Routine Inspection
Mar 13, 2025
8 recorded violations
Official wording
Nonfood contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
Observed accumulation of food splashes and other debris on equipment door handles, around three compartment sink. [CA] Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
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Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
Observed lack of lids on buckets with sauces. [CA] Store open bulk foods in approved NSF containers with tight fitting lids. Observed food stored on floors in walk in cooler. [CA] Food shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Observed a gap greater than 1/4 inch in the door located in the middle of the back storage. [CA] Eliminate gap greater than 1/4" to prevent the entrance and harborage of vermin.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
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Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
Floors under cooking equipment, walk in cooler and through the facility are accumulated with food debris, dust and dirt. [CA] Floors in food preparation area shall be kept clean.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
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Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
*Repeat violation Lack of food safety certificate for manager in the facility. [CA] Food facilities that prepare, handle, or serve non-prepackaged potentially hazard foods shall have a valid Food Safety Certificate available for review at all times. Email certificate to inspector at sukhreet.kaur@deh.sccgov.org
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
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No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
Observed old rodent droppings in the back corner of the storage room near side screen door. Observed old droppings in the empty storage containers near water heater. Per PIC, the hole where rodents were coming from has been closed with cement and wire screen. Observed pest control report from February. [CA] Clean and sanitize areas of old droppings.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
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Food properly labeled and honestly presented
Inspector’s notes
Observed labels on dry snack items at the front grab and go station, labels are missing some information. [CA] Food prepackaged in a food facility shall bear a label with the following: 1) common name of the food, 2) list of ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight, 3) quantity of contents, 4) name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor.
In plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
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Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
Observed hand wash sink blocked with utensils inside the sink. [CA] Handwashing facility shall be clean, unobstructed, and accessible at all times. [COS] PIC cleared the sink.
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Mar 13, 2025 · Original Source