Routine Inspection
May 14, 2026
11 recorded violations
Official wording
Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
The packaged mushrooms say keep refrigerated. They are at approximately 56 degrees F. [CA] The mushrooms must be kept at 41 degrees F or below.
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
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Hot and cold water available
Inspector’s notes
The water at the dish sink is at 114 degrees F. [CA] The water must reach 120 degrees F at the dish sink.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
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Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector’s notes
Observed the spray bottle of cleaner to not be labeled. [CA] Label the spray bottle with the contents. [CA] employee wrote contents on bottle.
In plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
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Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
The floors are soiled with garbage and rotten food items under the shelves. [CA] Thoroughly clean under the shelves. The walls are soiled and broken with several holes throughout. [CA] Clean the walls and repaint where needed. Be sure there are no holes in the walls.
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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Adequate ventilation/lighting; designated areas, use
Inspector’s notes
Observed the lights out in the hallway. [CA] Replace the missing lights.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
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Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
cilantro is washed in the 3 compartment sink, according to the employees. [CA] clean and sanitize the sink before each use. Recommend a cutting board and possibly strainer basket to place the cilantro in.
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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Nonfood contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
The walk in coolers are soiled with mold/mildew growth. [CA] Clean and sanitize inside the walk in.
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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Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
The shelves are soiled. [CA] Thoroughly clean the shelves throughout, including inside the refrigerator and freezer units.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
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Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
Observed the bread in the plastic carrier on the floor. [CA] Do not store the bread on the floor. Raise this container or remove the bread from the bottom.
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 large gap under the back door. l[CA] Close the gap.
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
Garlic containers on sale shelves are not labeled. [CA] Each container must be labeled.
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.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, May 14, 2026 · Original Source