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Santa Clara County, CA

Recovery Cafe San Jose

80 S 5th St

Last inspected Jan 16, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.

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2 inspections

Routine Inspection

Jan 16, 2026

Pass

4 recorded violations

criticalCode K06Handwashing

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

The staff restroom lacked paper towels. [CA] Handwashing facilities shall be equipped with handwashing cleanser and single-use sanitary towels in dispensers. [COS] PIC had the restroom restocked at time of the inspection.

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 problems
minorCode K07Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

Frozen pizza boxes were found stored on a counter in the kitchen out of temperature control. Per PIC, they were planning on reheating them in about an hour. [CA] Use only small portions of food during preparation so that it does not exceed the maximum amount of time allowed for diligent prep. Remove items from temperature control only when needed.

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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
minorCode K43Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

Inspector’s notes

The restroom toilet tissue dispenser is in disrepair, a roll was available on top of the toilet. [CA] Toilet paper dispenser shall be maintained and in good repaired.

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode K47Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Signs posted; last inspection report available

Inspector’s notes

The staff restroom lacks a handwash sink reminder sign. [CA] A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be posted at all handwashing stations used by food employees.

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.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jan 16, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Jan 16, 2025

Pass

6 recorded violations

minorCode K06Handwashing

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

1. In the restroom hand sink and the coffee bar hand sink, there is no soap in the dispenser. A pump bottle of soap is available for use. [CA] Provide handwashing cleanser in dispenser at handwash stations at all times. 2. In the restroom hand sink and the coffee bar hand sink, there are no paper towels in the dispenser. A roll of paper towels are available for use. [CA] Single-use sanitary towels shall be provided in dispensers; heated-air hand drying device may be substituted for single-use towels.

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 problems
minorCode K07Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

At the coffee bar area, near the self-service counter, milk in a canister was measured at 47°F. Per staff, they refilled the canister about 20 minutes prior. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. [SA] PIC agreed to use the milk or discard after 4 hours. Note: Per PIC, they refill the milk canister frequently (20-30 minutes). Discussed using TPHC for milk and provided guidelines.

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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
minorCode K30Other

Official wording

Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

The walk in freezer is overfilled with food being stored on the floor. [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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minorCode K58Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Placard properly displayed/posted

Inspector’s notes

The placard was not posted. [CA] The placard shall be posted and clearly visible to the general public and patrons entering the food establishment.

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.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues
minorCode K14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized

Inspector’s notes

Chlorine at the dishwasher was measured at 0 PPM. [CA] Maintain chlorine in mechanical warewash machine at 50 PPM. [SA] Facility agreed to manually wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes in the three compartment sink.

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode K01Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

REPEAT VIOLATION: Food handler cards for volunteers are not available upon request. [CA] Each food handler shall maintain a valid food handler card for the duration of his or her employment as food handler. A valid food handler card shall be provided within 30 days of after the date of hire. Note: Volunteers that participate in food preparation activities are not exempt from obtaining Food Handler Certifications within 30 days from date of hire. Referred code sections: - 113948. - 113770. - 113788. - 113790.

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.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jan 16, 2025 · Original Source

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