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Santa Clara County, CA

Safeway #2887 Grocery

150 E El Camino Real

Last inspected Jul 3, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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The full inspection history

3 inspections

Follow-Up Inspection

Jul 3, 2026

Pass

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jul 3, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Jul 2, 2026

Closed

The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.

1 recorded violation

criticalCode K23Pests

Official wording

No rodents, insects, birds, or animals

Inspector’s notes

1. A live german cockroach was seen under the corn table. German cockroach went under the large table with strawberries and grapes ( can't move large table). 2. A dead cockroach was seen under the chile bags in aisle 6. [CA] No live animals may be allowed in a food facility, except in the following situations; decorative fish or shellfish in aquarium, animals intended for consumption if kept separated from other food and food contact surfaces, dogs under the control of on-duty uniformed law enforcement or private patrol, outdoor dining areas, and service animals. 1. Observed Vermin: Documented in the following areas: Under the side table with corn. German cockroach went under the large table with produce. 2. Photographs: Three videos of the cockroaches. 3. Supervisor Notified: Suzanne Lew 4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, Sheri Snow, has been informed that the facility must close immediately. [CA]: The premises of each food facility must be maintained free of vermin. A facility cannot operate if there is a vermin infestation that leads to contamination of food contact surfaces, packaging, utensils, food equipment, or adulteration of food. The facility is required to cease operations immediately and must remain closed until all corrective actions on the provided checklist are completed. Requirements Before Reopening: 1. Email the signed and completed Reopening Checklist to the assigned inspector. 2. Submit a copy of the pest control report from a licensed provider.

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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Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jul 2, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Feb 13, 2025

Pass

3 recorded violations

minorCode K06Handwashing

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

Lack of paper towels in dispenser at hand wash sink in produce prep area. Observed paper towels in a box nearby. [CA] Provide single use paper towels in dispenser at all times.

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.

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minorCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

Measured hot water at 110F at three compartment in cheese department. [CA] Hot water shall be supplied at a minimum temperature of at least 120°F measured from the faucet throughout facility except at handwash sinks.

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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minorCode K33Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

Accumulation of dust and dirt on fan guards in walk in coolers for dairy and produce. [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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Feb 13, 2025 · Original Source

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