Santa Clara County, CA

Samovar

Name: Samovar
Address: 1077 Independence Av A, Santa Clara County, CA

1077 Independence Av A

Last inspected Jan 12, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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2 inspections

Routine Inspection

Jan 12, 2026

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2 recorded violations

minorCode K45Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

The flooring surface within the walk in refrigerator is in disrepair. [CA] Replace broken floor area with a smooth and of durable construction and nonabsorbent material that is easily cleanable.

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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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minorCode K30Other

Official wording

Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

Bulk food boxes stored directly on the floor of the dry storage area and walk in refrigerator. [CA] Food shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination. Open bulk flour bags in the preparation storage area. [CA] Store open bulk foods in approved NSF containers with tight fitting lids.

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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jan 12, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Mar 10, 2025

Pass

3 recorded violations

minorCode K27Other

Official wording

Food separated and protected

Inspector’s notes

Raw chicken (38 F) thawing on a rack above potatoes and water bottles within the kitchen. [CA] All food shall be separated and protected from cross-contamination. Store all raw meat or other raw products of animal origin below ready-to-eat food items. Frozen potentially hazardous food shall only be thawed in one of the following ways: 1) under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F or below, 2) completely submerged under potable running water for a period not to exceed two hours at a water temperature of 70°F or below, and with sufficient water velocity to agitate and flush off loose particles into the sink drain, 3) in a microwave oven if immediately followed by immediate preparation, 4) as part of a cooking process.

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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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minorCode K32Food source and labeling

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Food properly labeled and honestly presented

Inspector’s notes

Observed some unlabeled prepackaged products within the display refrigerator. [CA] Ensure every prepackaged item contains a label. 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.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

minorCode K30Other

Official wording

Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

Food boxes stored on the floor of the walk in freezer and single use containers stored on the floor of the kitchen. [CA] Food and food contact items shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination.

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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Mar 10, 2025 · Original Source

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