Routine Inspection
Nov 14, 2025
4 recorded violations
Official wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
Repeat Violation: The paper towel dispenser in the bar was empty. Note: The permanently installed paper towel dispenser is on the other side of the bar. Provide a paper towel dispenser closer to the handwash sink and soap dispenser. [CA] Handwashing facilities shall be equipped with handwashing cleanser and single-use sanitary towels in dispensers. [COS] Staff stocked the dispenser 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.
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Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips
Inspector’s notes
Facility lacked testing materials for their choice of sanitizer, quaternary ammonia. [CA] Testing equipment and materials shall be provided to adequately measure the applicable sanitization method used during manual or mechanical warewashing.
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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Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
1. The coving near the deep fryer is in disrepair. 2. The flooring of the walk in cooler in the basement has an accumulation of food residue. [CA] Ensure to maintain the floors, walls, and ceilings of the facility clean and in good repair.
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: Facility lacks a Food Safety Certified individual. [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.
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 issuesOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Nov 14, 2025 · Original Source