Routine Inspection
Oct 2, 2026
6 recorded violations
Official wording
Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
Observed two residential refrigerators holding potentially hazardous foods. [CA] Food equipment shall be certified by an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited certification program, such as NSF, UL Sanitation, or ETL Sanitation. Contact our Plan Check Department at dehplancheck@deh.sccgov.org for prior approval.
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
Under the serving table, observed baskets of prepackaged cereal stored on the floor. [CA] Foods shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor on approved shelving.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
In the glass two-door refrigerator, observed accumulation of buildup at the bottom rack. [CA] All food contact surfaces of utensils and equipment shall be maintained clean and sanitized.
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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Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
By the corner of the warewashing sink, observed an unused coffee machine stored on the floor. [CA] The premises of a food facility shall be free of litter and items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the facility, such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used.
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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Hot and cold water available
Inspector’s notes
At the handwashing sink in employee restroom, water measured 69F. [CA] Handwashing sinks shall provide an adequate, pressurized supply of warm water from 100F-108F.
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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Food in good condition, safe, unadulterated
Inspector’s notes
On the bottom food storage rack, observed two dented sealed Hominy cans. [CA] Foods shall be in good condition, safe, and unadulterated.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Oct 2, 2026 · Original Source