Follow-Up Inspection
Aug 8, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 8, 2026 · Original Source
Santa Clara County, CA
San Jose Loving Hut
925 Blossom Hill Rd 1746
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The full inspection history
10 inspectionsFollow-Up Inspection
Aug 7, 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. Observed Vermin: Documented in the following areas: - Live cockroaches observed harboring in the unsealed gaps under the counter above the microwave. - A live adult cockroach with an attahed ootheca (egg sac) - A few dead cockroaches on the floor between the prep coolers. - Numerous (10+) dead cockroaches of all life stages on the floor under the one door upright freezer next to the stock pot range. - Heavy accumulation of cockroach feces on the wall next to the stock pot range. - Detached FRP next to the stock pot range. - Detached FRP next to the entrance. - A live cockroach in the back hallway of the mall to access the facility. 2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes. 3. Supervisor Notified: Anjani S. 4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, Jingwu, 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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 7, 2026 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Aug 4, 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. Observed Vermin: Documented in the following areas: Rodent droppings were observed on the floor under the cookline. Rodent droppings were observed under the prep cooler. Rodent droppings were observed under the ice machine. Dead cockroaches were observed on the floor under the cookline near the rodent dropping. 2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes. 3. Supervisor Notified: S. Lew 4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, Jennifer, 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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 4, 2026 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Mar 27, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
minorCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Hot and cold water available
Inspector’s notes
Hot water at three compartment sink measured 118F. [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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemscriticalCode K22Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Sewage and wastewater properly disposed
Inspector’s notes
Observed sewage back up into kitchen when running the three compartment sink. Water built up at grease trap int he ground and spilled all onto the floor and walkway. [CA] Food facility shall not operate if there is sewage overflowing or backing up in the food facility. The food facility, or impacted areas, shall remain closed until all plumbing problems have been corrected and all contaminated surfaces have been cleaned and sanitized. [COS] Facility repaired sewage back up. Ok to operate.
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Mar 27, 2026 · Original Source
Follow-Up Inspection
Sep 16, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Sep 16, 2025 · Original Source
Follow-Up Inspection
Sep 15, 2025
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. Observed Vermin: Documented in the following areas: Observed rodent droppings behind white reach in deep freeze freezer, observed rodent droppings behind and underneath smaller reach in deep freeze freezer. Observed droppings on top of preparation unit, and under display cold holding unit. Observed employee preparing rice upon arrival to facility. 2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes. 3. Supervisor Notified: Suzanne Lew 4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, [Name], 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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Sep 15, 2025 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Sep 12, 2025
Closed
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
2 recorded violations
minorCode K07Food temperature
Official wording
Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
Chow mein noodles in reach in fridge measured 66F. Observed employee place the noodles back into the fridge upon inspectors arrival. Per PIC, noodles had been out for less than 2 hours. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. [COS] Noodles were placed back into refrigeration. MINOR: Tofu in cold holding insert measured 41F to 47F. Container was filled passed the fill line with the warmer tofu on top. Per PIC. they had recently refilled the contianer. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41F or below or 135F or above. Ensure that cold holding inserts are not filled past the fill line to maintain temperatures of PHF inside.
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 temperatureminorCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
1. Observed Vermin: Documented in the following areas: Observed rodent droppings on the floor under the front hand wash sink, and the reach in fridge. Observed rodent droppings in front of the janitorial sink, behind and next to the storage rack, next to the reach in fridge and preparation unit and also along the floor next to food storage equipment and cutting boards. 2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes. 3. Supervisor Notified: Yes 4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, Jennifer, 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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Sep 12, 2025 · Original Source
Follow-Up Inspection
May 26, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, May 26, 2025 · Original Source
Follow-Up Inspection
May 24, 2025
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
FOUND RAT/MICE DROPPINGS THE FLOOR BY THE REACH IN REFRIGERATOR AND NUMEROUS MICE DROPPINGS WERE SEEN UNDER THE CASH REGISTER COUNTER BETWEEN THE CARDBOARD BOXES. FOOD FACILITIES SHALL NOT HAVE ANY RODENT DROPPINGS ON THE PREMISES. REMOVE THE RODENT DROPPINGS, CLEAN THE FACILITY, MOVE THE EQUIPMENT TO CHECK AND SEAL ANY GAPS OR CREVICES ON THE WALLS, FLOORS AND CEILINGS WHERE THE RODENTS MAY BE ENTERING THE BUILDING. CLEAN AND SANITIZE ANY SURFACES PRIOR TO CONTACTING THE DEPARTMENT.
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, May 24, 2025 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
May 23, 2025
Closed
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
9 recorded violations
minorCode K38Facility maintenance
Official wording
Adequate ventilation/lighting; designated areas, use
Inspector’s notes
Observed grease build up and grease drips on the ventilation hood. [CA] Clean mechanical exhaust hood and/or filters of grease accumulation.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuescriticalCode K06Handwashing
Official wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
The only handwash sink in the front preparation area does not have paper towels provided. The only other handwash sink is in the back of the facility not nearby.
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 problemsminorCode K01Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Food manager certification posted was expired. [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 issuescriticalCode K14Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
Acceptable sanitizer is not provided on site. Facility has no splash bleach available. [CA] Accepted sanitizer must be provided on site at all times during operation. Regular bleach with no scents or additives or quaternary ammonia.
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 problemsminorCode K33Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
Observed heavy accumulation of grime/debris on bulk food storage containers. [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 problemsminorCode K36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
Bowls used as scoops in bulk food containers. [CA] Provide scoops with handles and store scoop handle in such a way that the handle does not come in direct contact with food to prevent contamination.
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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesminorCode K44Pests
Official wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Observed employee coffee cup with no lid stored above food preparation surface. Observed ipad and cell phone stored on food preparation surfaces. [CA] No person shall store clothing or personal effects in any area used for the storage and preparation of food or food contact surfaces.
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectscriticalCode K07Food temperature
Official wording
Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
Rice noodles on counter measured 71F, per PIC, they had been out for less than 4 hours. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above.[COS] Noodles placed back into refrigeration.
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 temperaturecriticalCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
1. Observed evidence of vermin: Documented in the following areas: Observed rodent droppings in the middle of the floor, in the corners on the floor and along the wall and on top of a container of rice paper. Observed holes in facility around piping to the right of the hood. 2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes. 3. Supervisor Notified. 4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, Miguel, has been informed that the facility must close immediately. Also had a phone conversation with two managers. [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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, May 23, 2025 · Original Source