Routine Inspection
Sep 3, 2026
12 recorded violations
Official wording
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector’s notes
Observed the employee restroom missing toilet paper. [CA] Toilet tissue shall be provided in a permanently installed dispenser at each toilet.
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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Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
Observed buttermilk measuring at 52F and it was placed in a coca-cola unit late this morning. [COS] PIC moved the buttermilk to prep counter to cook Ayib. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above.
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.
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Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
Observed the kitchen prep/cookline/storage area with large amounts of food debris and the ceiling has debris/dust build-up as well. Additionally, the stove top and sides of stove had accumulation of food build-up. [CA] Regularly clean under cooking equipment to prevent accumulation of debris. 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.
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Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector’s notes
Household pest control spray located in the employee restroom. [CA] Only those insecticides, rodenticides, and other pesticides that are necessary and specifically approved for use in a food facility may be used.
In plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
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Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
Observed table across from cookline used for food prep that was covered in food debris and the prep table near the hot holding unit had remnants of food debris as well. [CA] The food-contact surfaces shall be kept free of soil accumulations and food 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.
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Thermometers provided, accurate
Inspector’s notes
Absence of thermometer in the three door Coca-cola refrigeration unit. [CA] The thermometer in the reach-in refrigerator shall be placed where it is easily visible while checking refrigerator temperature.
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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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Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
1. Mop water was observed sitting in mop bucket. 2. Observed personal storage of clothing, medications, scooter, and other household items throughout the dry food storage area and near the three compartment ware wash stations. 3.There are multiple holes by the mop sink that measure larger than 1/4 inch. 4. There was also non-operable equipment such as food processor in the bathroom and a non-operable microwave under the ware wash station. [CA] Mop water shall be disposed of in the janitorial sink or toilet facility. [CA] No person shall store clothing or personal effects in any area used for the storage of food or food contact surfaces. 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. [CA] Repair holes in structure and maintain in good repair to prevent pest harborage.
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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Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
Observed butter and flour in large pots with covered lids being stored on the ground near the stove. [CA] Food shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Nonfood contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
Door handles, shelves, and food facility has grime build-up and food build-up. [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.
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Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
PIC has an expired Food Safety Certificate. [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.
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Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
PIC was using Coca-Cola three door refrigeration unit to store products other than drinks in the unit. [CA] The refrigerator that is approved only for prepackaged food items shall not be used to store unpackaged potentially hazardous foods, per manufacturer specifications. The type 1 hood above the cook line has debris/dust/oil build up. [CA] Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
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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Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
Lack of soap in dispenser in customer bathroom. [SA] PIC has supplied a hand wash soap pump in bathroom which is in current use. [CA] Provide handwashing cleanser in dispenser at handwash stations 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.
More about handwashing problemsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Sep 3, 2026 · Original Source