Routine Inspection
Jan 6, 2025
5 recorded violations
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Nonfood contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
Heavy dust accumulation observed on the fan guard in the walk-in cooler. [Corrective Action] Thoroughly clean and maintain clean.
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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Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
Black grime and mold like substance observed inside of the ice machine in the kitchen. Grime and mold like substance not in direct contact with the ice. [Corrective Action] Thoroughly clean and sanitize inside of the ice machine.
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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Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
Observed containers of raw chicken stored above apples and oranges in the walk-in cooler. [Corrective Action] Store raw chicken on the bottom shelving to prevent contamination of other food products.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
Knives observed stored in the crevice between the prep cooler and the work table at the cookline in the kitchen. [Corrective Action] Discontinue storing knives in the crevice. Store knives on a clean surface.
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 paper towels in the paper towel dispenser at the handwash sink at the bar. Kegs and boxes were also blocking access to the paper towel dispenser. Papaer towels available at another paper towel dispenser. [Corrective Action] Ensure paper towels are available at all times. Ensure easy access to the paper towel dispenser.
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, Jan 6, 2025 · Original Source