Routine Inspection
Apr 23, 2026
9 recorded violations
Official wording
Adequate ventilation/lighting; designated areas, use
Inspector’s notes
The hood has accumulated thick grease throughout. [CA] Thoroughly clean the vents and surrounding areas.
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 issuesOfficial wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
The back door and screen door are left open. [CA] Keep the door closed to eliminate insect and rodent entrance.
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 wording
Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
Observed the floors to have accumulated grease and debris undermost all equipment. [CA] Thoroughly clean the floors.
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 problemsOfficial wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
One of the hand sinks has been removed. [CA] Reinstall the hand sink. There is another hand sink in the kitchen.
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 wording
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
The employee preparinf food does not have a food handler card. [CA] Each food handler shall maintain a valid food handler card for the duration of his or her employment as food handler. A valid food handler card shall be provided within 30 days of after the date of hire.
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 wording
Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
The scoops in the bulk food bins are soiled. [CA] Wash and sanitize the scoops that are in the bins. The food storage containers are soiled. [CA] Wash and sanitize the food storage bins.
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 problemsOfficial wording
Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
The table that the cooking equipment is on has accumulated food debris. [CA] Clean and sanitize the table. Several equipment have accumulated food particles and grease in the kitchen food prep area
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 issuesOfficial wording
Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
The scoops are stored in the bins. {CA] The scoops must have handles and if they are left in the bins with the scoop handles not touching the food.
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 issuesOfficial wording
Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
The food storage bins are not labeled. [CA] Label the food storage bins.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Apr 23, 2026 · Original Source