Follow-Up Inspection
May 20, 2026
Result not listed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, May 20, 2026 · Original Source
Santa Clara County, CA
Spot-A-Pizza Place
133 Main St
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4 inspectionsRoutine Inspection
May 13, 2026
Pass
6 recorded violations
minorCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
Observed approximately 5 old rodent droppings in the back restroom/closet. Rodent activity was not observed in other areas at this time. Pest control services are conducted by Advanced IPM on a monthly basis with the most recent service completed on 5/7/26. Report indicates areas in upstairs space between above the restaurant and roof were treated with no other evidence cited. [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.
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 insectsminorCode K06Handwashing
Official wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
Observed paper towels for the handwashing station stored on the adjacent table outside of a sanitary dispenser. [CA] Single-use sanitary towels shall be provided in dispensers; heated-air hand drying device may be substituted for single-use towels.
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 K35Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
1. Observed the gaskets at the three door reach in cooler across from the pizza oven to be torn. 2. Observed a large amount of water/condensation at the bottom of the three door cooler across from the pizza oven 3. Observed the compressor in the walk in cooler to be leaking [CA] Maintain equipment in good repair.
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 K34Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips
Inspector’s notes
Testing strips for chlorine sanitizer were unavailable for use at the time of inspection. [CA] Testing equipment and materials shall be provided to adequately measure the applicable sanitization method used during manual or mechanical warewashing.
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 K41Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
Observed the gooseneck faucet at the three compartment sink to have a slow flow. The food worker demonstrated that they use the sprayer to fill up the sanitizer compartment. [CA] Repair plumbing fixture and maintain in clean and good repair.
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 problemsminorCode K44Pests
Official wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Observed the toilet area adjacent to the chemical closet with a large amount of insulated pizza bags, boxes, and other equipment. [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. Maintain the premises in order to prevent the harborage of vermin.
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 13, 2026 · Original Source
Follow-Up Inspection
Jul 29, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
minorCode K07Food temperature
Official wording
Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
Observed four pre-made pizzas maintained out in ambient temperature. Manager stated that the pizza is prepared about 30 minutes prior waiting to be baked, and is usually in preparation for the lunch rush. Manager also stated that pizzas do not last more than one hour and is usually returned into the refrigerator if not used. Pizzas measured between 48F to 55F. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. Use only small portions of food during preparation so that it does not exceed the maximum amount of time allowed for diligent prep. This Division recommends maintaining pizzas subjected to Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) or maintaining pizzas inside the refrigeration until ready to be baked.
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
Old rodent droppings observed on the floor at the corner outside of the office. Old rodent droppings observed on floor at the bottom of the shelves holding pizza boxes outside of the restroom. Droppings observed today were the same ones previously observed in the routine inspection report. Manager stated that no additional pest services have been conducted. [CA] Clean and sanitize area of old droppings. [COS] Manager cleaned and sanitized areas of droppings.
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, Jul 29, 2025 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Jul 24, 2025
Conditional Pass
12 recorded violations
minorCode K01Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Multiple employees do not have valid food handler cards. [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 issuesminorCode K48Other
Official wording
Plan review
Inspector’s notes
Facility has downsized their water heater without going through DEH plan check. [CA] A person proposing to build or remodel a food facility shall submit plans and specifications for review and shall receive plan approval prior to starting any new construction or remodeling. Contact DEH at 408-918-3400 or at www.ehinfo.org to obtain plan check requirements. *FACILITY MUST SUBMIT PLANS FOR NEW WATER HEATER INSTALLATION TO DEH PLAN CHECK WITHIN THE NEXT 2 WEEKS*
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
*REPEAT VIOLATION* 1. Rat droppings observed in multiple areas of the facility: - On the floor next to the pizza oven - On a cutting board on a shelf above the 3 compartment sink - On a table near the back door adjacent to a stack of pizza boxes - On a can on the lower shelf of a shelving unit to the left of the walk-in *Facility provided monthly pest control report, which stated that no live activity was observed prior to treatement [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. *Recommend getting pest control services more often (every 1 or 2 weeks, instead of every month, until the rodent presence is resolved 2. 5+ flies observed in kitchen area. [CA] Food facility shall be kept free of non-disease carrying insects, weevils, ants, gnats, and fruit flies. Keep doors closed to prevent the intrusion of pests and vermin.
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 insectsminorCode K30Other
Official wording
Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
Bags of flour stored on the floor. [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.
More about other findingminorCode K35Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
Refrigeration unit MUST be capable of holding PHF at or below 41F. After leaving the door closed for 20+ minutes, ambient of walk-in refrigerator measured 46F. PIC states that unit ambient measured 40F-41F earlier today. Continue to monitor and call technician if unit temperature and PHF inside does not reach 41F. [CA] Refrigeration must be capable of maintaining PHFs at 41°F or below.
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 issuescriticalCode K07Food temperature
Official wording
Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
1. Two packages of raw bacon measured 49F in the walk-in refrigerator. Per operator, it was placed into the walk-in last night. [CA] PHF shall be held at or below 41F. [COS] Operator VC&D bacon. See VC&D report.
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 K41Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
Janitorial (mop) sink water faucets do not work. Employee states that he fills up the water for the mop bucket in the 3 compartment sink, and then washes mops in the mop sink. [CA] Repair plumbing fixture and maintain in clean and good repair, so that mop sink is able to output hot (120F or above) and cold water.
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 problemsminorCode K14Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
Large amount of black buildup observed on table-mounted can opener blade. Can opener not actively in use. [CA] Clean and sanitize regularly to prevent contamination.
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 K44Pests
Official wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
1. Back door observed to be left open at time of inspection. [CA] Keep doors closed to prevent the intrusion of pests/vermin. 2. Unchained CO2 bottle directly underneath the register. [CA] Chain/secure to rigid structure.
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 K21Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Hot and cold water available
Inspector’s notes
Facility lacked hot water. Water heater observed to be turned off at time of inspection. PIC stated that water heater started leaking earlier this morning, and so they turned it off. Facility has been in operation without hot water since morning. [CA] Ensure hot water heater is operable and maintained in good repair at all times. [COS] Operator turned hot water heater back on. ____________ Minor violation: Handwash sink in the bathroom is capable of outputting water at a maximum of 74F. [CA] Handwashing facilities shall be equipped to provide minimum 100°F water under pressure for a minimum of 15 seconds.
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 problemsminorCode K27Other
Official wording
Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
1. Raw meat stored directly over lettuce in the walk-in. [CA] All food shall be separated and protected from cross-contamination. Store all raw meat or other raw products of animal origin below ready-to-eat food items. 2. Open bags of flour adjacent to flour mounted mixer. [CA] Keep bags closed to prevent contamination via pests or vermin.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode K36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
Scoop handle stored in contact with flour in bulk storage bin. [CA] 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 issuesOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jul 24, 2025 · Original Source