Routine Inspection
Mar 24, 2025
6 recorded violations
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Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
Observed uncovered bulk food containers (rice, lentils) in dry storage room. [CA] Cover foods with lids when not in use to prevent cross-contamination.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Adequate ventilation/lighting; designated areas, use
Inspector’s notes
Observed two light bulbs under the hood were not functional. [CA] Repair/replace light bulbs.
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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.
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Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
Measured chlorine in the dishwasher and 3-compartment sink to be over 200ppm. Dishes were actively being washed in the dishwasher. [CA] Sanitize dishes with 50ppm chlorine in the dishwasher and 100ppm manually.
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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
A metal probe thermometer was not available. [CA] Obtain a metal probe thermometer for measuring internal food temperatures.
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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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Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
Under the 3-compartment sink and the handwash sink in the dishwashing area: observed lack of one inch air gaps between drain pipes and the top of the floor sinks. [CA] Maintain a minimum one inch air gap between the drain pipes and the top of the floor sinks to prevent wastewater backflow.
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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.
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Nonfood contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
Observed accumulation of grease on sides of cooking equipment under the hood. [CA] Keep surfaces clean.
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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 record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Mar 24, 2025 · Original Source