Routine Inspection
May 22, 2026
4 recorded violations
Official wording
Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
Lactic acid sanitizer from the dispenser measured 452 PPM (with operator provided test strip). Sanitizer concentration is low. [corrective action] Adjust the dispenser so that lactic acid sanitizer is dispensed at the manufacturer's recommended concentration.
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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Hot and cold water available
Inspector’s notes
Hot water from the kitchen 3-compartment sink measured 116F. Bar 3-compartment sink measured 114F. [corrective action] Provide hot water, minimum 120F.
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 problemsOfficial wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
Hand sink at the bar was lacking hand soap and paper towel dispenser. [corrective action] Install a soap and paper towel dispenser near the bar hand sink. Keep dispensers stocked. [suitable alternative] Portable hand soap dispenser and stack of paper towels were provided at time of this inspection.
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.
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Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
Dishwashing machine appeared to be directly plumbed to the sanitary sewer. [corrective action] Food service equipment must drain indirectly. Re-route the machine's drain line to the floor sink under the 3-compartment sink. Ensure to provide an air gap (see other drain lines, such as ice machine).
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 problemsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, May 22, 2026 · Original Source