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Santa Clara County, CA

St-Old Union Diner - The Axe & Palm

520 Lasuen Mall

Last inspected Mar 27, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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More issues recentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.

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2 inspections

Routine Inspection

Mar 27, 2026

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3 recorded violations

minorCode K30Other

Official wording

Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

Boxes of food noted on the floor of the walk in freezer. [CA] Food shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination.

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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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minorCode K14Cleaning and sanitizing

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Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized

Inspector’s notes

Knives being stored in between the prep table and stainless steel table at the time of inspection. [CA] Discontinue this practice and get either a knife holder or magnet for knives. [SA] Knives were moved to the 3-compartment sink.

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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minorCode K35Equipment and utensils

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Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity

Inspector’s notes

Gaskets for under counter refrigeration were damaged at the time of inspection. [CA] Equipment and utensils shall be designed and constructed to be durable and retain characteristic qualities under normal use conditions. Replace gaskets.

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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Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Mar 27, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Nov 15, 2024

Pass

2 recorded violations

minorCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

Measured water temperature at 3 comp sink faucet at 117F. [CA] Maintain a minimum of 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.

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criticalCode K07Food temperature

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Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

Measured cooked bacon, chicken and cheese between 70-79F on mobile cart and on top shelf above flat grill. [CA] Maintain potentially hazardous food 41F and below. Manager agreed to discard food by 3pm.

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.

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Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Nov 15, 2024 · Original Source

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