Routine Inspection
Sep 16, 2025
4 recorded violations
Official wording
Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
Measured the maximum water temperature in the high temperature dishwasher at 149.9-152°F. No active warewashing at time of inspection. Per PIC, facility is aware of the issue and has submitted a ticket for repairs. Facility is currently utilizing 3-compartment sink for sanitization. [CA] Mechanical sanitization shall be accomplished in the final sanitizing rinse by achieving a utensil surface temperature of 160°F, or as per manufacturer's specifications.
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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Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
Observed leak at the hot water knob at the janitorial sink whenever it is turned on. [CA] Repair hot water knob. Plumbing fixtures shall be maintained in 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.
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Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
At the only handwash sink, observed paper towels are not properly stored in closed dispenser and are exposed to contamination. The dispenser appears to be broken. [CA] Repair paper towel dispenser. Handwash stations shall be fully stocked and accessible at all times.
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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Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
1. Observed employee personal belongings stored on food storage shelves. [CA] Employee personal belongings shall be stored in designated areas for employee storage. 2. Observed gap in the ceiling due to misaligned panel above the ice machine. [CA] Seal all gaps. The facility shall be fully enclosed to prevent pest entrance and harborage.
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, Sep 16, 2025 · Original Source