Routine Inspection
Mar 4, 2026
8 recorded violations
Official wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
Hand wash sink near three compartment sink is blocked with ladders. [CA] Handwashing facility shall be clean, unobstructed, and accessible at all times. [COS] Hand wash sink area made clear.
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
Observed unused equipment or items such as ladders blocking hand wash sinks. [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.
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.
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Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
Accumulation excessive food debris on floors and walls throughout the facility. [CA] Clean the floors and floor sinks and maintain in good condition.
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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Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Lack of food manager certificate and expired food handler cards for employees in the facility. [CA] Food facilities that prepare, handle, or serve non-prepackaged potentially hazard foods shall have a valid Food Safety Certificate available for review at all times. [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.
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Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
Observed water dripping from walk in cooler fan. [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.
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Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
Measured boba at 131F in warmer. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above.
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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Permits available
Inspector’s notes
--48 HOUR NOTICE— Our records indicate this facility is operating without a valid permit and has a delinquent account. Your balance due is $$815.00. Payment must be made immediately to DEH at the address at the top of this report or via our website at www.Ehinfo.org. A facility that submits payment of the outstanding balance within 48 hours (2 business days) of this notice will be issued and mailed an operating permit by this department. Failure to comply within 48 hours will result in facility closure and additional enforcement, including but not limited to reinspection(s) and additional cost recovery fees. A facility found to be in continued operation without a permit may incur a penalty of three (3) times the operating permit fee, and fee(s) for re-inspection(s) charged at the current hourly rate approved by the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors. Penalties and fees incurred due to enforcement activities must be paid in full prior to the issuance of an operating permit.
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.
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Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
Observed 2 prep refrigerators stored on unapproved floor, facility has expanded operations to parts of the lobby. The floors and ceiling is not approved material for handling open good items. [CA] Properly store utensils and equipment in a clean and sanitary manner. Move both prep refrigerators or open food items to approved flooring no later than 3/6/26/ at 2 PM. Failure to comply may result in enforcement actions. Send a photo to district specialist at sukhreet.kaur@deh.sccgov.org. If a photo proof is not received by 3/6/26, a follow up inspection will be conducted. -- 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. If facility decides to expand operations or remodeling, submit for plan check approval.
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, Mar 4, 2026 · Original Source