Follow-Up Inspection
Jun 15, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jun 15, 2026 · Original Source
Santa Clara County, CA
T K Noodle #8
4068 Monterey Rd
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Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
8 inspectionsFollow-Up Inspection
Jun 12, 2026
Closed
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
1 recorded violation
criticalCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
1. Observed Vermin: Documented in the following areas: A live cockroach came out from a crack near the dishwasher and a dead cockroach is seen in the shelve. 2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes. 3. Supervisor Notified: Anjani Sircar. 4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, Minh Du, has been informed that the facility must close immediately. [CA]: The premises of each food facility must be maintained free of vermin. A facility cannot operate if there is a vermin infestation that leads to contamination of food contact surfaces, packaging, utensils, food equipment, or adulteration of food. The facility is required to cease operations immediately and must remain closed until all corrective actions on the provided checklist are completed. Requirements Before Reopening: 1. Email the signed and completed Reopening Checklist to the assigned inspector. 2. Submit a copy of the pest control report from a licensed provider.
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, Jun 12, 2026 · Original Source
Follow-Up Inspection
Jun 7, 2026
Closed
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
1 recorded violation
criticalCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
1. Observed Vermin: Documented in the following areas: Observed two live cockroaches by preparation sink, one live cockroach by the janitorial sink and two live cockroaches by coffee machine. 2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes. 3. Supervisor Notified: Anjani Sircar 4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, Lac Du, has been informed that the facility must close immediately. [CA]: The premises of each food facility must be maintained free of vermin. A facility cannot operate if there is a vermin infestation that leads to contamination of food contact surfaces, packaging, utensils, food equipment, or adulteration of food. The facility is required to cease operations immediately and must remain closed until all corrective actions on the provided checklist are completed. Requirements Before Reopening: 1. Email the signed and completed Reopening Checklist to the assigned inspector. 2. Submit a copy of the pest control report from a licensed provider.
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, Jun 7, 2026 · Original Source
Follow-Up Inspection
Jun 5, 2026
Closed
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jun 5, 2026 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Jun 4, 2026
Closed
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
9 recorded violations
minorCode K43Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector’s notes
FOUND THE TOILET WITH MOLD-LIKE SUBSTANCE AND OTHER STAINS. [CA] TOILET FACILITIES SHALL BE MAINTAINED CLEAN AND IN GOOD REPAIR.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode K45Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
FOUND SPIDER WEBS IN THE MEN'S RESTROOM ON THE CEILING. FOUND A BROKEN TILE IN THE CEILING IN THE MEN'S RESTROOM. [CA] REMOVE THE SPIDER WEBS AND REPLACE THE BROKEN CEILING TILE.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode K40Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping cloths: properly used, stored
Inspector’s notes
FOUND A FEW WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON THE FOOD PREP COUNTER IN THE KITCHEN. [CA] STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZER SOLUTION WHILE NOT IN USE.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemscriticalCode K07Food temperature
Official wording
Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
FOUND SHELLED EGGS STORED ON THE FOOD PREPARATION COUNTER IN THE KITCHEN AT 69F. [CA] KEEP COLD POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT 41F OR BELOW. NOTE: THE FOOD WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE WALK IN COOLER AS IT HAD BEEN OUT FOR A COUPLE OF HOURS, PER OPERATOR.
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureminorCode K27Other
Official wording
Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
FOUND SEVERAL FOOD CONTAINERS WITH FOOD UNCOVERED IN THE WALK IN COOLER. [CA] COVER FOOD.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode K44Pests
Official wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
FOUND AN UNUSED SNOW CONE MACHINE ACCUMULATING DUST AND OTHER GRIME STORED ON THE FRONT SERVICE AREA. [CA] REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT FROM THE PREMISES.
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 insectsminorCode K33Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
FOUND MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE ON THE WHITE PLASTIC FLAP IN THE ICE MACHINE. [CA] CLEAN THIS PART MORE OFTEN.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode K35Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
FOUND A CONTAINER IN HOT WATER BEING USED TO HOT HOLD THE MEATS AND SHRIMP BY THE COOKING RANGE. [CA] USE FOOD GRADE APPROVED MECHANICAL HOT HOLDING UNIT TO KEEP THE HOT FOOD AT 135F OR ABOVE.
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 issuescriticalCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
FOUND DEAD AND LIVE COCKROACHES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: A LIVE COCKROACH AROUND THE WALL SOAP DISPENSER AT THE HAND WASH SINK IN THE KITCHEN NEAR THE BACK DOOR, DEAD COCKROACHES INSIDE THE PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER, ON A FOOD PREPARATION TABLE NEAR SECOND HAND WASH SINK, ON THE SHELF NEXT TO BOTTLES WITH PRESERVED CABBAGE IN THE KITCHEN. [CA] FOOD FACILITIES SHALL NOT HAVE ANY COCKROACHES ON THE PREMISES. REMOVE THE COCKROACHES, CLEAN THE FACILITY, MOVE THE EQUIPMENT TO CHECK AND SEAL ANY GAPS OR CREVICES ON THE WALLS, FLOORS AND CEILINGS WHERE THE COCKROACHES MAY BE ENTERING THE BUILDING. DISCARD ANY FOOD THAT MAY BE CONTAMINATED BY THE COCKROACHES. REMOVE ANY UNUSED EQUIPMENT OR CLUTTER. REMOVE ANY ENCRUSTED FOOD ON THE FOOD PREPARATION TABLES, UNDER EQUIPMENT, ON THE FLOORS AND WALLS. CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL SURFACES PRIOR TO CONTACTING THE DEPARTMENT. NOTE: ONE RE-INSPECTION WILL BE FREE OF CHARGE, IF ADDITIONAL RE-INSPECTIONS ARE NEEDED FOR THE SAME ISSUE, THEY WILL BE CHARGED AT $282 PER HOUR DURING BUSINESS HOURS, MINIMUM ONE HOUR OR $645/2-HOUR MINIMUM DURING NON-BUSINESS HOURS, AND UPON INSPECTOR AVAILABILITY. CALL MARCELA AT 408-687-3451 WHEN READY FOR A RE-INSPECTION.
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, Jun 4, 2026 · Original Source
Follow-Up Inspection
Nov 5, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Nov 5, 2025 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Oct 29, 2025
Conditional Pass
12 recorded violations
minorCode K33Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
FOUND THE INTERIOR WHITE PLASTIC FLAP WITH MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE IN THE ICE MACHINE. [CA] CLEAN AND SANITIZE THIS PART MORE OFTEN.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode K26Food temperature
Official wording
Approved thawing methods used; frozen food
Inspector’s notes
FOUND SHRIMP BEING THAWED IN STANDING WATER AT THE FOOD PREPARATION SINK. [CA] FROZEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD SHALL ONLY BE THAWED IN ONE OF THE FOLLOWING WAYS: 1) UNDER REFRIGERATION THAT MAINTAINS THE FOOD TEMPERATURE AT 41°F OR BELOW, 2) COMPLETELY SUBMERGED UNDER POTABLE RUNNING WATER FOR A PERIOD NOT TO EXCEED TWO HOURS AT A WATER TEMPERATURE OF 70°F OR BELOW, AND WITH SUFFICIENT WATER VELOCITY TO AGITATE AND FLUSH OFF LOOSE PARTICLES INTO THE SINK DRAIN, 3) IN A MICROWAVE OVEN, IF IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWED BY IMMEDIATE PREPARATION, 4) AS A PART OF A COOKING PROCESS.
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureminorCode K27Other
Official wording
Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
FOUND RAW PORK STORED ABOVE COOKED VEGETABLES IN THE WALK IN COOLER. [CA] STORE RAW ANIMAL FOOD BELOW COOKED OR READY TO EAT FOOD.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF FLY ACTIVITY. [CA] ELIMINATE ALL FLY PRESENCE.
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 insectscriticalCode K07Food temperature
Official wording
Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
FOUND THE COOKED SHRIMP AT 106F AND THE COOKED VEGETABLES AT 84F IN AN INSERT WITH HOT WATER.[CA] KEEP HOT POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT 135F OR ABOVE. REHEAT TO 165F AND HOT HOLD AT 135F MINIMUM.
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureminorCode K29Chemicals
Official wording
Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector’s notes
FOUND A SPRAY BOTTLE OF CLEANER STORED ON THE FOOD PREPARATION COUNTER. THE SPRAY BOTTLE IS MISSING THE LABEL. [CA] STORE CLEANING SUPPLIES SEPARATE AND AWAY FROM FOOD OR FOOD RELATED ITEMS. LABEL THE BOTTLE.
In plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
More about chemicals stored or used unsafelyminorCode K36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
FOUND A BOWL BEING USED TO SCOOP THE RICE FROM THE WORKING CONTAINER. [CA] USE FOOD GRADE WASHABLE SCOOPS WITH A HANDLE AND KEEP THE HANDLE OUTSIDE THE FOOD.
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 issuesminorCode K06Handwashing
Official wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
FOUND THE SECOND HAND WASH SINK WITH BOXES INSIDE IT. [CA] KEEP THE HAND WASH SINK 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.
More about handwashing problemsminorCode K30Other
Official wording
Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
FOUND A TUB WITH CHILI STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE KITCHEN. FOUND A FEW BOXES WITH FOOD STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK IN COOLER. [CA] STORE FOOD 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingcriticalCode K05Handwashing
Official wording
Hands clean, properly washed; gloves used properly
Inspector’s notes
THE OWNER WAS WASHING THE MOP SINK THEN HE PROCEEDED TO MOVE THE CONTAINERS WITH CHILI IN THE KITCHEN WITHOUT WASHING HIS HANDS FIRST. [CA] MUST WASH HANDS WHEN THE HANDS HAVE BEEN CONTAMINATED AND PRIOR TO TOUCHING ANY FOOD OR FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.
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.
More about handwashing problemsminorCode K14Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
FOUND THE SLICER WITH FOOD DEBRIS. [CA] CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE SLICER AFTER IT'S BEEN USED.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode K31Contamination
Official wording
Consumer self service does prevent contamination
Inspector’s notes
FOUND THE SPOONS AND FORKS FOR SELF SERVICE EXPOSED TO OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION AT THE FRONT SERVICE AREA. [CA] STORE THE UTENSILS WITH THE EATING PART FACING DOWN OR IN A WAY TO PROTECT FROM OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Oct 29, 2025 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Jan 21, 2025
Pass
10 recorded violations
minorCode K34Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips
Inspector’s notes
MISSING THE CHLORINE TEST STRIPS TO MEASURE 100 PPM AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. [CA] PROVIDE TEST STRIPS.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode K01Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
THE FOOD SAFETY CERTIFICATE FOR MANAGERS HAS EXPIRED. ALSO, THERE ARE NO FOOD HANDLER'S CARDS AVAILABLE FOR THE FOOD EMPLOYEES. [CA] PROVIDE A CURRENT FOOD SAFETY CERTIFICATE AND FOOD HANDLER'S CARDS.
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuescriticalCode K14Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
FOUND A FOOD EMPLOYEE WASHING THE POTS AND NOT SANITIZING THEM PRIOR TO USE. [CA] ENSURE THE POTS AND OTHER DISHES ARE WASHED, RINSED AND SANITIZED. COS
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode K47Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
Signs posted; last inspection report available
Inspector’s notes
MISSING THE HAND WASH SIGNS FOR BOTH RESTROOMS. [CA] PROVIDE HAND WASH SIGNS. COS
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesminorCode K30Other
Official wording
Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
FOUND SOME BOXES WITH FOOD STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK IN COOLER. [CA] STORE FOOD 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode K40Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping cloths: properly used, stored
Inspector’s notes
FOUND A COUPLE OF WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON THE COUNTERS IN THE KITCHEN AND FRONT SERVICE AREA. [CA] STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZER SOLUTION WHILE NOT IN USE. COS
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode K35Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
FOUND MEAT BALLS, SHRIMP AND OTHER POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD BEING HOT HELD IN A CONTAINER WITH HOT WATER ON THE BOTTOM. [CA] PROVIDE A COMMERCIAL HOT HOLDING UNIT THAT IS COMMERCIAL NSF APPROVED. ENSURE IT IS APPROVED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF PLAN CHECK. PROVIDE THE SPEC SHEETS PRIOR TO BUYING AND CONSULT WITH THEM MONDAY TO FRIDAY FROM 7:30 AM TO 10:30 AM WITH ANY QUESTIONS.
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 issuesminorCode K36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
FOUND A STAINLESS STEEL BOWL BEING USED TO SCOOP THE RICE IN THE WALK IN COOLER. [CA] USE FOOD GRADE WASHABLE SCOOP WITH A HANDLE AND KEEP THE HANDLE OUTSIDE THE FOOD.
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 issuesminorCode K27Other
Official wording
Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
FOUND RAW PORK STORED ABOVE READY TO EAT BROTH. [CA] STORE RAW FOOD FROM ANIMAL ORIGIN BELOW READY TO EAT FOOD.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode K44Pests
Official wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
FOUND A JACKET STORED ON THE SLICER IN THE KITCHEN. [CA] STORE PERSONAL ITEMS SEPARATE AND AWAY FROM FOOD OR FOOD RELATED ITEMS. COS FOUND THE MOP INSIDE THE MOP BUCKET. [CA] HANG THE MOP TO AIR DRY.
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, Jan 21, 2025 · Original Source