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Santa Clara County, CA

T4 A Cup Of Tea

15545 Union Av # A1

Last inspected Jun 3, 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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3 inspections

Routine Inspection

Jun 3, 2026

Pass

7 recorded violations

minorCode K36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

Observed several soiled linen hanging on the food storage rack. [CA] The soiled linen must be in a soiled laundry bag. Observed clean utensils stored as clean but have debris on them The containers they are stored in have accumulation also. [CA] Store only clean utensils in clean bins The scoops in the bulk food bin have handles touching the food. [CA] The handles must be stored with the handles not touching the food inside the bin.

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 issues
minorCode K01Permits, training, and postings

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Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

Not all employees have a food handler card. [CA] Each employee that prepares food or drink must have a FSC or food handler card.

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 issues
minorCode K35Equipment and utensils

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

Inspector’s notes

Shelves and outside of equipment have become soiled. [CA] Clean all soiled shelves and equipment.

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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minorCode K39Equipment and utensils

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Thermometers provided, accurate

Inspector’s notes

Observed missing thermometer in a refrigerator. [CA] Replace the missing thermometer.

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 issues
minorCode K40Cleaning and sanitizing

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Wiping cloths: properly used, stored

Inspector’s notes

Observed used wiping towels not in sanitizer. [CA] Keep the used wiping towels in the sanitizer bucket between each 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 problems
minorCode K45Cleaning and sanitizing

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Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

Observed the floor sink soiled and the floor under equipment to be soiled. [CA] Clean the floor sinks and floor under equipment.

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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criticalCode K07Food temperature

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Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

The under counter unit near the cash register is holding food 55 to 60 degrees F. [CA] The cream topping, seeds soaked in water that owner states needs refrigeration, and open ranch in small containers were all discarded by the owner. All PHF must be held at 41 degrees F maximum. Repair the unit to hold PHF at 41 degrees F maximum.

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 temperature

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jun 3, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

May 1, 2026

Pass

3 recorded violations

minorCode K30Other

Official wording

Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

Observed drink ingredients stored under the sink plumbing. [CA] Do not store food or beverage under plumbing.

In plain English

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

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minorCode K40Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used, stored

Inspector’s notes

Observed several used wiping towels on table tops. [CA] They must be stored in sanitizer between each 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 problems
minorCode K26Food temperature

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Approved thawing methods used; frozen food

Inspector’s notes

The fish was being thawed in standing water. [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 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 temperature

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, May 1, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Aug 5, 2025

Pass

5 recorded violations

minorCode K40Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used, stored

Inspector’s notes

Observed a few used wiping towels on table tops. [CA] The towels must be stored in sanitizer between each use. [COS] The employee made a sanitizer bucket and put the towels inside.

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 problems
minorCode K36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

Observed the scoop that is in the flour to be deteriorating. [CA] Replace the scoop and be sure it is stored in the container with the handle not touching the food inside.

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 issues
minorCode K34Cleaning and sanitizing

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Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips

Inspector’s notes

There are not any test strips being used. [CA] Provide and use the 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 problems
minorCode K45Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

Observed the floor to have accumulation of moisture and mildew under equipment in the front prep area. [CA] Clean the floors thoroughly under equipment.

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 problems
minorCode K35Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

The inside upper panel of the ice machine has accumulated mildew. [CA] Clean and sanitize the ice machine. The table where the tea is made has encrusted spills on it and under it on the shelf. [CA] Clean and sanitize the table.

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 issues

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 5, 2025 · Original Source

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