Follow-Up Inspection
Jul 21, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jul 21, 2026 · Original Source
Santa Clara County, CA
Taqueria 3 Hermanos
199 Willow St
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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
4 inspectionsRoutine Inspection
Jul 7, 2026
Pass
6 recorded violations
minorCode K30Other
Official wording
Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
1) Multiple open bags of bulk food items observed on floor and shelving. [CA] Store open bulk foods in approved NSF containers with tight fitting lids. Food shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination. 2) Food related equipment/utensils observed in outdoor storage area. [CA] Food or food related equipment shall be stored in an approved fully enclosed food facility.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode K33Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
Heavy accumulation of grime, food debris, and dust observed throughout shelves, floors, and refrigeration units. [CA] Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
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 K39Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Thermometers provided, accurate
Inspector’s notes
Multiple refrigeration units are lacking thermometers. [CA] A thermometer +/- 2°F shall be provided and correctly located in each cold holding unit containing potentially hazardous foods. Place thermometer where it is easily visible while checking refrigerator temperature.
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 K06Handwashing
Official wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
Hand soap not available at kitchen hand wash station. Soap dispenser is not fully mounted to wall. [CA] Ensure hand soap is available at all times. Repair or replace soap dispenser. [COS] Operator provided hand soap and mounted dispenser.
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 K01Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Employee food handler certificates not available for review. [CA] Food handlers shall maintain a valid food handler certificate. Ensure food safety manager certificates and food handler certificates are available for review at all times.
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 K41Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
Kitchen hand wash sink appears to be clogged and is draining very slowly. [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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jul 7, 2026 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Mar 27, 2025
Pass
4 recorded violations
minorCode K44Pests
Official wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Numerous inoperable refrigerators observed maintained inside facility. Observed numerous unused/castoff restaurant equipment maintained outside in the storage area. [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.
More about signs of rodents or insectscriticalCode K06Handwashing
Official wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
Hand wash station lacked hand soap and paper towels at time of inspection. [CA] Handwashing facilities shall be equipped with handwashing cleanser and single-use sanitary towels in dispensers. Hand soap and paper towels shall be readily available and easily accessible at all times. [COS] PIC provided manual pump bottle of hand soap and paper towel roll.
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 K26Food temperature
Official wording
Approved thawing methods used; frozen food
Inspector’s notes
Numerous bags of frozen cooked meats thawing in ambient temperature 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 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 K09Food temperature
Official wording
Proper cooling methods
Inspector’s notes
Observed cooked rice and beans cooling in plastic containers. [CA] Potentially Hazardous Foods (PHFs) shall be cooled rapidly from 135°F to 70°F or below within 2 hours and from 70°F to 41°F or below within an additional 4 hours. - Cool foods using approved containers which facilitate heat transfer, such as metal. - When cooling PHF's, stir frequently to facilitate rapid cooling.
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 temperatureOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Mar 27, 2025 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Oct 1, 2024
Pass
6 recorded violations
minorCode K14Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
Accumulation of mold like substance on interior white panel of ice machine. [CA] Clean and sanitize the ice machine.
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 K30Other
Official wording
Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
Observed open bulk food containers in dry storage shelf under prep table. [CA] Store open bulk foods in approved NSF containers with tight fitting lids.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode K35Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
Food stored in grocery bags and black garbage bags. [CA] All utensils and equipment shall be certified or classified for sanitation by an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited certification program (e.g. NSF, UL EPH, UL Sanitation, CSA Sanitation, or ETL Sanitation).
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
Hand soap dispenser is broken and not wall mounted. [CA] A wall mounted soap dispenser shall be provided 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 K23Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s notes
Observed flies in food preparation area. [CA] Food facility shall be kept free of non-disease carrying insects, weevils, ants, gnats, and fruit flies.
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 K27Other
Official wording
Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
Eggs stored above ready to eat food items. [CA] All food shall be separated and protected from cross-contamination. Store all raw meat or other raw products of animal origin below ready-to-eat food items.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Oct 1, 2024 · Original Source