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Tasty Noodles & Dumplings

103 N Milpitas Bl

Last inspected May 6, 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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5 inspections

Routine Inspection

May 6, 2026

Pass

8 recorded violations

minorCode K23Pests

Official wording

No rodents, insects, birds, or animals

Inspector’s notes

Observed rodent droppings on the floor by the water heater. No other signs of infestation anywhere else in the facility. [Corrective Action] Thoroughly clean and sanitize areas of rodent droppings.

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 insects
minorCode K27Other

Official wording

Food separated and protected

Inspector’s notes

Lack of sneeze guard for the self-service condiments. [Corrective Action] Provide sneeze guard.

In plain English

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

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minorCode K36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

1. Observed food stored in direct contact with plastic shopping bags in the refrigeration units. [Corrective Action] Store foods in food grade plastic bags or containers. 2. Observed sauce stored in orange Home Depot buckets. [Corrective Action] Discontinue storing foods in orange Home Depot buckets. Use food grade buckets or containers.

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
criticalCode K07Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

1. MAJOR. Raw shell eggs were found left out at room temperature in the dry storage room. Per employee, the eggs have been there since Monday. [Corrective Action] Maintain Potentially Hazardous Foods at or below 41 degrees Farenheit. [Suitable Alternative] Employee discarded the eggs into the dumpster. 2. MINOR. Cut melons in the 2 sliding door upright cooler were measured at 47 degrees Fahrenheit. [Corrective Action] Maintain Potentially Hazardous foods at or below 41 degrees Fahrenheit.

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
minorCode K40Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used, stored

Inspector’s notes

Wiping towels in the service area observed not stored in sanitizer bucket after use. [Corrective Action] Store wiping towels in sanitizing solution (100 ppm chlorine or 200 ppm quaternary ammonium) after 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 K35Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Wooden shelvings observed in the kitchen and in the dough rolling area. [Corrective Action] Use shelvings that are durable, cleanable, smooth, and non-absorbant.

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 K42Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

Dumpster lid was observed left open and left side of dumpster lid missing. [Corrective Action] Ensure dumpster lid is closed when not actively dumping. Replace the missing dumpster lid.

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues
minorCode K44Pests

Official wording

Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing

Inspector’s notes

Back door was observed left wide open. [Corrective Action] Keep back door closed to prevent rodent and vermin entry. A screen door may be installed.

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 insects

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, May 6, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Mar 18, 2026

Pass

3 recorded violations

minorCode K22Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Sewage and wastewater properly disposed

Inspector’s notes

Floor sink in the kitchen observed slow draining. A lot of debris observed in the sink. [Corrective Action] Ensure floor sink drains properly.

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 problems
minorCode K35Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

1.Multiple refrigeration units not able to maintain ambient air temperature below 41 degrees Fahrenheit. [Corrective Aciton] Ensure refrigeration units are able to maintain ambient air temperature below 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 2. New dough mixer at facility does not appear to be ANSI/NSF approved equipment. [Corrective Action] Ensure new equipments are ANSI/NSF approved.

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 K45Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

Missing cove base near the single door upright cooler in the kitchen. Rubber cove base observed used in the restroom and some parts of the kitchen. Multiple areas damaged on the wall at the sinks side of the kitchen. [Corrective Action] Install cove base. Ensure cove base is of approved materials and is properly installed. Repair the wall. Advised operator to install FRP on the walls.

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

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Mar 18, 2026 · Original Source

Follow-Up Inspection

Sep 18, 2025

Pass

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Sep 18, 2025 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Sep 17, 2025

Pass

6 recorded violations

minorCode K25Employee health and hygiene

Official wording

Proper personal cleanliness and hair restraints

Inspector’s notes

Observed employee exiting the restroom while wearing the food apron. [Corrective Action] Ensure food apron is removed prior to using the restroom.

In plain English

This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues
minorCode K33Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

Grime accumulation on the door handles and jams of the refrigeration units. [Corrective Action] Thoroughly clean and maintain clean.

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 K14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized

Inspector’s notes

Chlorine sanitizer in the dishwasher was measured at 25 ppm. [Corrective Action] Maintain chlorine sanitizer at 50 ppm.

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 K44Pests

Official wording

Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing

Inspector’s notes

Observed the back door left wide open. [Corrective Action] Ensure back door is remained closed when not actively going in or out. Install a screen door if back door is normally left open.

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 insects
minorCode K36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

Observed fried foods stored directly in plastic shopping bags in the single door upright cooler next to the dishwasher. [Corrective Action] Discontinue storing foods directly in plastic shopping bags. These are normally not food grade.

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
criticalCode K15Food source and labeling

Official wording

Food obtained from approved source

Inspector’s notes

Unable to verify source of the chicken breast stored in the 2 door upright freezer. The most recent receipt only shows chicken wings. No other receipts were stored in the facility. Per PIC, the chicken breast is purchased from SJ Distributer, processed here at the facility, bagged then placed into the freezer. [Corrective Action] Ensure foods are purchased from an approved source. [Suitable Alternative] The chicken breast will be impounded and remain in the freezer and not used until source is verified.

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Sep 17, 2025 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Apr 10, 2025

Pass

5 recorded violations

minorCode K45Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

Home style base board observed used in the kitchen. [Corrective Action] A commercial food facility shall use commercial products.

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 K06Handwashing

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

Observed a can stored on the faucet of the handwash sink. [Corrective Action] Maintain handwash sink clean, clear and easily 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 problems
minorCode K09Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cooling methods

Inspector’s notes

Fried chicken on the work table measured at 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Per operator, cooling since 12:30 PM. [Corrective Action] Food shall be cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within another 4 hours. [Suitable Alternative] Operator move the fried chicken into refrigeration.

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
minorCode K26Food temperature

Official wording

Approved thawing methods used; frozen food

Inspector’s notes

Observed meat thawing in standing water in the 2 compartment sink. [Corrective Action] 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
minorCode K27Other

Official wording

Food separated and protected

Inspector’s notes

Observed green onions drying at the back parking lot area. [Corrective Action] All food prep shall be conducted in the food facility.

In plain English

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

More about other finding

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Apr 10, 2025 · Original Source

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