Follow-Up Inspection
Aug 4, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Aug 4, 2026 · Original Source
Santa Clara County, CA
Thaibodia Bistro
1865 W San Carlos St
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4 inspectionsRoutine Inspection
Jul 28, 2026
Pass
3 recorded violations
minorCode K45Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
Kitchen tiles broken by the dishwasher [CA[ Install new floor tiles
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 K07Food temperature
Official wording
Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
Line cooler at 46F now [CA] Monitor and maintain cooler at 41F or colder You are scheduled for an inspection on 08/04/26. There is no charge for this follow-up inspection. However, failure to comply will result in a second re-inspection charged at $282.00 and for all related follow-up inspections thereafter.
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 K41Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
Two-compartment food prep sink drain line is broken [CA] replace drain line - Sanitize the three-compartment sink prior to using it as a food prep sink until the food prep sink drain line is fixed. You are scheduled for an inspection on 08/04/26. There is no charge for this follow-up inspection. However, failure to comply will result in a second re-inspection charged at $282.00 and for all related follow-up inspections thereafter.
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 28, 2026 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Dec 17, 2025
Pass
4 recorded violations
minorCode K05Handwashing
Official wording
Hands clean, properly washed; gloves used properly
Inspector’s notes
Employee washed hands with soap for 5 seconds [CA] All food employees shall thoroughly wash their hands and that portion of their arms exposed to direct food contact with soap and vigorously rub hands together to lather up for at least 10 to 15 seconds. They shall rinse hands with warm water followed by drying with paper towels. Employees shall pay attention to the areas underneath the fingernails and between the fingers when washing hands. – Corrected
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 K45Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Inspector’s notes
Kitchen tiles broken by the dishwasher [CA[ Install new floor tiles
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 K34Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips
Inspector’s notes
Lack a measuring device to check dishwasher final rinse temperature [CA] Provide a measuring device and check dishwasher final rinse temperature daily.
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 K44Pests
Official wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Back door is left open [CA] Keep all doors closed to deny access to insects add rodents - Corrected Shes, jacket, etc. are left on food storage shelf [CA] Remove and keep separate from foods - Corrected REPEAT VIOLATION: Excess materials and clutter in dry storage room [CA] Remove excess material and organize.
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, Dec 17, 2025 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
May 19, 2025
Pass
5 recorded violations
criticalCode K06Handwashing
Official wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
No paper towel in the kitchen dispenser [CA] Keep all dispensers supplied - Corrected
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
Food containers in the walk-in cooler are not covered [CA] Keep food containers covered and protected
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
REPEAT VIOLATION: Excess materials and clutter in dry storage room [CA] Remove excess material and organize.
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 K36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
Walk-in cooler shelves are stained [CA] Clean the shelves
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 K01Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Food safety certificate expired [CA] Renew food safety certificate by 07/19/25
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 issuesOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, May 19, 2025 · Original Source