Routine Inspection
Jan 20, 2026
8 recorded violations
Official wording
Adequate ventilation/lighting; designated areas, use
Inspector’s notes
Observed grease build up on filters. [CA] Clean filters on a regular basis- note per manager filters cleaned weekly.
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.
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Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
Observed bean sprouts at 45F at prep line across from wok. Container was filled beyond the load limit. [CA] Maintain bean sprouts 41F and below and fill container half way, add ice to maintain temperature.
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 wording
Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
Observed raw chicken/fish/bee above ready to eat food in refrigeration units. [CA] Store raw food below ready to eat.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
Lack of paper towels and paper towel dispenser at hand sink in bar area. [CA] Install a paper towel dispenser and keep stocked at all times. [COS] A container with paper towels was provided.
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.
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Nonfood contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
Observed build up of grease below cooking equipment and food debris build up at handles of all refrigeration units. [CA] Clean these areas frequently.
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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Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
A few food handler cards have expired. [CA] Each food handler shall maintain a valid food handler card for the duration of his or her employment as food handler. A valid food handler card shall be provided within 30 days of after the date of hire.
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 wording
Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
Bags of rice noted on floor upstairs. [CA] Store food 6 inches off of floor. Inadequate amount of shelving noted to keep paper products/food organized upstairs. [CA] Provide additional shelving and remove items from boxes to keep storage organized.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Observed uncovered employee beverages on cutting board. [CA] Employee beverages shall be covered with a lid and located in a designated area to prevent contamination of food/food surfaces.
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 20, 2026 · Original Source