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Santa Clara County, CA

The Old Spaghetti Factory

51 N San Pedro St

Last inspected May 27, 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

May 27, 2026

Pass

5 recorded violations

minorCode K22Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Sewage and wastewater properly disposed

Inspector’s notes

The waste line of the soda gun at the end of the bar is draining onto the floor. [CA] Liquid waste shall be disposed of through the approved plumbing system and shall discharge into the public sewerage or into an approved private sewage disposal system.

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.

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minorCode K48Other

Official wording

Plan review

Inspector’s notes

Facility has not finished the plan check process for the remodeling of the kitchen space. - Replaced finishes of the wall with white FRP and stainless steel in the kitchen. - Installed a new drop ceiling. - Turned a walk in refrigeration unit 90 degrees. - Relocated a walk in cooler to the old dry storage area next to the other walk in refrigeration unit. The new walk in cooler is draining liquid waste to an outdoor mop sink. - Facility has remodeled the facade of a preexisting cooler in the main kitchen. - Facility has redone the flooring of the 1st floor customer restroom with a tile and cove base. - Facility has changed their dishwasher. Per PIC they were both hot water sanitizing and there is a type 2 hood above it. - A handwash sink and a prep sink have been installed on the wall adjacent to the warewash area. - Water heater has not changed. [CA] Facility shall finish plan check process for the remodel done in 2025. A PCL3 letter for SR0883148 was issued on 1/28/2026. Please refer to the plan check letter sent fo plan expiration requirements.

In plain English

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

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minorCode K23Pests

Official wording

No rodents, insects, birds, or animals

Inspector’s notes

There are flies in the bar area. [CA] The facility shall be free of animals, pests, and vermin. Eliminate the 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.

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minorCode K41Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

The handwash sink in the bar area has a leak at the drain pipe. [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.

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minorCode K45Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

The floor of the bar area was wet. [CA] Ensure to maintain the floors of prep areas dry and 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.

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Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, May 27, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Oct 30, 2025

Pass

3 recorded violations

minorCode K06Handwashing

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

The paper towel dispenser at the only handwash station in the bar was empty. There was a roll of paper towels available nearby. [CA] Single-use sanitary towels shall be provided in dispensers; heated-air hand drying device may be substituted for single-use towels.

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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minorCode K48Other

Official wording

Plan review

Inspector’s notes

Facility has remodeled the kitchen space without submitting plans to our department. - Replaced finishes of the wall with white FRP and stainless steel in the kitchen. - Installed a new drop ceiling. - Turned a walk in refrigeration unit 90 degrees. - Relocated a walk in cooler to the old dry storage area next to the other walk in refrigeration unit. The new walk in cooler is draining liquid waste to an outdoor mop sink. - Facility has remodeled the facade of a preexisting cooler in the main kitchen. - Facility has redone the flooring of the 1st floor customer restroom with a tile and cove base. - Facility has changed their dishwasher. Per PIC they were both hot water sanitizing and there is a type 2 hood above it. - A handwash sink and a prep sink have been installed on the wall adjacent to the warewash area. - water heater has not changed. [CA] Facility to submit plans within 30 days. Failure to submit plans will result in further enforcement from this department.

In plain English

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

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minorCode K14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized

Inspector’s notes

The left ice machine had a yellow/green mold-like substance growing near the ice dispensing area. [CA] Ensure to maintain food contact surfaces of equipment clean and in good repair. Sanitize 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Oct 30, 2025 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Feb 26, 2025

Pass

3 recorded violations

minorCode K23Pests

Official wording

No rodents, insects, birds, or animals

Inspector’s notes

Repeat Violation: In the bar area, several small flies wre observed flying around near the point of sale system and bar well. Note: The small flies have been an ongoing issue. Amount of drain flies observed has decreased since previous inspection. Per PIC, EcoLab has been servicing the facility. [CA] Ensure to maintain the facility free of animals, pests, and vermin.

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.

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minorCode K06Handwashing

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

Repeat Violation: In the bar area, at the only hand wash sink, the permanent paper towel dispenser was uninstalled. A roll of paper towels was available on a nearby shelf. [CA] Single-use sanitary towels shall be provided in dispensers; heated-air hand drying device may be substituted for single-use towels.

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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criticalCode K13Contamination

Official wording

Food in good condition, safe, unadulterated

Inspector’s notes

In the dry storage room, on a rolling can cart, there was a can of kidney beans with a severe dent at the seam. [CA] Food shall be inspected as soon as practical upon receipt and prior to any use, storage, or resale. Bloated, leaking, or otherwise compromised cans shall be discarded immediately. [COS] PIC discarded the can immediately. See VC&D report.

In plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

More about food not protected from contamination

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Feb 26, 2025 · Original Source

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