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Santa Clara County, CA

Trade Rite Market - Bacalhua (Restaurant)

1555 Alum Rock Av

Last inspected Apr 21, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.

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2 inspections

Routine Inspection

Apr 21, 2026

Pass

5 recorded violations

minorCode K44Pests

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

1. Side door to dining area has gaps larger that 1/4". PIC stated they were recently robbed and the door was kicked in. [CA] Eliminate gap greater than 1/4" to prevent the entrance and harborage of vermin. 2. Back door left open. [CA] Keep back door closed at all times to prevent the entrance and harborage of 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.

More about signs of rodents or insects
minorCode K23Pests

Official wording

No rodents, insects, birds, or animals

Inspector’s notes

Old droppings under cooler in warewash area. [CA] Clean and sanitize area of old 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
criticalCode K06Handwashing

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

Handwash sink had a ventilation hood filter placed inside the basin. [CA] Handwashing facility shall be clean, unobstructed, and accessible at all times. [COS] Ventilation filter was removed from handsink.

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 K01Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

No Food Safety Certificate or Food Handler Cards were available at time of inspection. [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. Food facilities that prepare, handle, or serve non-prepackaged potentially hazard foods shall have a valid Food Safety Certificate 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 issues
minorCode K32Food source and labeling

Official wording

Food properly labeled and honestly presented

Inspector’s notes

Desserts in display case lack labels. [CA] Food prepackaged in a food facility shall bear a label with the following: 1) common name of the food, 2) list of ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight, 3) quantity of contents, 4) name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor.

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, Apr 21, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Jul 7, 2025

Pass

7 recorded violations

minorCode K22Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Sewage and wastewater properly disposed

Inspector’s notes

FOUND WASTE WATER IN THE MOP BUCKET. [CA] DISCARD WASTE WATER IN THE SANITARY SEWER.

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 K43Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

Inspector’s notes

FOUND A NON SELF CLOSING DOOR FOR THE RESTROOM. [CA] PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DOOR.

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

FOUND THE MOP INSIDE THE MOP BUCKET. [CA] HANG THE MOP TO AIR DRY.

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 K45Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

MISSING A FLOOR DRAIN COVER AT THE FRONT SERVICE AREA. [CA] PROVIDE A COVER.

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 K29Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Inspector’s notes

FOUND A SPRAY BOTTLE OF STAINLESS STEEL CLEANER STORED NEXT TO FOOD ITEMS ON THE FOOD SERVICE COUNTER. [CA] STORE CLEANING SUPPLIES SEPARATE AND AWAY FROM FOOD OR FOOD RELATED ITEMS. COS FOUND A SPRAY BOTTLE WITHOUT A LABEL IN THE BACK ROOM BY THE SANDWICH REFRIGERATOR. [CA] PROVIDE A LABEL.

In plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely
minorCode K36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

FOUND THE SCOOP STORED IN THE ICE MACHINE WITH THE HANDLE TOUCHING THE ICE. [CA] STORE THE SCOOP OUTSIDE THE ICE MACHINE OR IN A WAY THAT THE HANDLE DOES NOT TOUCH THE ICE. COS

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 K01Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

REPEAT VIOLATION MISSING THE FOOD SAFETY CERTIFICATE FOR MANAGES AND THE FOOD HANDLER'S CARD FOR A FOOD EMPLOYEE. [CA] PROVIDE THE FOOD SAFETY CERTIFICATE FOR MANAGERS AND THE FOOD HANDLER'S CARDS FOR THE FOOD EMPLOYEES.

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 issues

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jul 7, 2025 · Original Source

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