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Santa Clara County, CA

Tsing Tao Restaurant

15525 Los Gatos Bl # D

Last inspected Jun 26, 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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2 inspections

Routine Inspection

Jun 26, 2026

Pass

12 recorded violations

minorCode K35Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

There are 6 unapproved refrigerator and freezer units. [CA] Replace them with approved type units.

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 K29Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Inspector’s notes

Observed the spray bottle with degreaser in it unlabeled. [CA] Label this bottles and the others with the contents.

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 K30Other

Official wording

Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

Observed bulk food bins unlabeled. [CA] Label the bulk food bins with the contents. Onions observed on the floor outside of the back door. [CA] Do not place the onions on the floor.

In plain English

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

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minorCode K27Other

Official wording

Food separated and protected

Inspector’s notes

Observed raw meat stored in the walk in above tofu and cabbage. [CA] Do not store raw meat, seafood, or poultry above any other foods.

In plain English

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

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minorCode K49Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Permits available

Inspector’s notes

The posted permit is expired. [CA] Obtain and post the current permit. If it has been misplaced then you may call the main office and request another mailed out to you.

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 K45Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

Observed the floor sinks to have accumulation. [CA] Clean the floor sinks.

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 K40Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used, stored

Inspector’s notes

Observed used wiping cloths on the table tops. [CA] Keep the towels in the bucket with sanitizer in between each 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 K36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

There are bloody cardboard being used as shelf liners in the freezers. [CA] Remove the cardboard, clean, and sanitize the units. Observed the steamed rice being made on shelves that are soiled and also have soiled cardboard on them. [CA] Food prep must be done on clean surfaces.

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 K38Facility maintenance

Official wording

Adequate ventilation/lighting; designated areas, use

Inspector’s notes

Observed some light bulbs that are out throughout the kitchen and food storage areas. [CA] Replace the missing light bulbs.

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

Observed the back area outside of the facility to have food storage that are not approved nor vermin-proof. [CA] Remove all food and beverage from outside. Also remove food contact items from outside. Store them inside. The are outside is not an approved storage area for the restaurant items. Please submit to plan check The website is ehinfo.org. any buildings or structures that are going to be proposed for use.

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 K07Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

The food in the home type refrigerator near the restrooms is at approximately 44 degrees F. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. According to the owner this unit is only for employees food. Seems some items are for restaurant also. This is an unapproved refrigerator. Replace it with approved type unit.

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 K14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized

Inspector’s notes

The inside panels of the ice machine are turning black. [CA] Thoroughly clean and sanitize the inside of the ice machine when emptied to protect the ice inside.

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, Jun 26, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Sep 4, 2025

Pass

5 recorded violations

minorCode K40Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used, stored

Inspector’s notes

Observed several wiping towels on table tops. [CA] Store the used wiping towels in the sanitizer buckets between each 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 K27Other

Official wording

Food separated and protected

Inspector’s notes

Observed raw meat in the walk in to be stored above containers of tofu. [CA] Store all raw meat, seafood, and poultry below all other foods.

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

Observed a bowl stored in the flour bulk food bin. [CA] The bowl must be removed and may be replaced with a scoop with a handle. Store the scoop with the handle not touching the food inside the bin.

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 K06Handwashing

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

The water faucet handles are not working properly [CA] Repair the hand sink in front of the dish washing sink.

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 K14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized

Inspector’s notes

The bulk food bins are not meant for direct food contact food storage. [CA] Replace them with approved type food storage bins.

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, Sep 4, 2025 · Original Source

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