Routine Inspection
May 7, 2026
5 recorded violations
Official wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Employees personal drink with open spout stored in under counter refrigerator. [CA] Store employee drinks away from retail food items and in a designated area to prevent contamination.
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 wording
Food in good condition, safe, unadulterated
Inspector’s notes
Employees open drink spilled onto the hot dogs in the refrigerator. [CA] Food shall be free of contamination/adulteration. Hot dogs were discarded in trash.
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 contaminationOfficial wording
Wiping cloths: properly used, stored
Inspector’s notes
Measured 0 ppm quaternary ammonium in wiping cloth sanitizer bucket. [CA] Maintain a minimum of 200 ppm quat ammonium. [COS]
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 problemsOfficial wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
Food container noted inside the hand sink. [CA] Keep hand sink unobstructed at all times.
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 problemsOfficial wording
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Food safety managers certificate on file has expired. Food handler cards not available on site. [CA] At least one person shall by food safety certified. Each food handler shall maintain a valid food handler card for the duration of his or her employment as food handler. Keep certificates on site for review.
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 7, 2026 · Original Source