Follow-Up Inspection
Jul 13, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jul 13, 2026 · Original Source
Santa Clara County, CA
Zingsters
220 University Av # B
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4 inspectionsRoutine Inspection
Jul 6, 2026
Pass
9 recorded violations
minorCode K29Chemicals
Official wording
Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector’s notes
Unlabeled blue chemical spray bottles. [CA] Label bottle with name of 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 unsafelycriticalCode K07Food temperature
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Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
Measured cole slaw on counter next to flat grill measured at 50F, individual packed sauces measured at 64F and container of sliced cheese at 50F on counter. [CA] Maintain potentially hazardous food 41F and below or 135F and above. Store cold food in refrigerator during service or provide ice baths on counters at all times. Fill containers half way to the ice bath water mark. [COS] Ice baths were set up during inspection.
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 temperatureminorCode K36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
Unsecure CO2 tanks noted. [CA] Secure CO2 tanks with a chain linked to the wall.
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 issuesminorCode K34Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips
Inspector’s notes
Lack of quat ammonium test strips for 3 comp sink sanitizer dispenser. [CA] Provide test strips and test daily at 200 ppm.
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 problemsminorCode K01Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Lack of food handler cards available for review. [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 issuesminorCode K27Other
Official wording
Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
Raw chicken above fries at flour station refrigeration unit. [CA] Store raw meat below ready to eat food.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode K48Other
Official wording
Plan review
Inspector’s notes
Observed the following new equipment installed without prior approval from this Department: -Crathco juice dispenser - Hatco glowray food warmer (warming element for top surface of food only) - 2 x 3 door refrigeration units - 3 basket fryer Henny Penny Computron 8000 - Dukers 2 door refrigeration unit-with 3 bin flour/batter station - Prince castle toaster - Vevor vibrating screen machine for flour -Avantco panini grill [CA] By 7/10/26 remove unapproved 3 basket deep fryer from the facility. Submit plan check application, fee, plans, specification sheets for all new equipment. All utensils and equipment shall be approved, installed properly, & meet applicable standards, either NSF approved or ANSI equivalent. Visit www.ehinfo.org -> food facility -> Plan review. Contact 408-918-3400 to speak with a plan checker on duty Mon-Fri from 730a-10a. Failure to remove current fryer and plan submittal may result in enforcement action, fee's, re-inspection fee's Note- spoke with owner Afsar and spoke with owner/manager Shah on the phone during inspection regarding equipment approval and requirements.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode K39Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Thermometers provided, accurate
Inspector’s notes
Lack of stem probe thermometer on site and digital thermometer display read '2' for the 2 x 3 door units. . [CA] Provide a stem probe thermometer to measure internal food temperatures and provide a portable thermometer for all refrigeration units if digital display is not operable.
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 issuesminorCode K40Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping cloths: properly used, stored
Inspector’s notes
Soiled wiping cloths noted on counter. [CA] Store wiping cloths in sanitizer (quat ammonium at 200 ppm) buckets in between uses or when not in 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 problemsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jul 6, 2026 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Feb 12, 2026
Pass
5 recorded violations
minorCode K29Chemicals
Official wording
Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector’s notes
Unlabeled spray bottles with clear contents and blue contents. [CA] Label spray bottles with name. [COS]
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 unsafelyminorCode K27Other
Official wording
Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
Raw shelled eggs noted above ready to eat food in 2 door refrigerator. [CA] Store raw eggs below ready to eat food. [COS]
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode K34Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips
Inspector’s notes
Lack of chlorine test strips to test santizer. [CA] Provide test strips. Lack of sink plugs for 3 compartment sink. [CA] Provide sink plugs/stoppers.
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 problemsminorCode K44Pests
Official wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Lack of mop hanger above mop sink. [CA] Install a mop hanger.
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 insectsminorCode K39Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Thermometers provided, accurate
Inspector’s notes
Lack of thermometers for pepsi beverage refrigerators. Lack of stem probe thermometer to check internal food temperatures. [CA] Provide required thermometers.
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 issuesOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Feb 12, 2026 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Jun 16, 2025
Pass
4 recorded violations
minorCode K01Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Food handler cards are expired. [CA] Each food handler shall maintain a valid food handler card for the duration of his or her employment as food handler.
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 issuesminorCode K36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
Observed knife stored in between equipment. [CA] Store knife on cutting board or in a clean container between uses.
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 issuesminorCode K27Other
Official wording
Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
Uncovered food noted in refrigeration units. [CA] Keep food covered except when cooling.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode K44Pests
Official wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Lack of mop hanger at mop singer. [CA] Provide a mop hanger in order for mops to properly 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 insectsOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jun 16, 2025 · Original Source