72
Latest score
50%
Pass rate
4
Inspections
4
Critical violations

Location

Latest inspection

PASSED
Jul 28, 2026FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION18 days ago

Follow-up inspection to limited inspection conducted on 7/27/2026 which resulted in a closure due to rodent activity. Facility signed and completed reopening checklist. A copy of the pest control report from a licensed provider stated that no vermin activity observed was provided. The rear door to the facility has been repaired to eliminate a gap larger than 1/4 inch. All affected areas within the kitchen have been steam cleaned/ sanitized. No evidence of vermin observed. The drain within the sushi preparation area has been cleared by a plumber. No back-up is occurring at any floor drains/ sinks. Facility is reopened and may resume operation. Facility has a history of multiple closures due to vermin. Further enforcement actions may be forthcoming if additional closures due to vermin occur during future inspections.

Inspection Timeline

Jul 28, 2026Latest
Passed
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION
Jul 27, 2026
Failed
ROUTINE INSPECTION
Aug 4, 2025
Passed
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION
Jul 28, 2025
FailedScore: 72/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
72

Violations Analysis

4
Critical Violations
2 in last 3 inspections
5
Non-Critical
9
Total Violations
Across 4 inspections

Complete inspection history

4 inspections
PassLatest Jul 28, 2026
N/A

FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION

Follow-up inspection to limited inspection conducted on 7/27/2026 which resulted in a closure due to rodent activity. Facility signed and completed reopening checklist. A copy of the pest control report from a licensed provider stated that no vermin activity observed was provided. The rear door to the facility has been repaired to eliminate a gap larger than 1/4 inch. All affected areas within the kitchen have been steam cleaned/ sanitized. No evidence of vermin observed. The drain within the sushi preparation area has been cleared by a plumber. No back-up is occurring at any floor drains/ sinks. Facility is reopened and may resume operation. Facility has a history of multiple closures due to vermin. Further enforcement actions may be forthcoming if additional closures due to vermin occur during future inspections.

No reported violations
Fail Jul 27, 2026
N/A

ROUTINE INSPECTION

Requirements Before Reopening: 1. Email the signed and completed Reopening Checklist to the assigned inspector. 2. Submit a copy of the pest control report from a licensed provider. 3. Clear drain backup so that drain is free flowing To request a follow-up inspection to verify correction, call Travis Ketchu at (408) 918-3469, Monday-Thursday 7:30 AM-5:00 PM, call (408) 918-3400 on Fridays (office is closed on County holidays). The first follow-up inspection is free of charge. Subsequent follow up inspections after first follow up shall be billed $298/hr during business hours and $645/ hr during non business hours upon availability. Failure to comply may result in enforcement action. When the facility is clear of cockroaches, call DEH at (408) 918-3400 to schedule a re-inspection. Note: The first follow-up inspection is free of charge. Subsequent follow up inspections after first follow up shall be billed $298/hr during business hours and $645/ hr during non business hours upon availability. Failure to comply may result in enforcement action.tion.

2 reported violations
  • K22: Sewage and wastewater properly disposedCritical

    Observed waste water backing up form the from sushi area channel drain adjacent to the three compartment sink. [CA] Food facility shall not operate if there is sewage overflowing or backing up in the food facility. The food facility, or impacted areas, shall remain closed until all plumbing problems have been corrected and all contaminated surfaces have been cleaned and sanitized.

  • K23: No rodents, insects, birds, or animalsCritical

    1. Observed Vermin: Documented in the following areas: - Mice droppings on food container lids within the dry storage area - Mice droppings in the corners of the floor throughout the kitchen - On a food cart in the warewashing area - On the ledge behind the sushi bar 2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes. 3. Supervisor Notified: Suzanne Lew 4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, Jimmy, has been informed that the facility must close immediately. [CA]: The premises of each food facility must be maintained free of vermin. A facility cannot operate if there is a vermin infestation that leads to contamination of food contact surfaces, packaging, utensils, food equipment, or adulteration of food. The facility is required to cease operations immediately and must remain closed until all corrective actions on the provided checklist are completed. Requirements Before Reopening: 1. Email the signed and completed Reopening Checklist to the assigned inspector. 2. Submit a copy of the pest control report from a licensed provider.

Pass Aug 4, 2025
N/A

FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION

Follow up inspection to the routine inspection conducted on 7/28/2025 during which facility was subject to closure due to cockroach and rodent activity. Observations : No signs of rodent or cockroach activity observed. Pest control report stating that infestation has been eliminated has been received and reviewed. Sanitation and food safety measures have been verified as completed. Prevention measures on the checklist have been verified as completed. Continue addressing the remaining violations cited during the routine inspection. Facility is okay to operate. Joint inspection with Dennis L.

No reported violations
Fail Jul 28, 2025
72/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

Facility is hereby CLOSED owing to the following unresolved major violation: PRESENCE OF VERMIN THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY: 1. Cockroach activity 2. Rodent activity The premises of each food facility must be maintained free of vermin. A facility cannot operate if there is a vermin infestation that leads to contamination of food contact surfaces, packaging, utensils, food equipment, or adulteration of food. The facility is required to cease operations immediately and must remain closed until all corrective actions on the provided checklist are completed. Requirements Before Reopening: 1. Email the signed and completed Reopening Checklist to the assigned inspector. 2. Submit a copy of the pest control report from a licensed provider. A follow-up inspection will be conducted to verify compliance with all of the cited major violations. Call or email to schedule when ready to reopen. Subsequent follow-up inspections after the first shall be billed at $298/hour, one hour minimum, during normal business hours (7:30 AM to 4:30 PM), or $645 for a minimum of 2 hours, during non-business hours and in accordance with the inspector's availability. The posted placard is property of the Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health and shall not be removed, covered-up, relocated, tampered with, camouflaged, or copied. Failure to comply may result in a fine and enforcement action as per county ordinance section B11-55. Notes: - Facility uses TPHC for the following items: Sushi rice, dried salmon, unagi Joint inspection with M. Chin. Report written by M. Chin.

7 reported violations
  • K07: Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

    Fried shrimp tempura measured 85F while stored in a basket adjacent to the fryer. Per the PIC, shrimp tempura is fried once, then left in the basket until it is ordered, after which it is fried a second time (double-fried). PIC stated that tempura was fried one hour prior. [CA] PHF intended for hot holding shall be held at or above 135F. [COS] Employee elected to discard PHF in trash. ____________ Minor violation: Tuna measured 47F in the lower prep unit at the front prep area. [CA] PHF shall be held at or below 41F.

  • K21: Hot and cold water available

    hot water is not available at the front area food preparation sink and the hand wash sink. [CA] Hot water shall be supplied at a minimum temperature of at least 120°F measured from the faucet throughout facility and at a 100F at handwash sinks.

  • K29: Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

    PIC observed to be spraying raid in the kitchen area. [CA] Only those insecticides, rodenticides, and other pesticides that are necessary and specifically approved for use in a food facility may be used.

  • K44: Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing

    Back door maintained open. [CA] Keep doors closed to prevent the intrusion of vermin.

  • K45: Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

    1. Large amount of grease buildup on various wall/floor surfaces behind/underneath the cook-line, and throughout the facility. [CA] Clean, sanitize, and maintain ALL surfaces to prevent the attraction of vermin. 2. Wall is peeling behind the metal shelving unit (2 live cockroaches observed in gap). [CA] Patch/seal ALL openings in walls/floors/ceilings throughout the facility to prevent the harborage of vermin.

  • K23: No rodents, insects, birds, or animalsCritical

    1. Observed Vermin: Documented in the following areas: a) Cockroach activity: - 1 live cockroach nymph in the crack between the wall and the 3 compartment sink - 1 live cockroach adult next to the electrical socket above the 3 compartment sink - 1 live nymph cockroach on the lid of the rice cooker in the front prep area - 5+ live cockroaches (1 in the process of laying an ootheca) on a sticky trap on top of the microwave on a shelving unit - 2 live cockroaches in a crack in the wall behind a shelving unit - 1 ootheca (cockroach egg) on a tray next to the ice machine - 1 ootheca (cockroach egg) on a metal shelf directly across from the cookline - 3+ dead cockroaches along the wall in the front prep area behind a painting and takeout boxes - 1 dead nymph on the counter in the front prep area - 2 dead on top of the 3 compartment sink - 3+ dead and 1 live cockroach on a sticky trap across from the 2 upright units b) Rodent activity: Droppings observed in the following areas: - next to the water heater - along the wall in the front food prep area - on the ground behind the upright units next to the ice machine - at the end of the front prep on a metal countertop closest to the customer service area - on various food storage container lids on metal shelving unit - on the floor behind the cook-line - throughout other locations (floor) in the kitchen area 2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes. 3. Supervisor Notified: M. Huato 4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, Jimmy, has been informed that the facility must close immediately. [CA]: The premises of each food facility must be maintained free of vermin. A facility cannot operate if there is a vermin infestation that leads to contamination of food contact surfaces, packaging, utensils, food equipment, or adulteration of food. The facility is required to cease operations immediately and must remain closed until all corrective actions on the provided checklist are completed. Requirements Before Reopening: 1. Email the signed and completed Reopening Checklist to the assigned inspector. 2. Submit a copy of the pest control report from a licensed provider.

  • K06: Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessibleCritical

    Handwash sink in the kitchen area lacked paper towels. [CA] Single-use sanitary towels shall be provided in dispensers at all times that the facility is in operation. [COS] Employee refilled paper towels.

Source: Santa Clara County open data. Records are supplied as-is and may take 24–48 hours to reflect a newly published inspection.