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SANTO MARKET

245 E TAYLOR ST, SAN JOSE, CA, 95112
Pass
94
Latest score
100%
Pass rate
2
Inspections
0
Critical violations

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PASSED
Dec 2, 2025ROUTINE INSPECTION256 days ago

Note: observed fish thawing inside reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) in the walk-in refrigerator. Fish measured 38.0F with a metal probe thermometer. Packaging read "REFRIGERATE BELOW 38F DURING AND AFTER THAWING. REMOVE PRODUCT FROM PACKAGE WHEN THAWING." Specialist instructed operator to cut open all bags immediately. ROP fish must be frozen before, during, and after packaging.

Inspection Timeline

Dec 2, 2025Latest
PassedScore: 94/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
94
Oct 1, 2024
PassedScore: 81/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
81

Violations Analysis

0
Critical Violations
10
Non-Critical
10
Total Violations
Across 2 inspections

Complete inspection history

2 inspections
PassLatest Dec 2, 2025
94/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

Note: observed fish thawing inside reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) in the walk-in refrigerator. Fish measured 38.0F with a metal probe thermometer. Packaging read "REFRIGERATE BELOW 38F DURING AND AFTER THAWING. REMOVE PRODUCT FROM PACKAGE WHEN THAWING." Specialist instructed operator to cut open all bags immediately. ROP fish must be frozen before, during, and after packaging.

2 reported violations
  • K01: Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

    Employee food handler cards were not available. [CA] Ensure all food handler cards are available on site.

  • K06: Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

    Observed the front handsink near the pickup window lacked a designated paper towel dispenser. A stack of napkins was located nearby. Observed uncovered clean plastic utensils stored near the front handsink. [CA] Provide a wall-mounted paper towel dispenser at the handsink. Protect clean utensils from contamination via cover/splash guard, etc. Note: PIC placed a paper towel roll next to the handsink.

Pass Oct 1, 2024
81/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

Per PIC, facility has 6 full time employees and 3 part-time employees. Facility will be upgraded to FP13. Facility is working on repairing floors in kitchen and restroom. Recommend consulting Plan Check to ensure correct flooring material and installation. For general inquiries or to schedule a consultation, site assessment, or plan check inspection, please email us at dehplancheck@deh.sccgov.org or call us at (408) 918-3400 Monday through Friday between 7:30am and 4:30pm. To assist you with technical questions, a Plan Checker is available by phone during these hours on a first come-first served basis Monday through Friday.

8 reported violations
  • K33: Nonfood contact surfaces clean

    Observed accumulation of grease/food debris on surfaces in the small kitchen, especially on cooking equipment. [CA] Keep surfaces clean.

  • K40: Wiping cloths: properly used, stored

    Measured chlorine in wiping cloth container to be 25 - 50ppm. [CA] Wiping cloths must be stored in 100ppm chlorine or 200ppm quaternary ammonia.

  • K39: Thermometers provided, accurate

    A metal probe thermometer was not available. [CA] Obtain a metal probe thermometer.

  • K19: Consumer advisory for raw or undercooked foods

    Observed the menu lacked a consumer advisory for raw fish/poke etc. [CA] Provide a disclosure (which clearly indicates which menu items contain raw/undercooked animal products) and a reminder on the menu. Reminder: "Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions."

  • K41: Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices

    Observed the pipe under the 3-compartment sink was leaking. [CA] Repair leak.

  • K34: Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips

    Sanitizer test strips were not available. [CA] Obtain sanitizer test strips.

  • K06: Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

    At the handwash sink near the take-out window: observed the paper towel dispenser had been removed from the wall. Soap and napkins were available nearby. [CA] Provide a covered paper towel dispenser at the handwash sink. Inside the small kitchen: observed food/seasoning containers were stored directly under the paper towel dispenser. [CA] Keep foods away from the paper towel dispenser to reduce chances of cross-contamination.

  • K01: Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

    Employees' food handler cards were not available upon request. [CA] Keep employees' food handler cards available.

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