80
Latest score
40%
Pass rate
5
Inspections
4
Critical violations

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PASSED
Aug 21, 2025FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION359 days ago

This was the second follow-up/reinspection to assess the cockroach infestation. No cockroaches, dead or alive, were observed in the facility today. The facility was reopened. Continue to work closely with pest control and monitor for vermin. Recommend placing sticky traps to monitor vermin activity. Note: Ambient temperature of refrigerator measured 41-47F in different areas. No PHF beside raw shell eggs (measured at 45F) were stored inside the walk-in. PIC stated a technician will come today to fix the refrigerator.

Inspection Timeline

Aug 21, 2025Latest
Passed
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION
Aug 15, 2025
Failed
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION
Aug 7, 2025
FailedScore: 80/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
80
Dec 9, 2024
Passed
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION
Dec 5, 2024
ConditionalScore: 74/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
74

Violations Analysis

4
Critical Violations
2 in last 3 inspections
6
Non-Critical
10
Total Violations
Across 5 inspections

Complete inspection history

5 inspections
PassLatest Aug 21, 2025
N/A

FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION

This was the second follow-up/reinspection to assess the cockroach infestation. No cockroaches, dead or alive, were observed in the facility today. The facility was reopened. Continue to work closely with pest control and monitor for vermin. Recommend placing sticky traps to monitor vermin activity. Note: Ambient temperature of refrigerator measured 41-47F in different areas. No PHF beside raw shell eggs (measured at 45F) were stored inside the walk-in. PIC stated a technician will come today to fix the refrigerator.

No reported violations
Fail Aug 15, 2025
N/A

FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION

FOLLOW UP INSPECTION FROM 8/7/25 IN WHICH LIVE AND DEAD COCKROACHES WERE FOUND THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN. FINDINGS: FOUND A LIVE COCKROACH UNDER THE FRONT SERVICE COUNTER. FOUND A DEAD COCKROACH INSIDE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND COCKROACH PARTS INSIDE A FRONT SERVICE CABINET. WORKSHEET HAS BEEN RECEIVED FROM PERSON IN CHARGE. A REPORT FROM A LICENSED PEST CONTROL COMPANY HAS BEEN RECEIVED AND REVIEWED. RECOMMENDED: REMOVE THE COCKROACHES. CLEAN THE FACILITY, MOVE THE EQUIPMENT TO CHECK AND SEAL ANY GAPS OR CREVICES ON THE WALLS, FLOORS AND CEILINGS WHERE THE COCKROACHES MAY BE HIDING. DISCARD ANY FOOD THAT MAY BE CONTAMINATED BY THE COCKROACHES. REMOVE ANY UNUSED EQUIPMENT OR CLUTTER. REMOVE ANY ENCRUSTED FOOD ON THE FOOD PREPARATION TABLES, UNDER EQUIPMENT, ON THE FLOORS AND WALLS. HIGHLY RECOMMEND HAVING A PEST CONTROL COMPANY PROVIDE ADDITIONAL TREATMENT. CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL SURFACES PRIOR TO CONTACTING THE DEPARTMENT. ADDITIONAL RE-INSPECTIONS WILL BE CHARGED AT $298 PER HOUR DURING BUSINESS HOURS, MINIMUM ONE HOUR. AFTER HOUR RE-INSPECTIONS WILL BE CHARGED AT $645 UPON AVAILABILITY. CALL THE DEPARTMENT AT 408-918-3400 RE-INSPECTION.

No reported violations
Fail Aug 7, 2025
80/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

3. Giovanni's Pizza Routine Inspection Facility was closed due to evidence of a live cockroach infestation. ALL FOOD OPERATIONS MUST CEASE. Facility may not resume operation until written approval is obtained from this Agency. Do not remove or obscure CLOSED sign. Requirements Before Reopening (Facility must wait 24 hours before requesting a reinspection): 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. Call DEH at (408) 918-3400 to schedule a reinspection. Email reports/checklist to priscilla.mark@deh.scc.org and CC mindy.nguyen@deh.sccgov.org . A follow up inspection will be conducted to assess the major violations listed above. The first follow-up is free of charge. Any additional follow-up inspection(s) shall each be billed $298/hr during business hours and $645/hr during non-business hours upon availability. If any cockroaches, live or dead, are observed at the follow-up inspection, the facility will not be reopened. Consulted supervisor P. Mark. ______ Notes: 1) Ensure all handsinks are stocked with soap and paper towels whenever food prep is occurring. 2) Repair the walk-in refrigerator before using it to store potentially hazardous foods. 3) Observed facility installed a handsink in the kitchen, per a previous inspector's reports. However, no records of plan submittal were available in DEH records. By 10/7/25, submit plans for the installation of the handsink. 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. Due to printer issues, reports were emailed to the owner during the inspection.

4 reported violations
  • K23: No rodents, insects, birds, or animalsCritical

    Observed cockroaches in the following locations: - 1 live inside the 3-compartment sink - Approximately 10 live cockroaches crawling out of the floor sink under the 3-compartment sink - 1 dead inside the 3-compartment sink - 3-4 dead on top of the grease trap - 1 large dead on floor next to walk-in refrigerator door. [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. FACILITY WAS CLOSED. See notes below.

  • K35: Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity

    Ambient temperature of walk-in refrigerator measured 48F after a metal probe thermometer was left inside with the door closed for over 30 minutes. [CA] Repair refrigerator so that it can keep foods at 41F and below.

  • K07: Proper hot and cold holding temperaturesCritical

    Measured internal temperature of multiple PHFs in walk-in refrigerator to be 45 - 47F (tomato sauce, sausage, chicken strips, ricotta cheese, heavy cream, mozzarella cheese, chorizo). Operator stated foods had been held for more than 4 hours. Ambient temperature of walk-in refrigerator measured 48F. [CA] Keep potentially hazardous foods at 41F and below or135F and above. [COS] Food was voluntarily discarded. See VCD form.

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

    Observed heavy accumulation of food debris on floors, and inside floor sink under the 3-compartment sink. [CA] Keep floors and surfaces clean.

Pass Dec 9, 2024
N/A

FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION

This was a follow-up to the 12/5/24 routine inspection. Observed the major violations were corrected as follows: 1) Observed the kitchen handwash sink was stocked with soap and paper towels. 2) Observed chlorine sanitizer was available on site. The placard was changed from yellow to green. Note: please send an email to mindy.nguyen@deh.sccgov.org with the updated owner phone number.

No reported violations
Conditional Pass Dec 5, 2024
74/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

A follow up inspection will be conducted to assess compliance for the major violations. The first follow-up is free of charge. Any additional follow-up inspection(s) shall each be billed $298/hr during business hours. Failure to comply may result in enforcement action. Please call Mindy Nguyen at (408) 918-3490 if there are any changes or updates. Note: Owner paid for environmental health permit fee online during inspection.

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

    Observed employee personal belongings (beverage cup with lid/straw, charging cable, hair clip) stored directly on the prep surface of the prep unit. [CA] Store personal belongings away from prep areas/surfaces to prevent contamination.

  • K14: Food contact surfaces clean, sanitizedCritical

    Sanitizer for warewashing was not available at the facility. [CA] Sanitizer must be available to sanitize dishes/equipment at all times. [COS] Sanitizer (bleach) was purchased and brought to the facility.

  • K06: Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessibleCritical

    At the kitchen handwash sink: - Observed lack of designated soap dispenser/bottle. - Observed lack of nearby paper towel dispenser (a paper towel dispenser was mounted on the wall approximately 6 feet away). [CA] Keep handwash sinks stocked with paper towels and soap in designated dispensers. [COS] A small bottle of soap and a paper towel roll were placed near the handwash sink.

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

    Observed damaged flooring throughout kitchen. Observed accumulation of food debris on floors under cooking equipment and inside the walk-in refrigerator. [CA] Repair floors and keep them clean.

  • K01: Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

    A manager's food safety certificate was not available. [CA] Obtain a manager's food safety certificate.

  • K21: Hot and cold water available

    Measured hot water at the 3-compartment sink to be 117F. [CA] Provide hot water (120F) at the 3-compartment sink.

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