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1480 HALFORD AV, SANTA CLARA, CA, 95051 +14085296417
Pass
94
Latest score
100%
Pass rate
2
Inspections
0
Critical violations

Location

Latest inspection

PASSED
Jan 22, 2026ROUTINE INSPECTION205 days ago

At the time of inspection, observed racks of raw meat, salsas, sour cream, etc. stored inside the walk-in cooler. Per employee, food is stored here by the neighboring mobile food facility "LA COCINA DE ALMA 71052V1". Employee stated that this MFF has been parked here for the past few months. Spoke with facility owner, Maryam, over the phone, who stated that this facility is not approved for use as a commissary. The use of this facility as a commissary or food storage area must obtain approval from this Department. Immediately discontinue the storage of food from the MFF in this facility. Specialist to follow up with MFF senior.

Inspection Timeline

Jan 22, 2026Latest
PassedScore: 94/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
94
Jan 15, 2025
PassedScore: 95/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
95

Violations Analysis

0
Critical Violations
4
Non-Critical
4
Total Violations
Across 2 inspections

Complete inspection history

2 inspections
PassLatest Jan 22, 2026
94/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

At the time of inspection, observed racks of raw meat, salsas, sour cream, etc. stored inside the walk-in cooler. Per employee, food is stored here by the neighboring mobile food facility "LA COCINA DE ALMA 71052V1". Employee stated that this MFF has been parked here for the past few months. Spoke with facility owner, Maryam, over the phone, who stated that this facility is not approved for use as a commissary. The use of this facility as a commissary or food storage area must obtain approval from this Department. Immediately discontinue the storage of food from the MFF in this facility. Specialist to follow up with MFF senior.

2 reported violations
  • K06: Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

    In the restroom, observed roll of paper towels at the handwash sink is not properly stored in a dispenser. [CA] Paper towels shall be securely stored in a dispenser to prevent contamination.

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

    Observed live cats and cat equipment in the back area. No food is stored in this area. [CA] No live animals may be allowed in a food facility.

Pass Jan 15, 2025
95/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

2 reported violations
  • K23: No rodents, insects, birds, or animals

    Observed cats inside the retail area of the facility. [CA] Ensure animals are kept separated from the facility and areas with food storage to prevent possible contamination.

  • K49: Permits available

    Our records indicate this facility is operating without a valid permit and has a delinquent account. Your balance due is $ 971.25. Payment must be made immediately to DEH at the address at the top of this report or via our website at www.Ehinfo.org. A facility that submits payment of the outstanding balance within 48 hours (2 business days) of this notice will be issued and mailed an operating permit by this department. Failure to comply within 48 hours will result in facility closure and additional enforcement, including but not limited to reinspection(s) and additional cost recovery fees. A facility found to be in continued operation without a permit may incur a penalty of three (3) times the operating permit fee, and fee(s) for re-inspection(s) charged at the current hourly rate approved by the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors. Penalties and fees incurred due to enforcement activities must be paid in full prior to the issuance of an operating permit.

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