Upon follow-up inspection, measured cold PHFs at or below 41F in refrigeration unit, observed PHFs under time as a public health control (TPHC) time marked, employee demonstrated proper warewashing procedure & hand washing procedure and observed oyster tag attached to oyster bag. Continue to correct the remaining violations noted on 7/30/26.
Inspection Timeline
Aug 4, 2026Latest
Passed
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION
Jul 30, 2026
ConditionalScore: 42/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
42
Dec 23, 2025
Unknown
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION
Nov 19, 2025
PassedScore: 90/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
90
Feb 6, 2025
Unknown
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION
+3 more inspections
Violations Analysis
8
Critical Violations
4 in last 3 inspections
25
Non-Critical
33
Total Violations
Across 8 inspections
Complete inspection history
8 inspections
PassLatest Aug 4, 2026
N/A
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION
Upon follow-up inspection, measured cold PHFs at or below 41F in refrigeration unit, observed PHFs under time as a public health control (TPHC) time marked, employee demonstrated proper warewashing procedure & hand washing procedure and observed oyster tag attached to oyster bag. Continue to correct the remaining violations noted on 7/30/26.
No reported violations▼
Conditional Pass Jul 30, 2026
42/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
A follow up inspection will be conducted by 07/31/26 to verify compliance. The first follow up inspection is free of charge, any and all subsequent follow up inspections shall be charged at the approved hourly rate of $282/hr, minimum of one hour.
Discussed with owner that any new construction, remodeling or structural change to the food facility, removing or installing new equipment, or any significant menu change, must submit complete plans to DEH Plan Check. Plan check requirements may be obtained at www. https://deh.santaclaracounty.gov/
Plan Check General and Technical Questions:
Email: dehplancheck@deh.sccgov.org
(408) 918-3400
exit interview conducted with Owner Kevin but signature obtained from Chef because Owner needed to leave.
FACILITY SHALL COMPLETE PLAN CHECK SUBMITTAL, OBTAIN PLAN CHECK APPROVAL, AND OBTAIN FINAL PLAN CHECK INSPECTION BY 01/30/2027.
Failure to comply may lead to enforcement actions such as charged office hearing and/or charged follow up inspections.
Facility shall obtain an ABC license for the sale of alcohol to the public.
16 reported violations▼
K44: Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Employee food stored in under counter cooler with food for public.
[CA]: Store employee food separate from public food.
K32: Food properly labeled and honestly presented
Food container of white powder food product missing label with common food name.
[CA]: Food containers of food items that cannot be easily identified shall be labeled with the common name at all times
K27: Food separated and protected
In the walk in cooler, raw food items were stored on shelving above ready to eat food.
[CA]: Properly store raw food items beneath and separate from ready to eat food.
K34: Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips
Testing method for Quat ammonium sanitizer not provided.
[CA]: Provide a testing method for Quat ammonium (ie test strips) for measuring sanitizer level.
K21: Hot and cold water available
In the beginning of the inspection, all prep sinks (3 total) measured above 100F but below 120F.
After turning on all sink stations and turning up the water heater:
1. Warm water at hand sink measured at 98F.
2. Hot water at 3 comp sink bar measured between 99F - 103F.
[CA]: Hot water shall be supplied at a minimum temperature of at least 120°F measured from the faucet throughout facility except at handwash sinks.
See K48 violation regarding inadequate water heater.
K16: Compliance with shell stock tags, condition, displayCritical
In the walk in cooler, clams were observed without certification tags. No receipt provided to Specialist.
[CA]: Shellstock tags shall remain attached to the container in which the shellstock are received until the container is empty and shall be maintained for 90 calendar days from date of harvest.
[COS]: Clams voluntarily discarded by Owner.
K07: Proper hot and cold holding temperaturesCritical
1. Sushi rice measured at 91F, prepared approximately 1 hour prior to measurement. Owner stated rice is kept in room temperature for 3 hours. No time markings observed.
2. Pooled egg used for tempura batter observed stored in insufficient ice bath and measured at 54F. Pooled egg placed in ice bath approximately 2 hours prior to measurement per employee.
[CA]: Potentially Hazardous Food shall be cold held at 41F or below or hot held at 135F or above at all times.
[SA]: 1. Sushi rice was time marked to be discarded on the 4th hour after it was removed from temperature control. Time As A Public Health Control Form provided.
2. More ice and water provided in ice bath for pooled egg.
K01: Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Food handler certificates not provided during inspection.
[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.
K40: Wiping cloths: properly used, stored
Soiled wet wiping cloths stored on work surfaces without being placed back into their sanitizer buckets in between uses.
[CA]: Wiping cloths used for sanitizing work surfaces must be stored inside their sanitizer buckets containing at least 100ppm chlorine or 200ppm Quat sanitizer when not actively being used.
K26: Approved thawing methods used; frozen food
Frozen pre-packaged raw beef observed thawing on prep table.
[CA]: Frozen food shall be thawed using the following approved methods:
-Under refrigeration that maintain the food temperature at 41F or below.
-Completely submerged under cold running water or a period not to exceed two hours at a water temperature of 70F or below.
-In microwave oven as long as it is cooked immediately.
-As part of the cooking process
[COS]: Raw beef placed in running cold water.
K05: Hands clean, properly washed; gloves used properlyCritical
Employee handled raw shrimp with batter and rinsed hands with water only at prep sink.
[CA]: Employees shall properly wash hands when changing gloves, when changing tasks, prior to handling food, utensils or equipment, after touching body parts, and when contamination occurs or as required. Employees shall use designated hand sink, soap and disposable paper towels to wash hands.
[COS]: Specialist instructed employee to wash hands at designated hand sink.
K41: Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
1. Drip leak observed from drain pipe of prep sink near mop sink.
[CA]: Remove leak. Plumbing of sinks shall be in good repair.
2. 1 comp prep sink improperly draining (indirectly) to mop sink.
[CA]: Prep sink shall indirectly drain to a mop sink with a 1 inch air gap.
K48: Plan review
The following equipment was installed without submitting to and obtaining an approval from DEH Plan Check:
1. 1 Mop sink
2. (2) 1 comp prep sinks (prep sink improperly draining to mop sink)
3. a charcoal grill for skewers
4. a new upright high temp and chemical operated dish machine
5. a box steamer located outside of type 1 hood (vapor observed)
Inadequate water heater observed due to added sinks.
[CA]: A person proposing to build or remodel a food facility shall submit plans and specifications for review and shall receive plan approval prior to starting any new construction or remodeling. Contact DEH at 408-918-3400 or at www.ehinfo.org to obtain plan check requirements.
FACILITY SHALL COMPLETE PLAN CHECK SUBMITTAL, OBTAIN PLAN CHECK APPROVAL, AND OBTAIN FINAL PLAN CHECK INSPECTION BY 01/30/2027.
FACILITY HAS:
HAND SINK: 4
PREP SINK: 3
3 COMP SINK: 2
MOP SINK: 1
UPRIGHT DISH MACHINE: 1
UNDER COUNTER DISH MACHINE: 1
1. Employee skipped sanitizer step when ware-washing sushi rice container.
2. Employee rinsed pan at prep sink and placed it back for storage with other pans without proper ware-washing and sanitizing.
[CA]: Manual sanitization shall be accomplished in the final sanitizing rinse by contacting a chlorine solution of 100 PPM concentration for at least 30 seconds or by contacting a quaternary ammonium solution of 200 PPM concentration for at least 60 seconds.
[COS]: Specialist instructed employee to set up sanitizer compartment with 200 ppm of Quat sanitizer and properly sanitizer sushi rice container and pan.
K36: Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
1. Utensils and scoops stored in stagnant water and without temperature control.
[CA]: Scoops and utensils shall be stored in water at 135F or above, in a clean and dry container, or in a dipper well with running water at a rate sufficient to flush away loose particles from utensils when storing in between use.
2. Pressurized cylinders not secured to a rigid structure.
[CA]: Pressurized cylinders shall always be stored properly/secured to a rigid structure.
Food items at kitchen and in walk in cooler stored directly on the floor. No direct contamination observed.
[CA]: Food items must stored at least six (6) inches elevated from the floor to prevent contamination.
Unknown Dec 23, 2025
N/A
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION
Follow up inspection for routine inspection on 11/19/2025 regarding unapproved bar remodel.
Facility has not submitted plans to DEH Plan Check regarding the unapproved bar remodel.
Specialist spoke with Permit Owner via phone call and Permit Owner stated that only a hand sink station and floor were installed in the bar and that the bar has always had a 3 comp sink.
New construction, remodeling or structural change to the food facility, removing or installing new equipment, or any significant menu change, must submit complete plans to DEH Plan Check. Plan check requirements may
be at https://deh.santaclaracounty.gov/
Plan Check General and Technical Questions:
Email: dehplancheck@deh.sccgov.org
(408) 918-3400
Note: This is the facility's first follow up inspection. Any and all subsequent follow up inspections shall be charged at the approved hourly rate of $298/hr, minimum of one hour.
No reported violations▼
Pass Nov 19, 2025
90/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
A follow up inspection will be conducted by 12/19/2025 to verify compliance. The first follow up inspection is free of charge, any and all subsequent follow up inspections shall be charged at the approved hourly rate of $298/hr, minimum of one hour.
4 reported violations▼
K21: Hot and cold water available
Maximum water temperature at mop sink measured st 114F.
[CA]: Hot water shall be supplied at a minimum temperature of at least 120°F measured from the faucet throughout facility except at handwash sinks.
K14: Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
1. *REPEAT VIOLATION* Accumulation of grime on the interior panel of the ice machine. No direct contamination of ice observed.
[CA]: Properly clean and sanitize the interior of ice machine. Food contact surface equipment shall be maintained clean at all times. Ensure ice is protected at all times during cleaning.
2. Maximum water temperature at high temp dish machine measured at 136F after 3 cycles. No active ware-washing during measurement.
[CA]: High temp dish machine must be capable of sanitizing the surface of utensils to at least 160F at all times. Discontinue use of unit until it is working properly.
[SA]: Conduct manual ware-wash and sanitization at 3 comp sink. Manual sanitization shall be accomplished in the final sanitizing rinse by contacting a chlorine solution of 100 PPM concentration for at least 30 seconds or by contacting a quaternary ammonium solution of 200 PPM concentration for at least 60 seconds.
3. Dish machine dispensed 0 ppm of Chlorine sanitizer. No active ware-washing during measurement.
[CA]: Mechanical dish machine shall be capable of dispensing 50 ppm of Chlorine.
[SA]: Conduct manual ware-wash and sanitization at 3 comp sink. Manual sanitization shall be accomplished in the final sanitizing rinse by contacting a chlorine solution of 100 PPM concentration for at least 30 seconds or by contacting a quaternary ammonium solution of 200 PPM concentration for at least 60 seconds.
1. Multiple containers of food stored directly on the floor.
[CA]: Food shall be stored at least 6 inches elevated from the floor on approved shelving that is easily cleanable (ex. Dunnage racks).
2. Open bag of bulk food at kitchen near 2 door freezer.
[CA]: All open bags of dry food shall be transferred or stored in food grade containers and covered with a fitted lid.
K48: Plan review
*REPEAT VIOLATION*
-Per routine inspections on 03/30/2022, 02/23/2023, 11/14/2024 facility's bar underwent remodel and did not obtain approval from DEH Plan Check prior to remodeling. Hand sink, 3 comp sink, dish machine, ice bin, and under counter unit observed.
-Unapproved flooring observed at the bar and the service station where the ice machine is located.
[CA]: New construction, remodeling or structural change to the food facility, removing or installing new equipment, or any significant menu change, must submit complete plans to DEH Plan Check. Plan check requirements may be at https://deh.santaclaracounty.gov/
Plan Check General and Technical Questions:
Email: dehplancheck@deh.sccgov.org
(408) 918-3400
NOTE: Continued non-compliance may subject the facility to enforcement actions and charged follow-up inspection.
Unknown Feb 6, 2025
N/A
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION
Administrative follow up regarding expired health permit. Specialist verified that health permit fees have been in paid.
No reported violations▼
Pass Feb 4, 2025
N/A
ROUTINE INSPECTION
Limited inspection in conjunction with CO0156190.
5 reported violations▼
K49: Permits available
Permit expired on 01/31/2025.
[CA]: Facility shall not be operating without a valid health permit. 48 hour notice issued to renew health permit. Failure to obtain a valid health permit may lead to enforcement actions including facility closure. Proof of payment may be sent to Specialist via email at Princess.Lagana@deh.sccgov.org
K16: Compliance with shell stock tags, condition, displayCritical
MAJOR:
Shellstock tag for mussels in the prep line cooler not provided.
[CA]: Shellstock tags must be maintained and available onsite for 90 days. Ensure all shellstock tags are kept in chronological order for 90 days after the harvest date.
[SA]: Chef provided receipt for mussels.
MINOR:
Shellstock tag for clams in the prep line cooler not attached to the container but tag was provided to Specialist.
[CA]: Ensure shellstock tags are properly stored with the container of the shellstock.
K14: Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
1. Accumulation of grime on the interior panel of the ice machine. No direct contamination of ice observed.
[CA]: Properly clean and sanitize the interior of ice machine. Food contact surface equipment shall be maintained clean at all times. Ensure ice is protected at all times during cleaning.
2. Washed and wet equipment stacked on top of each other at the ware-wash area.
[CA]: Equipment and utensils must be properly air dried after sanitizing and prior to stacking
*REPEAT VIOLATION*
Hand sink at the bar was partially blocked by a pitcher. Hand sink is also improperly located underneath the bar island corner where it is challenging to conduct proper hand washing.
[CA]: Hand sink stations shall be easily accessible and unobstructed at all times.
K29: Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Unlabeled chemical spray bottle underneath the 3 compartment sink.
[CA]: Provide a legible label for spray bottle.
Pass Nov 15, 2024
N/A
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION
Follow up inspection for routine inspection on 11/14/2024 for the following violations:
-K09 - Improper cooling methods
-K14 - Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
-K23 - No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Specialist observations:
-K09 - Improper cooling methods: not observed due to no food preparation over night. Discussed proper cooling procedures with Owner.
-K14 - Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized: CORRECTED; high temp dish machine measured 168F on dish contact surface.
-K23 - No rodents, insects, birds, or animals: CORRECTED; no evidence of vermin activity after thorough inspection of the facility. Per Owner, pest control service occurred on 11/14/2024. Another pest control service will take place on 11/21/2024.
Discussed with Owner that plans shall be submitted to DEH Plan Check by 12/14/2024 regarding unapproved bar remodeling and unapproved flooring at service station.
Any new construction, remodeling or structural change to the food facility, removing or installing new equipment, or any significant menu change, must submit complete plans to DEH Plan Check prior to initiating change. Plan check requirements may be obtained at www. https://deh.santaclaracounty.gov/. Technical questions may be addressed via phone call at 408-918-3400 (ask for Plan Check Program).
Continued non-compliance may subject the facility to enforcement actions and charged follow up inspection.
FACILITY IS APPROVED TO RE-OPEN.
No reported violations▼
Fail Nov 14, 2024
64/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
FACILITY ORDERED CLOSED due to active vermin infestation (cockroaches). Facility shall contact Specialist for a follow up inspection to reopen after all evidence of vermin and vermin activity have been removed and all impacted areas have been properly cleaned and sanitized. Facility shall not conduct food preparation and food sale until facility has obtained approval from Specialist to re-open.
Ensure facility is maintained in such a way as to prevent the entrance and harborage of vermin. Red placard posted at front window. Red Placard must be displayed until facility has been re-inspected, and cannot be removed, relocated, defaced, marred, camouflaged, or hidden so as to prevent the public from observing it.
Failure to comply may result in enforcement actions per County Ordinance Section B11-55. Subsequent follow-up inspection after first follow-up shall be billed $298/hour, minimum one hour, during normal business hours (Monday - Friday, 7:30 Am to 4:30 PM), and $645/hour, minimum two hours, during non-business hours, and upon inspector availability.
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.
Cockroach elimination guidance provided.
8 reported violations▼
K41: Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Leak at the dish machine drain pipe.
[CA]: Repair drain pipe.
K23: No rodents, insects, birds, or animalsCritical
Live cockroaches observed in the following areas:
(1) nymp cockroach underneath the dish machine
(1) adult cockroach underneath the dish machine in between cove base crevice.
(1) nymp cockroach in the women's restroom
Dead cockroaches observed in the following areas:
(1) adult cockroach on the wall at the cook line
several adult cockroaches on the floor near ice machine
Pest control receipt provided. Most recent pest control service occurred on 11/01/2024. Technician stated substantial cockroach activity at the kitchen area.
[CA]: FACILITY ORDERED CLOSED DUE TO active vermin infestation (cockroaches). Eliminate all live vermin and evidence of vermin in a safe, effective and legal manner.
1. Discontinue food preparation and put away food and utensils.
2. Clean and sanitize all areas with heavy grease buildups and old food debris throughout the facility.
3. Use safe and legal pest control measures. Facility shall make available any pest control treatment records and invoices upon re-inspection and re-open.
4. Properly clean and sanitize all food preparation surfaces and impacted areas.
5. Properly vermin proof facility by sealing visible holes and cracks that could harbor or allow entrance of
vermin.
6. Remove any stagnant water.
7. Construct, equip and maintain the food facility so as to prevent entrance and harborage of animals, birds and vermin (cockroaches, rodents and flies).
Facility shall remain closed until all vermin have been abated and county health specialist approves facility to be ready to re-open. Contact county health specialist when ready to re-open. "Notice of Closure" sign is not to be removed, hidden or relocated.
High temp machine measured at 129F. Active ware-washing observed.
[CA]: High temp dish machine must be capable of sanitizing the surface of utensils to at least 160F at all times. Discontinue use of dish machine until is able to provide 160F of contact temperature sanitization for dishes.
[SA]: 3 comp sink is available with Quat sanitizer. Manual sanitization shall be accomplished in the final sanitizing rinse by contacting a quaternary ammonium solution of 200 PPM concentration for at least 60 seconds.
Large holes/gaps underneath 3 comp sink due to cove base in disrepair.
[CA]: Repair cove base and maintain in good condition.
K48: Plan review
*REPEAT VIOLATION*
-Per routine inspections on 03/30/2022 and 02/23/2023, facility's bar underwent remodel and did not obtain approval from DEH Plan Check prior to remodeling. Hand sink, 3 comp sink, dish machine, ice bin, and under counter unit observed.
-Unapproved flooring observed at the bar and the service station where the ice machine is located.
[CA]: New construction, remodeling or structural change to the food facility, removing or installing new equipment, or any significant menu change, must submit complete plans to DEH Plan Check. Plan check requirements may be at https://deh.santaclaracounty.gov/
Technical questions may be addressed via phone call at (408) 918-3400 (ask for Plan Check Program).
NOTE: Continued non-compliance may subject the facility to enforcement actions and charged follow-up inspection.
K09: Proper cooling methodsCritical
In the walk in cooler, meat sauce measured at 77. Meat sauce was stored in deep plastic container completely secured with lid. Chef stated it was cooked last night.
[CA]: Potentially Hazardous Foods shall be cooled from 135F to 70F within 2 hours and then from 70F to 41F within 4 hours (6 hours total). Use shallow metal pans (no more than 2 inches for solid foods and no more than 4 inches for liquids), smaller portions, ice paddles and ice baths to assist with rapid cooling. When placing food in the refrigerator to cool, containers should be loosely covered or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination, to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food.
[COS]: Meat sauce was voluntarily discarded by Chef.
K21: Hot and cold water available
Maximum water temp at the prep sink and 3 comp sink measured at 117F.
[CA]: Hot water shall be supplied at a minimum temperature of at least 120°F measured from the faucet throughout facility except at handwash sinks.
Hand sink at the bar was partially blocked by utensils/dishes. Hand sink is also improperly located underneath the bar island corner where it is challenging to conduct proper hand washing.
[CA]: Hand sink stations shall be easily accessible and unobstructed at all times.
Source: Santa Clara County open data. Records are supplied as-is and may take 24–48 hours to reflect a newly published inspection.