BURGER KING-SPARKS ENTERPRISES I

1030 MCLAUGHLIN AV, SAN JOSE, CA, 95122
Pass
90
Latest score
33%
Pass rate
3
Inspections
2
Critical violations

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PASSED
Nov 7, 2025FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION281 days ago

FOLLOW UP INSPECTION FROM 11/5/25 AND 11/6/25 IN WHICH LIVE AND DYING COCKROACHES WERE OBSERVED IN DIFFERENT PARTS IN THE KITCHEN AND FOOD PREPARATION AREAS. FINDINGS: FOUND NO EVIDENCE OF LIVE OR DEAD COCKROACHES IN THE FACILITY. OK TO RE-OPEN. 1. WORKSHEET HAS BEEN RECEIVED FROM PERSON IN CHARGE. 2. A REPORT FROM A LICENSED PEST CONTROL COMPANY HAS BEEN RECEIVED AND REVIEWED. 3. ALL SANITATION AND FOOD SAFETY ITEMS ON THE WORKSHEET HAVE BEEN VERIFIED AND COMPLETED. 4. ALL PREVENTION MEASURES ON WORKSHEET HAVE BEEN VERIFIED AS COMPLETED. NOTE: THIS RE-INSPECTION WILL BE CHARGED A MINIMUM OF 1 HR.

Inspection Timeline

Nov 7, 2025Latest
Passed
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION
Nov 6, 2025
Failed
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION
Nov 5, 2025
FailedScore: 90/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
90

Violations Analysis

2
Critical Violations
2 in last 3 inspections
1
Non-Critical
3
Total Violations
Across 3 inspections

Complete inspection history

3 inspections
PassLatest Nov 7, 2025
N/A

FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION

FOLLOW UP INSPECTION FROM 11/5/25 AND 11/6/25 IN WHICH LIVE AND DYING COCKROACHES WERE OBSERVED IN DIFFERENT PARTS IN THE KITCHEN AND FOOD PREPARATION AREAS. FINDINGS: FOUND NO EVIDENCE OF LIVE OR DEAD COCKROACHES IN THE FACILITY. OK TO RE-OPEN. 1. WORKSHEET HAS BEEN RECEIVED FROM PERSON IN CHARGE. 2. A REPORT FROM A LICENSED PEST CONTROL COMPANY HAS BEEN RECEIVED AND REVIEWED. 3. ALL SANITATION AND FOOD SAFETY ITEMS ON THE WORKSHEET HAVE BEEN VERIFIED AND COMPLETED. 4. ALL PREVENTION MEASURES ON WORKSHEET HAVE BEEN VERIFIED AS COMPLETED. NOTE: THIS RE-INSPECTION WILL BE CHARGED A MINIMUM OF 1 HR.

No reported violations
Fail Nov 6, 2025
N/A

FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION

- On-site for operator scheduled follow-up inspection after facility was closed due to evidence of a vermin infestation. - Facility shall remain closed until vermin infestation is completely abated and authorization is provided by this Division. - Subsequent follow-up inspection shall be billed at $298/hour, minimum one hour, during normal business hour, Monday - Friday 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, and $645 for a minimum of two hours, during non-business hours, and upon inspector availability. - The posted placard is property of the Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health and shall not be removed, covered-up, relocated, tampered, or copied red placard. Failure to comply may result in enforcement actions per County Ordinance Code Section B11-55. - Facility shall: - Provide pest control report from a licensed pest control company that indicates the type of control measures taken and that the facility has been treated. - Eradicate all live and dead rodents and insects from the facility. - Clean and sanitize the affected area(s) and equipment. - Dispose of all food items that have been adulterated/contaminated. - Seal holes (e.g. in walls and ceilings, repair coved base), and entryways (e.g. weather-stripping around doors); keep exterior doors closed; screen openable windows. - Eliminate harborage inside and outside of the facility - remove unused/cast-off equipment, contributory vegetation, etc.) - Eliminate food and water sources inside and outside the facility. - Properly store items (e.g. at least 6 inches above floor in sealed rodent-proof/insect-proof containers; organize overly packed and disorganized storage areas). - Properly store and dispose of garbage and other waste (e.g. bagged wastes, keep dumpster lids closed, frequent removal).

1 reported violation
  • K23: No rodents, insects, birds, or animalsCritical

    Observed Vermin: - 1 live juvenile observed below the vegetable preparation sink. - 1 egg sac observed between the ice machine and the vegetable wash sink. - 1 live juvenile observed crawling out from the one-door reach-in freezer across from the deep fryers. - 1 dead cockroach observed on floor below the table at the first drive through window. - Accumulation of cockroach feces and numerous crevices observed on the FRP below the front counter on the kitchen side. [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.

Fail Nov 5, 2025
90/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

- Facility is hereby closed due to evidence of a vermin infestation. - Facility is to immediately cease and desist all operations. - Facility is prohibited from all food service activities which include, but not limited to: preparation, service, handling, distribution, and sale. - Facility shall remain closed until vermin infestation is completely abated and authorization is provided by this Division. - Facility shall: - Provide pest control report from a licensed pest control company that indicates the type of control measures taken and that the facility has been treated. - Eradicate all live and dead rodents and insects from the facility. - Clean and sanitize the affected area(s) and equipment. - Dispose of all food items that have been adulterated/contaminated. - Seal holes (e.g. in walls and ceilings, repair coved base), and entryways (e.g. weather-stripping around doors); keep exterior doors closed; screen openable windows. - Eliminate harborage inside and outside of the facility - remove unused/cast-off equipment, contributory vegetation, etc.) - Eliminate food and water sources inside and outside the facility. - Properly store items (e.g. at least 6 inches above floor in sealed rodent-proof/insect-proof containers; organize overly packed and disorganized storage areas). - Properly store and dispose of garbage and other waste (e.g. bagged wastes, keep dumpster lids closed, frequent removal). - 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 for a minimum of two hours, during non-business hours, and upon inspector availability. - The posted placard is property of the Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health and shall not be removed, covered-up, relocated, tampered, or copied. Failure to comply may result in enforcement actions per County Ordinance Code Section B11-55. - 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. ** Please note that pest control treatments for rodents or insects may require a sufficient amount of contact time for these to be effective. Consult with pest control company for guidelines on eliminating harborage, entryways, and food/water sources.

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

    Observed one refrigerator by the first drive through window inoperable/not in use. [CA] The premises of a food facility shall be free of litter and items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the facility, such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used.

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

    1. Observed Vermin: - 1 live German cockroach nymph observed on wall next to the hand wash sink. - 1 dying adult cockroach observed on floor underneath the vegetable wash sink. - 1 live nymph observed in the top right crevice against the wall of the vegetable wash sink. - 1 live cockroach observed in-between the inner right corner horizontal members and the sink basin of the vegetable wash sink. 2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes. 3. Supervisor M. Huato was notified of the closure. 4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, Kiet, 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.

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