AFRICAN CARIBBEAN FOODS & PAYRODAS MARKET

1645 S BASCOM AV # D, CAMPBELL, CA, 95008 +14083779894
Pass
88
Latest score
60%
Pass rate
5
Inspections
4
Critical violations

Location

Latest inspection

PASSED
Jan 14, 2026ROUTINE INSPECTION213 days ago

OWNERSHIP CHANGE INFORMATION NEW FACILITY NAME: AFRICAN CARIBBEAN FOODS & PAYRODAS MARKET NEW OWNER: JAMES J K PAYRODA The applicant has completed the facility evaluation application process for an Environmental Health Permit. The permit category for this facility is FP06. A 25% penalty fee shall be applied for previously operating under a different ownership. An invoice for the permit fee in the amount of $971.25 will be mailed to the billing address on the application. Payment must be submitted within 10 days of receipt of the invoice. The owner is responsible for contacting our department if an invoice is not received and remit payment within 30 days. The Environmental Health Permit will be effective: 02/01/2026 - 01/31/2027. This report serves as a temporary permit. However, the permit will be deemed invalid if the permit fee is not paid in full within 30 days from the date of this report. Okay to Operate. An official permit will be mailed to the address on file and shall be posted in public view upon receipt. *Structural Review inspection conducted on 01/14/2026 All other food employees must have valid food handler cards within 30 days from hire date. Notes: -invoices for food items such as the frozen meat pies and frozen dried fish were provided. -pest control report from Orkin for 01/09/2026 service provided. -report updated on 01/15/2026 to include correct total fee amount. Corrected report sent via email to richard_singh45@outlook.com

Inspection Timeline

Jan 14, 2026Latest
PassedScore: 88/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
88
Dec 31, 2025
Passed
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION
Dec 29, 2025
Conditional
RISK FACTOR INSPECTION
Jan 23, 2025
Passed
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION
Jan 21, 2025
ConditionalScore: 80/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
80

Violations Analysis

4
Critical Violations
2 in last 3 inspections
9
Non-Critical
13
Total Violations
Across 5 inspections

Complete inspection history

5 inspections
PassLatest Jan 14, 2026
88/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

OWNERSHIP CHANGE INFORMATION NEW FACILITY NAME: AFRICAN CARIBBEAN FOODS & PAYRODAS MARKET NEW OWNER: JAMES J K PAYRODA The applicant has completed the facility evaluation application process for an Environmental Health Permit. The permit category for this facility is FP06. A 25% penalty fee shall be applied for previously operating under a different ownership. An invoice for the permit fee in the amount of $971.25 will be mailed to the billing address on the application. Payment must be submitted within 10 days of receipt of the invoice. The owner is responsible for contacting our department if an invoice is not received and remit payment within 30 days. The Environmental Health Permit will be effective: 02/01/2026 - 01/31/2027. This report serves as a temporary permit. However, the permit will be deemed invalid if the permit fee is not paid in full within 30 days from the date of this report. Okay to Operate. An official permit will be mailed to the address on file and shall be posted in public view upon receipt. *Structural Review inspection conducted on 01/14/2026 All other food employees must have valid food handler cards within 30 days from hire date. Notes: -invoices for food items such as the frozen meat pies and frozen dried fish were provided. -pest control report from Orkin for 01/09/2026 service provided. -report updated on 01/15/2026 to include correct total fee amount. Corrected report sent via email to richard_singh45@outlook.com

5 reported violations
  • K34: Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips

    Missing testing method for sanitizer. [CA]: Provide testing method for sanitizer (ie test strips).

  • K32: Food properly labeled and honestly presented

    Missing proper labeling on multiple food products (frozen meat pies, frozen meats, etc). [CA]: Food prepackaged in a food facility shall bear a label with the following: 1) common name of the food 2) list of ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight 3) quantity of contents 4) name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor.

  • K06: Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

    At the back restroom's hand sink, single use towels were not stored within a dispenser. [CA]: Hand sink single use towels shall be stored within an approved dispenser at all times.

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

    Household grade freezers observed on sales floor. [CA]: All equipment must be certified for sanitation by ANSI accredited certification program (NSF, UL EPH, UL Sanitation, CSA Sanitation, ETL Sanitation), smooth, easily cleanable, nonabsorbent and durable

  • K13: Food in good condition, safe, unadulterated

    One tomato canned food observed with a minor dent. [CA]: Food shall be maintained in good condition at all times. Thoroughly inspect food and ensure packaging is not damaged. [COS]: Owner voluntarily discarded canned food as a precautionary action.

Pass Dec 31, 2025
N/A

FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION

Follow-up inspection to routine inspection conducted by Princess Lagana on 12/29/2025. Facility has submitted a facility evaluation packet to complete the change of ownership process. Inspection will be scheduled by Princess Lagana at a later date. All major violations noted during the routine inspection remain in compliance. K06 - All hand wash sinks are accessible and fully stocked with soap and paper towels. K23 - No evidence of cockroaches observed within the facility. Continue to work on minor violations noted during the routine inspection.

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

    Observed an unapproved propane burner installed within the food preparation area. (not in use at the time of inspection). [CA] Remove unapproved equipment. Propane burners shall not be used inside of the facility. All utensils and equipment shall be certified or classified for sanitation by an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited certification program (e.g. NSF, UL EPH, UL Sanitation, CSA Sanitation, or ETL Sanitation).

Conditional Pass Dec 29, 2025
N/A

RISK FACTOR INSPECTION

Facility is operating under a new ownership without submitting a permit application prior to operating. New owner per business license states James JK Payroda. Owner to submit a Food Facility Evaluation packet regarding change of ownership within 48 business hours. Failure to submit application may result to enforcement or closure for operating without a valid health permit. Application may be obtained online at deh.santaclaracounty.gov and may be sent via email at dehweb@deh.sccgov.org. A physical copy of the application was provided to Owner. Physical copy may be submitted at our office at 1555 Berger Dr Ste 300 San Jose CA 95112. A 25% permit penalty will apply. A follow up inspection will be conducted by 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 12/31/2025. note: invoices provided for food products. In conjunction with CO0158606.

3 reported violations
  • K13: Food in good condition, safe, unadulterated

    Several canned food items had minor dents (1 palm nut juice, 2 palm nut cream, and 1 cocktail fruit). [CA]: Food shall be maintained in good condition at all times. Thoroughly inspect food and ensure packaging is not damaged. [COS]: Owner voluntarily discarded food items as a precaution.

  • K06: Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessibleCritical

    1. At the only hand sink at the rear prep area, the basin was completely blocked by clothes. [CA]: Hand sinks must remain unobstructed at all times. Ensure all hand sinks are easily accessible to employees to facilitate proper hand washing [COS]: Owner removed clothes. 2. At the same hand sink noted above, no single use towels were provided. [CA]: All hand sink stations shall be equipped with single use towels stored in dispensers. [SA]: A roll of single use towels were provided at the hand sink. 3. At the back restroom hand sink, no soap was provided within the dispenser. [CA]: All hand sink stations shall be equipped with hand soap stored in dispensers. [COS]: Owner refilled dispenser with hand soap.

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

    1. MAJOR: One live adult cockroach observed on the back door of the facility. Per Owner, cockroach came from outside. No other evidence of vermin observed after thorough inspection. No pest control report provided. [CA]: Eliminate evidence of cockroach in a safe, effective and legal manner. Ensure food and food contact surfaces are protected from possible contamination at all times. Specialist recommends obtaining services from a licensed pest control company and to monitor for vermin activity. Seal all cracks, crevices, and gaps under any exterior doors to prevent entry and harborage of vermin. [COS]: Owner eliminated cockroach. 2. MINOR: Small flies observed at produce area. [CA]: Remove small flies using safe, approved and effective methods. Ensure food and food contact surfaces are protected at all times from possible contamination.

Pass Jan 23, 2025
N/A

FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION

Follow up inspection conducted for routine inspection on 01/21/2025 for the following violations: -K06 Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible -K07 Proper hot and cold holding temperatures -K35 Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity Specialist observations: -K06 Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible: CORRECTED; hand sinks are accessible and equipped with single use towels and hand soap. -K07 Proper hot and cold holding temperatures: not observed. -K35 Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity: CORRECTED; walk in cooler's ambient temperature measured at 38F. Facility's permit will remain as FP06. No changes required. Note: facility's permit is expiring on 02/28/2025. Ensure health permit fees are paid prior to expiration date.

No reported violations
Conditional Pass Jan 21, 2025
80/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

A follow-up inspection will be conducted on 1/23/2025. Subsequent follow-up inspections after the first follow-up shall be billed at $298/hour during normal business hours (Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM), and $645/hour during non-business hours, and upon inspector availability. Per PIC, facility repackages food from bulk containers into smaller containers/products for sale. Foods include raw meats, dried shrimp, flour, beans, and dry ingredients. Under the current permit, facility is only approved for the sale of prepackaged goods from manufacturer, and is prohibited from conducting food preparation on-site. To repackage foods on-site, facility must be approved for permit for food preparation. Specialist to follow up with permit owner regarding upgrading permit to FP09. Name of facility as posted outside is "African Food and Market Plus". Name of the facility on the permit is "African Caribbean Foods & Market Plus". Permit owner to submit a request to department to change name of the facility on permit as needed. Joint inspection with Kathy Vo. Report written by Kathy Vo.

4 reported violations
  • K06: Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessibleCritical

    Observed paper towels stored inside the only handwash sink in the food preparation area. [CA] Handwash sink shall be unobstructed and accessible at all times. [COS] Paper towels were moved away from the sink.

  • K32: Food properly labeled and honestly presented

    Observed missing or improper labeling on multiple food products (frozen meats, dried shrimp, flours). [CA] Food prepackaged in a food facility shall bear a label with the following: 1) common name of the food, 2) list of ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight, 3) quantity of contents, 4) name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor.

  • K07: Proper hot and cold holding temperaturesCritical

    In the walk-in cooler, five containers of raw cured pork tails measured at 55F. Per PIC, foods were stored in the refrigeration unit three weeks prior. The ambient temperature of the walk-in cooler measured at 59F. [CA] Potentially Hazardous Foods (PHFs) shall be held at 41F or below. [COS] Foods were voluntarily discarded. See VC&D form.

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

    The ambient temperature of the walk-in cooler measured at 59F. The display thermometer reads the temperature at 40F. [CA] Adjust/repair the walk-in cooler as needed. Discontinue use of unit until it is able to properly cold hold Potentially Hazardous Foods (PHFs) at 41F or below. Observed the use of two domestic refrigeration units in the customer aisle. Refrigeration units hold raw meats for sale. [CA] All utensils and equipment shall be certified or classified for sanitation by an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited certification program (e.g. NSF, UL EPH, UL Sanitation, CSA Sanitation, or ETL Sanitation).

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