40
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67%
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3
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6
Critical violations

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PASSED
Mar 13, 2026FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION155 days ago

Follow up inspection conducted to verify the major violations noted during the routine inspection conducted on 3/12/2026 were corrected. K32 Major. Correction verified on 3/13/2026 1. pest control invoices provided (bi-monthly pest control service scheduled). 2. no evidence of vermin. 3. all affected areas have been cleaned and sanitized. 4. structural deficiencies have been corrected. This inspection after hours inspection will be invoiced at $645.00 *Facility ok to re-open

Inspection Timeline

Mar 13, 2026Latest
Passed
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION
Mar 12, 2026
FailedScore: 40/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
40
Apr 29, 2025
PassedScore: 72/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
72

Violations Analysis

6
Critical Violations
6 in last 3 inspections
17
Non-Critical
23
Total Violations
Across 3 inspections

Complete inspection history

3 inspections
PassLatest Mar 13, 2026
N/A

FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION

Follow up inspection conducted to verify the major violations noted during the routine inspection conducted on 3/12/2026 were corrected. K32 Major. Correction verified on 3/13/2026 1. pest control invoices provided (bi-monthly pest control service scheduled). 2. no evidence of vermin. 3. all affected areas have been cleaned and sanitized. 4. structural deficiencies have been corrected. This inspection after hours inspection will be invoiced at $645.00 *Facility ok to re-open

No reported violations
Fail Mar 12, 2026
40/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

Routine inspection conducted in conjunction with CO0159122. The facility is hereby CLOSED by this department due to evidence of vermin infestation (see violation K23). 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. Complete and sign the provided re-opening checklist. 2. Obtain a copy of the latest pest control report from a licensed provider. 3. Submit the re-opening checklist and latest pest control report to district specialist (kathy.vo@deh.sccgov.org) or DEH main line (408-918-3400). Upon review, district specialist will schedule the follow-up inspection. NOTE: A period of 24 hours from this inspection shall pass before requesting a follow-up inspection. Pest control treatments may require a sufficient amount of contact time to be effective. - A follow-up inspection to verify compliance of major violations will be conducted upon facility request. The first follow-up inspection is free of charge. Subsequent follow-up inspections after the first follow-up shall be billed at $298/hour (one hour minimum) during normal business hours (Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM), and $645 (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. NOTE: Observed facility is currently operating a walk-in cooler in the outside of the facility, which used to be inside and part of the facility. As of last month, the facility has knocked down the walls and ceilings surrounding this area, and the walk-in cooler is now separated and only accessible by going outside. Per PIC, walk-in cooler was approved by Building Department in the last year. Specialist to follow up with facility regarding Plan Check submittal upon review.

14 reported violations
  • K45: Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

    Observed accumulation of food debris on the floors throughout the facility, especially underneath the cook line and 3-compartment sink. [CA] Routinely clean walls and floors in food preparation areas and maintain in good condition.

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

    1. Observed Vermin: Documented in the following areas: - 2 live adult German cockroaches in the handwash sink and 5+ live cockroaches in the crevice behind the handwash sink - 5+ live German cockroaches of various life stages on the wall by the water heater - 2 live adult German cockroaches on the wall of the storage hallway - 1 live nymph cockroach observed crawling on the wall nearby the cook line - 1 dead adult cockroach on top of a working container of rice - Numerous dead cockroaches of various life stages on the floor of the cook line and center preparation units, on shelving 2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes. 3. Supervisor Notified: Anjani Sircar 4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, Danny, 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.

  • K21: Hot and cold water available

    Measured the maximum water temperature at the preparation and 3-compartment sinks from 103-104F. [CA] Hot water shall be supplied at a minimum temperature of at least 120°F measured from the faucet throughout facility (or 100-108F at handwash stations).

  • K39: Thermometers provided, accurate

    1) Facility lacks probe thermometer for measuring internal temperatures. [CA] An accurate easily readable metal probe thermometer (accurate to +/- 2°F) that is designed to measure the temperature of thin masses shall be provided and readily available to accurately measure the temperatures of potentially hazardous foods. 2) Refrigeration units lack thermometers for monitoring temperatures. [CA] A thermometer (accurate to +/- 2°F) shall be provided and correctly located in each hot and cold holding unit containing potentially hazardous foods.

  • K05: Hands clean, properly washed; gloves used properlyCritical

    Observed multiple improper handwashing practices by employees including: - Employees handling raw beef, then handling tofu with the same pair of gloves without an intermediate handwashing step. - Employees handling soiled dishes, then handling raw crab with the same pair of gloves without an intermediate handwashing step. [CA] Employees are required to wash their hands: 1) before beginning work, 2) before handling food or clean equipment, 3) as often as necessary during food preparation to remove soil and contamination, 4) when switching from raw to ready to eat foods, 5) after touching body parts, 6) after coughing, sneezing, eating, or drinking, 7) after using the restroom, and 8) any time when contamination may occur. [COS] Specialist directed employees to properly wash hands. Contaminated food was discarded. Discussed handwashing policy with PIC.

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

    1) Observed gap between the handwash sink and the wall. [CA] Seal all gaps to prevent pest entrance and harborage. 2) Observed back door to the outside is kept propped open. [CA] The doors shall be kept closed to prevent pest entrance and harborage.

  • K09: Proper cooling methodsCritical

    Measured spicy pork and bulgogi containers stored at ambient temperatures on the preparation counter from 88-123F. Per employees, foods were cooked more than 2 hours prior to temperature measurement. [CA] After heating or hot holding, Potentially Hazardous Foods (PHFs) shall be cooled rapidly from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours. Approved cooling methods include: 1) Placing the food in shallow pans 2) Separating the food into thinner or smaller portions. 3) Using rapid cooling equipment (Ex. blast chiller) 4) Using containers that facilitate heat transfer (ex. stainless steel) 5) Adding ice as an ingredient. 6) Using ice paddles 7) Using an ice bath and stirring frequently 8) Accordance with a HACCP plan. Cooling foods shall have enough space around the containers for cold air to circulate, be loosely covered, or uncovered and stirred as frequently needed to evenly cool. [COS] Improperly cooled foods were voluntarily condemned and discarded.

  • K07: Proper hot and cold holding temperaturesCritical

    In the 2-door preparation unit (right), measured multiple Potentially Hazardous Foods including raw beef, raw pork, tofu, dairy, etc. from 57-62F. Per employees, preparation unit was stocked more than 4 hours prior to temperature measurement. [CA] Potentially Hazardous Foods shall be kept at 41F or below or 135F or above. [COS] All Potentially Hazardous Foods in the unit were voluntarily condemned and discarded during inspection.

  • K14: Food contact surfaces clean, sanitizedCritical

    Observed employees washing contaminated pots in the preparation sinks and skipping the sanitization step. [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 intervened and directed employees to rewash pots in the 3-compartment sink and mechanical dishwasher.

  • K33: Nonfood contact surfaces clean

    Observed accumulation of grime, grease, and food residue on cooking equipment, refrigeration handles, storage shelves, and other equipment throughout the facility. [CA] Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

  • K27: Food separated and protected

    In refrigeration units, observed raw meat stored over ready-to-eat produce. [CA] All food shall be separated and protected from cross-contamination. Store all raw meat or other raw products of animal origin below ready-to-eat food items.

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

    1) Measured the ambient temperature of the 2-door preparation unit on the left at 56F. Per PIC, unit has been in disrepair for about a month. [CA] Refrigeration units shall maintain foods at 41F or below. Discontinue storage of Potentially Hazardous Foods until the unit is repaired. 2) Observed refrigeration gaskets on the 2-door upright cooler are in disrepair. [CA] Repair refrigeration gaskets. Equipment shall be maintained clean and in good repair.

  • K41: Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices

    Observed active leak in the plumbing underneath the preparation sink on the right side of the kitchen. [CA] Repair leak. Plumbing fixtures shall be maintained in good repair.

  • K06: Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

    Observed soap and paper towel dispenser in the main kitchen are broken. Nearby portable bottle and roll of paper towels is available. [CA] Repair dispensers to store soap and paper towel in a sanitary condition. Handwash stations shall be fully stocked and accessible at all times.

Pass Apr 29, 2025
72/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

Routine inspection conducted in conjunction with complaint investigation: CO0156728. Observed more than 5 employees working in the kitchen during inspection. Per PIC, facility currently has 25 full-time employees. Permit category to be changed upon review.

9 reported violations
  • K05: Hands clean, properly washed; gloves used properlyCritical

    Observed employee touching soiled wiping cloth and equipment handles, then handling cooked pork with the same gloved hands. Observed multiple employees changing gloves without washing hands. [CA] Employees are required to wash their hands any time when contamination may occur. Gloves shall be properly used and changed when required. [SA] Pork will be cooled and reheated for service. Discussed handwashing and glove use policy with PIC.

  • K14: Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized

    1. Measured the chlorine sanitizing solution in the mechanical dishwasher at 0 ppm. [CA] Mechanical sanitization shall be accomplished with a chlorine sanitizing solution of 50 ppm, or as per manufacturer's specifications. [SA] Employee instructed to properly wash, rinse, and sanitize using the 3-compartment sink. 2. Observed employee was not fully submerging dishes in the sanitizing solution during active warewashing. [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. [COS] Specialist instructed employee to fully submerge floating dishes and maintain appropriate contact time.

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

    1. Observed accumulation of food debris on the floors throughout the facility, especially underneath the cook line and 3-compartment sink. [CA] Routinely clean walls and floors in food preparation areas and maintain in good condition. 2. Observed several floor tiles throughout the kitchen are uneven and cracked. [CA] Replace broken floor tiles with a smooth and of durable construction and nonabsorbent material that is easily cleanable.

  • K34: Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips

    Facility lacks appropriate sanitizing test strips for chlorine. [CA] Testing equipment and materials shall be provided to adequately measure the applicable sanitization method used during manual or mechanical warewashing.

  • K33: Nonfood contact surfaces clean

    Observed accumulation of grime, grease, and food residue on refrigeration handles, storage shelves, and other equipment throughout the facility. [CA] Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

  • K04: Proper eating, tasting, drinking, tobacco use

    Observed employee drinking from soup bowl placed on the preparation counter in kitchen. [CA] Employees shall not eat or drink in the food prep, food contact storage, or food storage areas. Provide a designated area for eating and drinking.

  • K06: Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

    At the only handwash sink in the kitchen, observed the paper towel dispenser was empty. A roll of paper towels was available nearby the sink. [CA] Handwash sink shall be supplied with soap and single use towels at all times. [COS] PIC refilled the paper towel dispenser.

  • K40: Wiping cloths: properly used, stored

    Observed multiple soiled wiping cloths stored on counters throughout the food preparation area. [CA] Wiping cloths shall be kept in an approved sanitizing solution when not in use.

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

    Observed 5+ small flies throughout the food storage area and nearby the 3-compartment sink. [CA] The premises of a food facility shall be kept free of vermin.

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