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VANDE BHARAT

127 DIXON RD, MILPITAS, CA, 95035 +140083292786
Pass
88
Latest score
80%
Pass rate
5
Inspections
3
Critical violations

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PASSED
Jan 29, 2026ROUTINE INSPECTION198 days ago

Observed a stop order notice posted on the adjacent facility 131 Dixon Road from the Milpitas Buildings Department. Per operator, the original permit for the facility is for a video store. Observed a case of water, plastic chairs and cambros stored in the facility. Operator requested facility floor plans.

Inspection Timeline

Jan 29, 2026Latest
PassedScore: 88/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
88
Aug 6, 2025
PassedScore: 81/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
81
Jan 17, 2025
PassedScore: 80/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
80
Sep 25, 2024
Passed
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION
Sep 20, 2024
Failed
ROUTINE INSPECTION

Violations Analysis

3
Critical Violations
2 in last 3 inspections
18
Non-Critical
21
Total Violations
Across 5 inspections

Complete inspection history

5 inspections
PassLatest Jan 29, 2026
88/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

Observed a stop order notice posted on the adjacent facility 131 Dixon Road from the Milpitas Buildings Department. Per operator, the original permit for the facility is for a video store. Observed a case of water, plastic chairs and cambros stored in the facility. Operator requested facility floor plans.

3 reported violations
  • K29: Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

    Chemicals for the dishwasher are stored in canola oil containers. [Corrective Action] Label the containers.

  • K36: Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

    1. Bowls used as scoops in the bulk foods container. [Corrective Action] Use scoops with a handle. 2. Observed handle of scoop submerged in the flour in the bulk foods container. [Corrective Action] Store scoops so that it does not touch food.

  • K14: Food contact surfaces clean, sanitizedCritical

    Chlorine sanitizer in the dishwasher was measured at 0 ppm. There was active warewashing at the time of inspection. [Corrective Action] Ensure chlorine sanitizer is maintained at 50 ppm in the dishwasher. [Suitable Alternative] Sanitize utensils in the 3 compartment sink with 100 ppm chlorine sanitizer.

Pass Aug 6, 2025
81/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

8 reported violations
  • K36: Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

    Milk jugs in the 3 door upright cooler was observed re-used to store other liquid drinks. [Corrective Action] Discontinue re-using milk jugs. Use a container that is able to be properly washed and sanitized.

  • K33: Nonfood contact surfaces clean

    Heavy grease accumulation observed between the stove and the deep fryer. [Corrective Action] Thoroughly clean and maintain clean.

  • K38: Adequate ventilation/lighting; designated areas, use

    One of the ceiling lights in the kitchen is not working. [Corrective Action] Repair or replace the ceiling light.

  • K14: Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized

    Chlorine sanitizer concentration in the dishwasher was measured at 0 ppm. No active warewashing at the time of inspection. [Corrective Action] Ensure chlorine sanitizer concentration is maintained at 50 ppm.

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

    Heavy grease accumulation observed on the floor under the cooking equipments. [Corrective Action] Thoroughly clean and maintain clean.

  • K01: Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

    Lack of managerial Food Safety Certificate. [Corrective Action] Food facilities that prepare, handle, or serve non-prepackaged potentially hazard foods shall have a valid Food Safety Certificate available for review at all times.

  • K49: Permits available

    Foods observed stored in the adjacent unpermitted space at 131 E. Dixon Road. [Corrective Action] No foods shall be stored in the unpermitted space. Obtain permit to use space to store foods.

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

    1. Flies observed in the facility. [Corrective Action] Eliminate flies using safe methods. 2. Dead cockroaches observed on monitoring traps. [Corrective Action] Replace monitoring traps.

Pass Jan 17, 2025
80/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

6 reported violations
  • K01: Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

    1. Food Safety Certificate not available for review. [Corrective Action] Food Safety Certificate shall be readily available for review. 2. Some employees do not have their Food Handler's Card. [Corrective Action] Obtain the Food Handler's Card.

  • K14: Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized

    Chlorine sanitizer concentration in the dishwasher was measured at 0 ppm. [Corrective Action] Maintain chlorine sanitizer concentration at 50 ppm in the dishwasher. Use the 3 compartment sink to sanitize utensils with chlorine sanitizer concentration of 100 ppm.

  • K47: Signs posted; last inspection report available

    The health permit not observed posted in public view. [Corrective Action] Post the current and valid health permit in public view.

  • K06: Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessibleCritical

    1. MAJOR. The handwashing sink in the kitchen observed completely blocked by the work table. [Corrective Action] The handwashing sink shall be easily accessible at all times. [Corrected on Site] Employees moved the work table. 2. Lack of paper towels in the paper towel dispenser at the handwash sinks at the service area and in the kitchen. Loose roll of paper towels available nearby. [Corrective Action] Ensure the paper towel dispenser is stocked with paper towels at all times.

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

    Facility lack chlorine test strips. [Corrective Action] Provide chlorine test strips and monitor chlorine sanitizer concentration daily.

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

    Observed the back screen door left open. [Corrective Action] Ensure back door or screen door is closed to prevent entry of pest.

Pass Sep 25, 2024
N/A

FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION

A follow-up inspection was conducted to verify major violation from limited inspection on 09/20/2024 for a Change of Ownership is in compliance. K23: No live or dead cockroaches observed in the facility. Per operator, the adjoined space will only be used for an office space, storage of non-food products and possibly a waiting area. OWNERSHIP CHANGE INFORMATION NEW FACILITY NAME: VANDE BHARAT NEW OWNER: RARR LLC The applicant has completed the facility evaluation application process for an Environmental Health Permit. The permit category for this facility is FP11. An invoice for the permit fee in the amount of $1,580.00 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: 10/01/2024 - 09/30/2025 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 09/20/2024. *Permit condition: none. *Obtain food safety manager certificate within 60 days. All other food employees must have valid food handler cards within 30 days from hire date.

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

    Observed old rat droppings under the water heater. [Corrective Action] Clean and sanitize areas of old rodent droppings.

Fail Sep 20, 2024
N/A

ROUTINE INSPECTION

A limited inspection was conducted in conjunction with a structural review for a Change of Ownership. Temporary permit not issued due to observing live cockroaches in the facility. Secondary space next door will be used as a waiting room and storage for items such as paper towels, toilet paper, to-go boxes, chemical storage.

3 reported violations
  • K14: Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized

    Chlorine sanitizer in the dishwasher was measured at 0 ppm. Observed lack of chlorine bottle. [Corrective Action] Ensure chlorine concentration is maintained at 50 ppm.

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

    Observed live cockroaches in the 3 door upright cooler and on the wall at the service area. [Corrective Action] The food facility shall be free of pests. Temporary permit not issued do to this violation.

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

    1. Gaps between cove base and wall at the cookline. [Corrective Action] Seal all gaps. 2. Large hole at the cove base at the wooden work table. [Corrective Action] Repair cove base. 3. Metal strip wrapped around the stair case observed protruding from the floor tiles. [Corrective Action] Repair or replace the metal strip.

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