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CAFE ROSALENA

1077 THE ALAMEDA, SAN JOSE, CA, 95126 +14082872400
Pass
91
Latest score
100%
Pass rate
3
Inspections
0
Critical violations

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PASSED
Apr 16, 2026ROUTINE INSPECTION121 days ago

OWNERSHIP CHANGE INFORMATION NEW FACILITY NAME: Cafe Rosalena NEW OWNER: Rosie's Inc The applicant has completed the facility evaluation application process for an Environmental Health Permit. The permit category for this facility is FP14. An invoice for the permit fee in the amount of $2478.00 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: 5/01/2026 - 4/30/2027 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 4/16/2026 *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.

Inspection Timeline

Apr 16, 2026Latest
PassedScore: 91/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
91
Aug 13, 2025
PassedScore: 94/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
94
Dec 20, 2024
PassedScore: 90/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
90

Violations Analysis

0
Critical Violations
10
Non-Critical
10
Total Violations
Across 3 inspections

Complete inspection history

3 inspections
PassLatest Apr 16, 2026
91/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

OWNERSHIP CHANGE INFORMATION NEW FACILITY NAME: Cafe Rosalena NEW OWNER: Rosie's Inc The applicant has completed the facility evaluation application process for an Environmental Health Permit. The permit category for this facility is FP14. An invoice for the permit fee in the amount of $2478.00 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: 5/01/2026 - 4/30/2027 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 4/16/2026 *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.

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

    Portions of the floor in kitchen show signs of deterioration. [CA] The floor surfaces shall be smooth, of durable construction, and of nonabsorbent material that is easily cleanable.

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

    Lack of atmospheric vacuum breaker at janitorial sink near restroom. [CA] The potable water supply shall be protected with a backflow or back siphonage protection device.

  • K07: Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

    cooked sausage located in stacked insert (preparation refrigerator) measured >41F,<135F. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above.

  • K33: Nonfood contact surfaces clean

    Dust/debris buildup on wall and ceiling above cookline. [CA] Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

Pass Aug 13, 2025
94/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

The following was discussed with the operator: All food contact surfaces of utensils and equipment shall be sanitized as required. Manual sanitization shall be accomplished by one of the following Contact with 100ppm chlorine solution for 30 seconds, Contact with 25ppm iodine solution for 1 minute, Contact with 200ppm quaternary ammonia solution for 1 minute, Contact with water of at least 171°F for 30 seconds. Hot water shall be supplied at a minimum temperature of 120°F measured from the warewashing sink faucet. Handwashing facilities shall be equipped to provide warm water (100°F) under pressure for a minimum of 15 seconds through a mixing valve or combination faucet. If the temperature of water provided t o a handwashing sink is not readily adjustable at the faucet, the temperature of the water shall be at least 100°F, but not greater than 108°F.

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

    FSC is not available for review at time of inspection.[CA] 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.

  • K06: Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

    Hand wash sink at cook line is obstructed by stored item. 2nd hand wash sink near restroom is obstructed by preparation table. [CA] Handwashing facility shall be clean, unobstructed, and accessible at all times.

Pass Dec 20, 2024
90/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

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

    Cleaner in spray bottle stored with bulk containers of food. [CA] Store chemicals separate and away from the storage and preparation of food or food contact surfaces and linens.

  • K21: Hot and cold water available

    Water reached a maximum of 106F at 3 compartment sink. [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.

  • K43: Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

    Door to the restroom in rear room propped open. [CA] Toilet rooms shall be separated by well-fitted, self-closing doors that prevent the passage of flies, dust, or odors.

  • K01: Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

    FSC has expired. 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.

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