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THE VEGGIE GRILL

3055 OLIN AV # 1030, SAN JOSE, CA, 95128 +14084930777
Pass
90
Latest score
100%
Pass rate
3
Inspections
2
Critical violations

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Latest inspection

PASSED
Nov 12, 2025ROUTINE INSPECTION276 days ago

Inspection Timeline

Nov 12, 2025Latest
PassedScore: 90/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
90
Apr 3, 2025
PassedScore: 90/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
90
Nov 19, 2024
PassedScore: 86/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
86

Violations Analysis

2
Critical Violations
2 in last 3 inspections
8
Non-Critical
10
Total Violations
Across 3 inspections

Complete inspection history

3 inspections
PassLatest Nov 12, 2025
90/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

2 reported violations
  • K07: Proper hot and cold holding temperaturesCritical

    MAJOR VIOLATION: Food prep cooler across the fryer had multiple food items measured above 45F and ambient temperature was at 50F. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. [SA] When not working keep the lid down and get that unit check so it can be maintained at 41F and below. MINOR VIOLATION: Food prep table -2 had few food items measured 43F. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. [SA] Keep the lid close when not in use.

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

    Water fountain nozzle has a white build up debris. [CA] Clean the fountain nozzle area frequently.

Pass Apr 3, 2025
90/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

OWNERSHIP CHANGE INFORMATION NEW FACILITY NAME: THE VEGGIE GRILL NEW OWNER: BETTER EATING, 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 $1723.00 - $989.00 = $734.00 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: 04/01/2025 - 03/31/2026 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 04/03/2025 - Provide our office with the spec sheet for the Hot water heater for the facility located up on the roof.

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

    Opening above shelving in the dry storage area. [CA] Eliminate gap greater than 1/4" to prevent the entrance and harborage of vermin.

  • K11: Proper reheating procedures for hot holdingCritical

    Lentil was measured 100F, per PIC they heat it up to 145F. [CA] Any PHF that has been cooked, cooled, and reheated for hot holding shall be reheated to a minimum internal temperature of 165°F for 15 seconds.

Pass Nov 19, 2024
86/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

A CO0155765 complaint received on 11/15/2024 stating a worn was found in a salad. During a complaint investigation did not see any worn. Salad greens were kept at 41F and below. Facility do soak first and then was vegetables with vegetable wash before serving.

6 reported violations
  • K06: Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

    Soap pump for both hand washing sinks in the kitchen are stiff and soap is barely coming out. [CA] Properly wash hands with soap, warm water and dry using single use paper towels as required.

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

    Lack testing material for high heat dishwasher. [CA] Testing equipment and materials shall be readily available at all times.

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

    Open ceiling panels in the dry storage area. [CA] Close ceiling panels after completing work.

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

    Lack mop rack. [CA] Mop rack or other devices not made available to hang and store cleaning tools.

  • K01: Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

    Manager can't locate food handler card folder. [CA] Each food handler shall maintain a valid food handler card for the duration of his or her employment as food handler. A valid food handler card shall be provided within 30 days of after the date of hire.

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

    Front hand washing sink behind the counter is tapped and out of order. [CA] Fix repair the hand washing sink.

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