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AVAKAI & CO

1191 E ARQUES AV, SUNNYVALE, CA, 94085 +18582754466
Pass
80
Latest score
100%
Pass rate
2
Inspections
1
Critical violations

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PASSED
Jun 19, 2026ROUTINE INSPECTION57 days ago

NOTE: Facility has changed names but not owners. PIC stated he would send me business license to change name to Avakai & Co Will submit EAR

Inspection Timeline

Jun 19, 2026Latest
PassedScore: 80/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
80
Oct 16, 2024
PassedScore: 94/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
94

Violations Analysis

1
Critical Violations
1 in last 3 inspections
9
Non-Critical
10
Total Violations
Across 2 inspections

Complete inspection history

2 inspections
PassLatest Jun 19, 2026
80/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

NOTE: Facility has changed names but not owners. PIC stated he would send me business license to change name to Avakai & Co Will submit EAR

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

    Heavy grease build-up on ventilation hood filters. [CA] Ventilation hood filters shall be maintained clean and good repair.

  • K40: Wiping cloths: properly used, stored

    Soiled wiping cloths stored on prep surfaces. [CA] Wiping towels shall be stored in sanitizing solution of an approved concentration when not in use (100 ppm - chlorine, 200 ppm - quaternary ammonium).

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

    No test strips were available at time of inspection. [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

    Heavy food build-up in dry storage area; food accumulated on lids and shelves and floor. [CA] Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

  • K06: Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessibleCritical

    1. Handwash sink near cookline is missing paper towels and paper towel dispenser. [CA] Single-use sanitary towels shall be provided in dispensers; heated-air hand drying device may be substituted for single-use towels. [COS] Roll of paper towels was placed near sink. 2. Glass bottles inside handwash sink basin near 3-comp sink. [CA] Handwashing facility shall be clean, unobstructed, and accessible at all times.

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

    Heavy grease and food build-up on floors in food prep areas. [CA] Walls and/or floors in food preparation area shall be kept clean.

  • K30: Food storage: food storage containers identified

    Food stored on the floor in walk-in cooler. [CA] Food shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination.

Pass Oct 16, 2024
94/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

NEW FACILITY NAME: Charminar Express NEW OWNER: Minar Express Arques 1 The applicant has completed the application 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: 11/1/24 - 10/31/25. 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 10/16/24.* Plan check consultation is available Monday - Friday from 7:30am - 10:00am in person or by phone at 408/918-3400. *Obtain food safety manager certificate within 60 days. All other food employees must have valid food handler cards within 30 days from hire date. New and/or replacement food 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). Note: Operator opted to use time as a public health control (TPHC). Handout provided.

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

    1. Found broken coved base tile near mop sink. [CA] Replace broken coved base floor tiles with a smooth and of durable construction and nonabsorbent material that is easily cleanable. 2. Found ceiling panels throughout food facility with accumulated black discoloration. [CA] Clean and or replace ceiling panel.

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

    Found cold water valve off at the time of inspection. Per operator, water valve was shut off due to leaking cold water faucet. Operator already directed staff to use 1-compartment sink to use while fixture is being made. [CA] Ensure cold water valve is on at all times. [SA] Operator shall continue to use 1-compartment sink until repairs is made to cold water knob.

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

    Found 2 soiled cutting board with scratched markings accumulated with black substance on (2x) 2 door cold top/reach in units at cooks line. [CA] Surfaces of equipment shall be smooth, easily cleanable, nonabsorbent, durable, and maintained in good repair.

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