80
Latest score
100%
Pass rate
2
Inspections
2
Critical violations

Location

Latest inspection

PASSED
May 16, 2025ROUTINE INSPECTION456 days ago

Inspection Timeline

May 16, 2025Latest
PassedScore: 80/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
80
May 8, 2025
Passed
ROUTINE INSPECTION

Violations Analysis

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

Complete inspection history

2 inspections
PassLatest May 16, 2025
80/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

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

    Major: 1. Measured the following PHFs holding between 92F - 96F in 3 slot warmer unit near cooks line: hollandaise sauce, country gravy & ranchero sauce. Per operator, having issue with warmer unit. 2. Measured container of sausage holding at 124 in 2 door warmer near cooks line. 3. Measured container of pooled eggs holding at 52F in 3 door cold top (L) near cooks line. Per operator, PHFS placed in unit less than 4 hours. [CA] Maintain all hot PHFs held at or above 135F. [COS] Operator reheated PHFs to 165F. Operator directed to relocate PHFs to another refrigeration unit. [SA] Operator opted to use time as a public health control (TPHC) for PHFs at cooks line. Minor: 1. Measured container of red potatoes holding at 132F in 2 door warmer unit near cooks line. 2. Measured the following PHFs holding between 44F - 45F: sausage, tuna and salmon. Per operator, PHFs placed in unit for less than 4 hours. [CA] Maintain all cold PHFs held at or below 41F or hot held at or above 135F.

  • K09: Proper cooling methods

    Found a container of sopa cooling in walk-in-cooler. Observed plastic wrap fully covering containers. [CA] When cooling PHF's, food may be left uncovered or loosely covered to allow rapid cooling. [COS] Operator slight opened up plastic wrap to allow proper cooling.

  • K27: Food separated and protected

    Found container of shredded potatoes stored below raw chicken in 4 door under drawer at cooks line. [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.

  • K06: Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

    Found paper towel stored outside of mounted dispenser at hand wash station located at warewash area. [CA] Single-use sanitary towels shall be provided in dispensers.

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

    Found light bulb in walk-in-freezer inoperable. [CA] Replace light bulb. Ensure adequate lighting provided.

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

    1. Found a leaking faucet at pre-wash sink (middle section). [CA] Repair leak. 2. Found missing atmospheric pressure valve at mop sink. Observed a white pipe connecting to faucet where a leak is occuring. [CA] Install approved atmospheric pressure valve device.

Pass May 8, 2025
N/A

ROUTINE INSPECTION

NEW FACILITY NAME: Garden's Gate Cafe NEW OWNER: Garden's Gate Cafe, INC The applicant has completed the application for an Environmental Health Permit The permit category for this facility is FP13. An invoice for the permit fee in the amount of $1,148.00 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: 6/1/25 - 5/31/26. 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 5/8/25.* Plan check consultation is available Monday - Friday from 7:30am - 10:00am in person or by phone at 408/918-3400. *All other food employees must have valid food handler cards within 30 days from hire date. Elizabeth Lombera - 3/19/29 A routine inspection shall be conducted within 30 days.

4 reported violations
  • K23: No rodents, insects, birds, or animals

    Found DEAD cockroaches in the following areas: in cabinet at bar and on right hand side of 2 door upright cooler. [CA] Eliminate all evidence of DEAD cockroach. Clean and sanitize all effected areas. Continue to provide approved pest control services.

  • K06: Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessibleCritical

    1. Lacking single use paper towels at ONLY hand wash station in warewash area and server station. [CA] [CA] Single-use sanitary towels shall be provided in dispensers. [COS] Operator directed to restock paper towels. 2. Lacking soap at the ONLY hand wash station at server station. [CA] Provide handwashing cleanser in dispenser at handwash stations at all times. [COS] Operator directed to provide soap.

  • K21: Hot and cold water available

    Measured water temperature holding at 111F at hand wash station in men's restroom. Hand wash station is under sensor system. [CA] Provide an adequate, pressurized potable supply of warm water to be held between 100F - 108F. [COS] Final reading at 108F.

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

    1. Found leaking faucet at 3-compartment sink in bar area (middle section) when water knob is off. [CA] Secure leak. 2. Found missing atmospheric pressure valve at mop sink. Observed a white pipe connecting to faucet where a leak is occuring. [CA] Install approved atmospheric pressure valve faucet.

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