GRADUATE PALO ALTO - LOU & HERBERT'S (1ST FLOOR)

488 UNIVERSITY AV, PALO ALTO, CA, 94301 +16508439755
Pass
96
Latest score
100%
Pass rate
3
Inspections
0
Critical violations

Location

Latest inspection

PASSED
May 29, 2026ROUTINE INSPECTION78 days ago

Inspection Timeline

May 29, 2026Latest
PassedScore: 96/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
96
Oct 22, 2025
PassedScore: 96/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
96
Dec 3, 2024
PassedScore: 86/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
86

Violations Analysis

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

Complete inspection history

3 inspections
PassLatest May 29, 2026
96/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

2 reported violations
  • K39: Thermometers provided, accurate

    Lack of thermometer for 2 door prep unit. [CA] Provide a thermometer.

  • K27: Food separated and protected

    Raw pooled eggs noted above ready to eat food items in single door unit. [CA] Store raw eggs below ready to eat foods.

Pass Oct 22, 2025
96/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

SB60 (Super Bowl) flyer provided. Director stated at the time they don't anticipate super bowl activities will be conducted outside the requirements of their current permit.

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

    Observed 2 unapproved portable induction cook top units in kitchen. This facility does not have a ventilation hood. [CA] Equipment that generates grease, steam, vapors, heat require a ventilation. All food shall be cooked in the approved ovens only.

  • K39: Thermometers provided, accurate

    Thermometers missing from 2 door prep unit and single door prep unit. [CA] Provide thermometers and locate at warmest part of the unit.

Pass Dec 3, 2024
86/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

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

    Observed fruit flies at 1st floor bar. [CA] Continue to eliminate fruit flies.

  • K29: Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

    Observed dish machine chemicals stored on shelf where clean food equipment is located. [CA] Locate chemicals in another area.

  • K19: Consumer advisory for raw or undercooked foods

    Lack of consumer advisory statement on breakfast/lunch/dinner menu for raw/undercooked food items (raw oysters, ceviche etc). [CA] Include consumer advisory statement on menu.

  • K30: Food storage: food storage containers identified

    Unlabeled dry bulk ingredient bins (flour etc) in dry storage area. [CA] Label with common name.

  • K26: Approved thawing methods used; frozen food

    Observed oysters, clams in prep sink, thawing. [CA] Thaw food under refrigeration.

  • K27: Food separated and protected

    Raw salmon above read to eat food in prep unit. [CA] Store raw salmon below ready to eat food. [COS]

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