On site for second follow up inspection. No signs of dead or live activity of rodents or roaches. Facility provided pest control report and checklist. No observa mmmmmmmmmmmmm ,tions of holes or gaps in the facility. Ensure professional pest control services are obtained to eliminate any vermin activity. Do not use household sprays for vermin. Facility is ok to reopen. This is a charged inspection.
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION
On site for second follow up inspection. No signs of dead or live activity of rodents or roaches. Facility provided pest control report and checklist. No observa mmmmmmmmmmmmm ,tions of holes or gaps in the facility. Ensure professional pest control services are obtained to eliminate any vermin activity. Do not use household sprays for vermin. Facility is ok to reopen. This is a charged inspection.
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION
Follow up inspection for closure on 06/24/2025 and 12/24/2025 regarding vermin infestation. Specialist observed continued vermin activities (rodent droppings and 2 live cockroaches) in the facility. FACILITY SHALL REMAIN CLOSED. Facility is prohibited from all food service activities which include, but not limited to: preparation, service, handling, distribution, and sale. - Facility shall remain closed until vermin infestation is completely abated and authorization is provided by this Division. Facility shall: - Provide pest control report from a licensed pest control company that indicates the type of control measures taken and that the facility has been treated. - Eradicate all live and dead rodents and insects from the facility. - Clean and sanitize the affected area(s) and equipment. - Dispose of all food items that have been adulterated/contaminated. - Seal holes (e.g. in walls and ceilings, repair coved base), and entryways (e.g. weather-stripping around doors); keep exterior doors closed; screen openable windows. - Eliminate harborage inside and outside of the facility - remove unused/cast-off equipment, contributory vegetation, etc.) - Eliminate food and water sources inside and outside the facility. - Properly store items (e.g. at least 6 inches above floor in sealed rodent-proof/insect-proof containers; organize overly packed and disorganized storage areas). - Properly store and dispose of garbage and other waste (e.g. bagged wastes, keep dumpster lids closed, frequent removal). - Facility is to remain closed until vermin infestation is completely abated. - This is the facility's second follow up inspection. This inspection and subsequent inspections shall be billed at $298/hour, minimum one hour, during normal business hour, Monday - Friday 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, and $645 for a minimum two hours, during non-business hours, and upon inspector availability. -Contact DEH main line at (408) 918-3400 or via email at DEHWEB@deh.sccgov.org to schedule a follow up inspection. - The posted placard is property of the Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health and shall not be removed, covered-up, relocated, tampered, or copied red placard. Failure to comply may result in enforcement actions per County Ordinance Code Section B11-55. ** Please note that pest control treatments for rodents or insects may require a sufficient amount of contact time for these to be effective. Consult with pest control company for guidelines on eliminating harborage, entryways, and food/water sources.
Rodent droppings observed in the following areas: -1 on floor near chest freezer -2 underneath prep top table near prep line cooler -20+ within the unused display case unit -2 on floor underneath cashier -1 underneath steam table -10+ within dry storage room urine stains observed on cove base within dry storage room. Two live cockroaches observed within the dry storage room (one on floor and one on ceiling panel). Photographs taken. Person in charge, Sandip, notified of closure. Supervising Environmental Health Specialist Jessica Z., notified of closure. [CA]: A facility cannot operate if there is a vermin infestation that leads to contamination of food contact surfaces, packaging, utensils, food equipment, or adulteration of food. The facility is required to cease operations immediately and must remain closed until all corrective actions on the provided checklist are completed. Requirements Before Reopening: 1. Email the signed and completed Reopening Checklist to the assigned inspector. 2. Submit a copy of the pest control report from a licensed provider.
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION
On site for follow up inspection. Facility was closed due to rodent infestation on 6/24/25. Facility shall continue to remain closed until the area of old droppings is clean and sanitized. Contact district specialist Sukhreet Kaur (408) 918-3460 or sukhreet.kaur@deh.sccgov.org when ready for reopening. 2nd follow up inspection will be charged inspection. Report emailed to tusharkothalkar@gmail.com
Observed gaps at the bottom of the back door. [CA] Eliminate gap greater than 1/4" to prevent the entrance and harborage of vermin.
1. Observed Vermin: Documented in the following areas: Rodent droppings: 7 droppings on black container with yellow lid 4 droppings behind ice cream/sweets freezer towards right side of main door 2-4 droppings on floor under prep unit on wooden floor 2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes. 3. Supervisor Notified 4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, Sandip, has been informed that the facility must close immediately. [CA]: The premises of each food facility must be maintained free of vermin. A facility cannot operate if there is a vermin infestation that leads to contamination of food contact surfaces, packaging, utensils, food equipment, or adulteration of food. The facility is required to cease operations immediately and must remain closed until all corrective actions on the provided checklist are completed. Requirements Before Reopening: 1. Email the signed and completed Reopening Checklist to the assigned inspector. 2. Submit a copy of the pest control report from a licensed provider.
ROUTINE INSPECTION
Facility shall cease and deist all food operations. Facility is closed due to rodent infestation. Food facility shall remain closed and complete the following requirements before reopening: 1. Email the signed and completed Reopening Checklist to the assigned inspector. 2. Submit a copy of the pest control report from a licensed provider Ensure the facility is cleaned and sanitized and there is no evidence of rodent droppings or cockroaches in the facility. All the affected equipment shall be cleaned and sanitized. Any adulterated or contaminated food shall be discarded. Any open holes or gaps shall be sealed. Contact district specialist Sukhreet Kaur at (408) 918-3460 or sukhreet.kaur@deh.sccgov.org to schedule re inspection once the above requirements are completed. Facility shall provide new menu and plan check application for new equipment for approval prior to use. If facility is planning to change ownership, submit for a change of ownership. - Subsequent follow-up inspection after first follow-up shall be billed $298/hour, minimum one hour, during normal business hours (Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM), and $645/hour, minimum two hours, during non-business hours, and upon inspector availability. - The posted placard is property of the Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health and shall not be removed, covered-up, relocated, tampered, or copied. Failure to comply may result in enforcement actions per County Ordinance Code Section B11-55. - A facility found to be in continued operation without a permit may incur a penalty of three (3) times the operating permit fee, and fee(s) for re-inspection(s) charged at the current hourly rate approved by the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors. Penalties and fees incurred due to enforcement activities must be paid in full prior to the issuance of an operating permit
Accumulation of black grime, food debris and dirt on floors throughout the facility, warewash area. Observed accumulation of grime and grease on walls and floor sink in warewash room. [CA] Walls and/or floors in food preparation area shall be kept clean. Clean the floor sink. Observed holes in ceiling in prep and lobby area, observed a big hole in hallway leading to the back of the facility. [CA] Repair holes in structure and maintain in good repair to prevent pest harborage.
Observed use of cardboard boxes as shelf liner in storage areas. [CA] Discontinue the use of cardboard boxes to line shelves/flooring, use approved equipment made of materials that is easily cleanable, durable, smooth, and nonabsorbent.
Observed new equipment in the facility for boba and indian tea. Per employee and owner (on call), the equipment is not used yet and will be used next month. Prep area seems to be extending from the past inspection visits. The area is extending into what was originally customer lobby. The floors and ceilings are not approved for food prep. The facility was originally approved [CA] Cease and desist all operations, until final plan check approval has been received from this department. A person proposing to build or remodel a food facility shall submit plans and specifications for review and shall receive plan approval prior to starting any new construction or remodeling. Contact DEH at 408-918-3400 or at www.ehinfo.org to obtain plan check requirements.
1. Observed Vermin: Documented in the following areas: Rodent droppings observed in the following areas: - 100 + rodent droppings in small storage room. - On food containers in prep area - On shelves next to small food containers in prep area. - On ground around boxes and food boxes on floor leading up to the restroom - warewash room next to floor sink - 2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes. 3. Supervisor Notified 4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, Rupinder and Tushar, has been informed that the facility must close immediately. [CA]: The premises of each food facility must be maintained free of vermin. A facility cannot operate if there is a vermin infestation that leads to contamination of food contact surfaces, packaging, utensils, food equipment, or adulteration of food. The facility is required to cease operations immediately and must remain closed until all corrective actions on the provided checklist are completed. Requirements Before Reopening: 1. Email the signed and completed Reopening Checklist to the assigned inspector. 2. Submit a copy of the pest control report from a licensed provider. Observed numerous flies in warewash room. [CA] Food facility shall be kept free of non-disease carrying insects, weevils, ants, gnats, and fruit flies.
Observed multiple food boxes stored on floor throughout the facility. [CA] Food shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination.
Source: Santa Clara County open data. Records are supplied as-is and may take 24–48 hours to reflect a newly published inspection.