Routine Inspection
Oct 8, 2026
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
5 recorded violations
Official Wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s Notes
No paper towels available in hand wash sink across from the beer taps. One handwash sink missing soap. [CA] Paper towels shall be made available at all hand wash sinks at all times. [COS] Person in charge restocked the dispenser with paper towels.
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
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Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s Notes
Cheese sauce measured to be 104F in warmer on countertop. Warmer measured to be set at 6. [CA] Ensure cheese sauce is held at 135F and above. [COS] Cheese sauce was discarded
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureOfficial Wording
No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Inspector’s Notes
1. Observed Vermin: Documented in the following areas: Numerous live cockroaches of varying life stages found on the coving behind the prep cooler. One live cockroach and two dead cockroaches found on the floor underneath the three compartment sink. THree dead cockroaches found on the floor underneath the prep cooler. 2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes. 3. Supervisor Notified: Elizabeth T. 4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, Gabriela Montoya Pang, 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.
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial Wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s Notes
Personal drink found in walk in cooler next to ingredients intended to be used for food prep. [CA] Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be provided and used for the orderly storage of employee clothing and other possessions, including food and drinks.
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial Wording
Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s Notes
1) Dishes observed to be stored drying in prep sink. Soap and paper towels observed over prep sink [CA] Keep prep sink clear for food prep only. Facility may use first dirty compartment of 3-comp sink as a handwash station. 2) 1 door under counter freezer measured to have cheese cake at 40F. [CA] Ensure freezer is in good condition.
In Plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Oct 8, 2026 · Original Source