Santa Clara County, CA

Dough Burger

1476 N Milpitas Bl

Last inspected Oct 8, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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When was Dough Burger last inspected?: The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 8, 2026. The result listed by Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health was “Pass”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?: Yes: 4 violations recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?: 3 inspections on record, from Oct 11, 2024 to Oct 8, 2026.
Has Dough Burger ever been closed by the health department?: No closure appears in the 3 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Oct 11, 2024.

The Full Inspection History

3 inspections

Routine Inspection

Oct 8, 2026

Pass

4 recorded violations

minorCode K05Handwashing

Official Wording

Hands clean, properly washed; gloves used properly

Inspector’s Notes

Observed employee prepping raw meat then removed gloves and put on new gloves then went on to conduct assembling burgers. [Corrective Action] When conducting different tasks, ensure hands are properly washed before donning new gloves.

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.

Official Wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s Notes

Water at dipper well was measured at 72 degrees Fahrenheit. [Corrective Action] Maintain water at dipper well at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit.

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 issues

minorCode K45Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s Notes

Grime accumulation in the floor sink under the soda fountain. [Corrective Action] Thoroughly clean and maintain clean.

In Plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

minorCode K41Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official Wording

Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s Notes

1. Liquid waste from the drain pipe of the prep sink observed leaking out onto the floor. [Corrective Action] Re-adjust drain pipe so that liquid waste drains directly into the floor sink. 2. Observed water leak at the faucet of the 3 compartment sink. [Corrective Action] Repair to stop the leak.

In Plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Oct 8, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Jun 19, 2025

Pass

2 recorded violations

minorCode K47Permits, training, and postings

Official Wording

Signs posted; last inspection report available

Inspector’s Notes

The health permit not observed posted in public view. [Corrective Action] Post the current valid health permit in public view.

In Plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

criticalCode K06Handwashing

Official Wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s Notes

Lack of paper towels in the paper towel dispenser at the handwash sink in the restroom. [Corrective Action] Ensure paper towels are stocked in the paper towel dispenser at all times. [Corrected on Site] PIC refilled the paper towel dispenser.

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.

Oct 11, 2024

Pass

6 recorded violations

minorCode K49Permits, training, and postings

Official Wording

Permits available

Inspector’s Notes

--48 HOUR NOTICE— Our records indicate this facility is operating without a valid permit and has a delinquent account. Payment must be made immediately to DEH at the address at the top of this report or via our website at www.Ehinfo.org. A facility that submits payment of the outstanding balance within 48 hours (2 business days) of this notice will be issued and mailed an operating permit by this department. Failure to comply within 48 hours will result in facility closure and additional enforcement, including but not limited to reinspection(s) and additional cost recovery fees. 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.

In Plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

minorCode K06Handwashing

Official Wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s Notes

REPEAT VIOLATION. Observed paper towel dispenser at both handwash sinks empty. Loose paper towels were observed stored near the handwash sink. [Corrective Action] Store paper towels inside of the paper towel dispenser.

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.

Official Wording

Signs posted; last inspection report available

Inspector’s Notes

The health permit was not observed posted in public view. [Corrective Action] Post the current valid health permit in public view.

In Plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

minorCode K35Equipment and utensils

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

1. The water heater appears to be leaking. [Corrective Action] Maintain the water heater in good condition. 2. The door into the kitchen appears to be falling off of the door hinge. [Corrective Action] Repair the maintain door 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 issues

minorCode K01Permits, training, and postings

Official Wording

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s Notes

1. Food Safety Certification observed expired. [Corrective Action] Re-take and pass the FSC exam and provide the current valid Food Safety Certification. 2. Employee was not able to provide the Food Handler's Card. [Corrective Action] Ensure Food Handler's Card is readily available for review.

In Plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

minorCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official Wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s Notes

REPEAT VIOLATION. Hot water at the 3 compartment sink was measured at a maximum temperature of 113 degrees Fahrenheit. [Corrective Action] Provide hot water of at least 120 degrees Fahrenheit at the 3 compartment sink.

In Plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Oct 11, 2024 · Original Source