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Santa Clara County, CA

Fruitdale Liquors

2169 Fruitdale Av

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

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When was Fruitdale Liquors 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: 3 violations recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
2 inspections on record, from Sep 10, 2025 to Oct 8, 2026.
Has Fruitdale Liquors ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 2 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Sep 10, 2025.

The Full Inspection History

2 inspections

Routine Inspection

Oct 8, 2026

Pass

3 recorded violations

minorCode K44Pests

Official Wording

Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing

Inspector’s Notes

Restroom door lack self-closing device. [CA] Install self-closing device to ensure entrance door self-closed properly. Mop was left in a bucket. [CA] Mop rack or other devices not made available to hang and store cleaning tools.

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 insects
minorCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official Wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s Notes

Hot running water was measured 115F at the mop sink. [CA] Hot water shall be supplied at a minimum temperature of at least 120°F measured from the faucet throughout facility except at handwash sinks.

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
minorCode K30Other

Official Wording

Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s Notes

Drink holding shelve inside the walk in cooler has a mold like debris. [CA] Replace or clean the drink holding shelves. Cardboard in use to line floor inside the walk in cooler. [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.

In Plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

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

Routine Inspection

Sep 10, 2025

Pass

4 recorded violations

minorCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official Wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s Notes

HOT RUNNING WATER WAS MEASURED 107 F. [CA] Hot water shall be supplied at a minimum temperature of at least 120°F measured from the faucet throughout facility except at handwash sinks.

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
minorCode K32Food source and labeling

Official Wording

Food properly labeled and honestly presented

Inspector’s Notes

LACK LABEL FOR BAG OF ICE PREPACKAGED IN A FOOD FACILITY. [CA] Food prepackaged in a food facility shall bear a label with the following: 1) name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor and , 2 quantity of contents.

In Plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
minorCode K36Equipment and utensils

Official Wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s Notes

WALK IN COOLER LINE CARDBOARDS UNDER SHELVES ON FLOOR FOR STORING CARTONS ON IT. [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.

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 K44Pests

Official Wording

Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing

Inspector’s Notes

RESTROOM DOOR LACK SELF-CLOSURE. [CA] Restroom door shall be self-closing and equipped with a self closing device. LACK MOP RACK AND DIRTY MOP WATER WAS LEFT IN A BUCKET. [CA] After use, mops water shall be dispose of in a janitorial sink and mop shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies. Provide mop rack for hanging mop.

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 insects

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Sep 10, 2025 · Original Source

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