Santa Clara County, CA

IHOP #3294

765 E Calaveras Bl

Last inspected Oct 7, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Quick Answers

When was IHOP #3294 last inspected?: The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 7, 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?: 5 inspections on record, from Nov 13, 2024 to Oct 7, 2026.
Has IHOP #3294 ever been closed by the health department?: No closure appears in the 5 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Nov 13, 2024.

The Full Inspection History

5 inspections

Routine Inspection

Oct 7, 2026

Pass

3 recorded violations

minorCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official Wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s Notes

Handsinks at the corners of the front prep area measured 90F after running for 3 minutes. [CA] Handsinks shall reach a minimum temp of 100F in order to effectively clean hands.

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 K35Equipment and utensils

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

Observed water pooling at the bottom of the right two door prep fridge across from cookline. Per PIC, the evaporation pan is cracked and a new prep unit is on order to replace the leaking unit. The ambient temperature of the unit is 39F. [CA] Maintain equipment in good repair and free of leaks.

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 K06Handwashing

Official Wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s Notes

Observed a rolling trash can placed in front of the handsink located in the dish washing room. [CA] Ensure that all handsinks are unobstructed and able to be used at all times.

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.

May 8, 2026

Pass

2 recorded violations

minorCode K29Chemicals

Official Wording

Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Inspector’s Notes

Sink and surface sanitizer was measured at 848 ppm in the sanitizing bucket. [Corrective Action] Maintain sink and surface sanitizer between 272 - 700 ppm.

In Plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely

minorCode K45Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s Notes

Observed pooling of water next to the ice machine. Per PIC, there is a leak under the ice machine. [Corrective Action] Repair the ice machine to stop water leak onto the floor.

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

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

Routine Inspection

Nov 7, 2025

Pass

3 recorded violations

minorCode K36Equipment and utensils

Official Wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s Notes

Lack of water in the hot water dipper well for the ice cream scoops. [Corrective Action] Ensure water is maintained in the hot water dipper well.

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 K35Equipment and utensils

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

Frost accumulation observed inside the 2 door upright freezer right side. Per PIC, there is an issue with the gasket. [Corrective Action] Ensure freezer is working properly. Repair or replace the gasket.

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 K43Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

Inspector’s Notes

Toilet paper not stored inside the toilet paper dispenser in the employee's restroom. [Corrective Action] Store the toilet paper inside the toilet paper dispenser.

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

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Nov 7, 2025 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Jun 10, 2025

Pass

3 recorded violations

minorCode K43Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

Inspector’s Notes

Toilet paper not stored in the toilet paper dispenser in the employee's restroom. [Corrective Action] Store the toilet paper in the toilet paper dispenser.

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 K47Permits, training, and postings

Official Wording

Signs posted; last inspection report available

Inspector’s Notes

Lack of handwashing sign in the employee's restroom. [Corrective Action] A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be posted at all handwashing stations used by food employees.

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

The walk-in freezer is currently not working. Per employee, the walk-in freezer has not been working for the last three days. [Corrective Action] Ensure refrigeration equipment is properly functioning.

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

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

Routine Inspection

Nov 13, 2024

Pass

2 recorded violations

minorCode K06Handwashing

Official Wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s Notes

Observed a roll of paper towels on top of the paper towel dispenser in the men's restroom. Paper towel dispenser appear to not be functioning. [Corrective Action] Ensure paper towels are dispensed from the paper towel dispenser. Ensure paper towel dispenser is properly functioning.

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

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

Inspector’s Notes

Observed toilet paper not stored in the toilet paper dispenser in the employee's restroom. [Corrective Action] Ensure toilet paper is stored in the toilet paper dispenser.

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

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Nov 13, 2024 · Original Source