TOP CAFE, 50 E Dixon Road, Milpitas, CA 95035 - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: TOP CAFE
Address: 50 E Dixon Road, Milpitas, CA 95035
Type: Restaurant 0-5 Employees
Total inspections: 9
Last inspection: Feb 28, 2013
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99

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Inspection findings

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  • Adequate handwash facilities supplied & acc...
  • Adequate ventilation and lighting designated area
  • Equipment/Utensils - approved installed, clean
  • Food storage containers identified
  • Proper cooling methods
  • Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
  • Thermometers provided and accurate
  • Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, use...
  • Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Routine Inspection Jul 21, 2010 87
No violation noted during this evaluation. Enforcement Action Jul 21, 2010 100
No violation noted during this evaluation. Follow-up Inspection Jul 22, 2010 100
  • Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
  • Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, use...
Follow-up Inspection Jul 27, 2010 98
  • Adequate ventilation and lighting designated area
  • Approved thawing methods used, frozen food
  • Equipment, utensils and linens: storage and use
  • Equipment/Utensils - approved installed, clean
  • Food contact surfaces: clean and sanitized
  • Food separated and protected
  • Food storage containers identified
  • Garbage and refuse properly disposed facilities
  • No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
  • Premises personal/cleaning items vermin-proofing
  • Proper cooling methods
  • Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
  • Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used...
  • Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Routine Inspection Jun 9, 2011 86
No violation noted during this evaluation. Enforcement Action Jun 9, 2011 100
  • Adequate handwash facilities supplied & acc...
  • Equipment/Utensils - approved installed, clean
  • Food separated and protected
  • Food storage containers identified
  • Premises personal/cleaning items vermin-proofing
  • Proper cooling methods
  • Proper cooling methods
  • Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
  • Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
  • Proper reheating procedures for hot holding
  • Proper reheating procedures for hot holding...
  • Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, use...
Routine Inspection Jul 30, 2012 88
  • Equipment, utensils and linens: storage and use
  • Equipment/Utensils - approved installed, clean
  • Food separated and protected
  • Food storage containers identified
  • Hot and cold water available
  • Premises personal/cleaning items vermin-proofing
  • Proper reheating procedures for hot holding...
  • Thermometers provided and accurate
  • Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, use...
Routine Inspection Feb 13, 2013 91
  • Equipment, utensils and linens: storage and use
Follow-up Inspection Feb 28, 2013 99

Violation descriptions and comments

Jul 21, 2010

Food shall be stored in approved containers and labeled as to contents. Food shall be stored at least 6" above the floor on approved shelving. (114047, 114049, 114051, 114053, 114055, 114067(h), 114069 (b))
Exhaust hoods shall be provided to remove toxic gases, heat, grease, vapors and smoke and be approved by the local building department. Canopy-type hoods shall extend 6" beyond all cooking equipment. All areas shall have sufficient ventilation to facilitate proper food storage. Toilet rooms shall be vented to the outside air by a screened openable window, an air shaft, or a light-switch activated exhaust fan, consistent with local building codes. (114149, 114149.1) Adequate lighting shall be provided in all areas to facilitate cleaning and inspection. Light fixtures in areas where open food is stored, served, prepared, and where utensils are washed shall be of shatterproof construction or protected with light shields. (114149.2, 114149.3, 114252, 114252.1)
An accurate easily readable metal probe thermometer suitable for measuring temperature of food shall be available to the food handler. A thermometer +/- 2 °F shall be provided for each hot and cold holding unit of potentially hazardous foods and high temperature warewashing machines. (114157, 114159)
Handwashing soap and towels or drying device shall be provided in dispensers dispensers shall be maintained in good repair. (113953.2) Adequate facilities shall be provided for hand washing, food preparation and the washing of utensils and equipment. (113953, 113953.1, 114067(f))
Food facilities that prepare food shall be equipped with warewashing facilities. Testing equipment and materials shall be provided to measure the applicable sanitization method. (114067(f,g), 114099, 114099.3, 114099.5, 114101(a), 114101.1, 114101.2, 114103, 114107, 114125)
All utensils and equipment shall be fully operative and in good repair. (114175). All utensils and equipment shall be approved, installed properly, and meet applicable standards. (114130, 114130.1, 114130.2, 114130.3, 114130.4, 114130.5, 114132, 114133, 114137, 114139, 114153, 114155, 114163, 114165, 114167, 114169, 114177, 114180, 114182)
Wiping cloths used to wipe service counters, scales or other surfaces that may come into contact with food shall be used only once unless kept in clean water with sanitizer. (114135, 114185.1 114185.3 (d-e))
Potentially hazardous foods shall be held at or below 41/45°F or at or above 135°F. (113996, 113998, 114037, 114343(a))
All potentially hazardous food shall be RAPIDLY cooled from 135°F to 70°F, within 2 hours, and then from 70°F to 41 °F, within 4 hours. Cooling shall be by one or more of the following methods: in shallow containers; separating food into smaller portions; adding ice as an ingredient; using an ice bath, stirring frequently; using rapid cooling equipment; or, using containers that facilitate heat transfer. 114002, 114002.1

Jul 27, 2010

Potentially hazardous foods shall be held at or below 41/45°F or at or above 135°F. (113996, 113998, 114037, 114343(a))
Food facilities that prepare food shall be equipped with warewashing facilities. Testing equipment and materials shall be provided to measure the applicable sanitization method. (114067(f,g), 114099, 114099.3, 114099.5, 114101(a), 114101.1, 114101.2, 114103, 114107, 114125)

Jun 9, 2011

Each food facility shall be kept free of vermin: rodents (rats, mice), cockroaches, flies.( 114259.1, 114259.4, 114259.5)
All poisonous substances, detergents, bleaches, and cleaning compounds shall be stored separate from food, utensils, packing material and food-contact surfaces. (114254, 114254.1, 114254.2)
All utensils and equipment shall be fully operative and in good repair. (114175). All utensils and equipment shall be approved, installed properly, and meet applicable standards. (114130, 114130.1, 114130.2, 114130.3, 114130.4, 114130.5, 114132, 114133, 114137, 114139, 114153, 114155, 114163, 114165, 114167, 114169, 114177, 114180, 114182)
Wiping cloths used to wipe service counters, scales or other surfaces that may come into contact with food shall be used only once unless kept in clean water with sanitizer. (114135, 114185.1 114185.3 (d-e))
All food waste and rubbish shall be kept in leak proof and rodent proof containers. Containers shall be covered at all times. All waste must be removed and disposed of as frequently as necessary to prevent a nuisance. The exterior premises of each food facility shall be kept clean and free of litter and rubbish. (114244, 114245, 114245.1, 114245.2, 114245.3, 114245.4, 114245.5, 114245.6, 114245.7, 114245.8)
Potentially hazardous foods shall be held at or below 41/45°F or at or above 135°F. (113996, 113998, 114037, 114343(a))
All potentially hazardous food shall be RAPIDLY cooled from 135°F to 70°F, within 2 hours, and then from 70°F to 41 °F, within 4 hours. Cooling shall be by one or more of the following methods: in shallow containers; separating food into smaller portions; adding ice as an ingredient; using an ice bath, stirring frequently; using rapid cooling equipment; or, using containers that facilitate heat transfer. 114002, 114002.1
All food contact surfaces of utensils and equipment shall be clean and sanitized. (113984(e), 114097, 114099.1, 114099.4, 114099.6, 114101 (b-d), 114105, 114109, 114111, 114113, 114115 (a, b, d), 114117, 114125(b), 114135, 114141)
Food shall be thawed under refrigeration completely submerged under cold running water of sufficient velocity to flush loose particles in microwave oven during the cooking process. (114018, 114020, 114020.1)
All food shall be separated and protected from contamination. (113984 (a, b, c, d, f), 113986, 114060, 114067(a, d, e, j), 114069(a, b), 114077, 114089.1 (c), 114143 (c))
Food shall be stored in approved containers and labeled as to contents. Food shall be stored at least 6" above the floor on approved shelving. (114047, 114049, 114051, 114053, 114055, 114067(h), 114069 (b))
All clean and soiled linen shall be properly stored non-food items shall be stored and displayed separate from food and food-contact surfaces. (114185.3 - 114185.4)Utensils and equipment shall be handled and stored so as to be protected from contamination. (114074 - 114075, 114081, 114119, 114121, 114161, 114178, 114179, 114083, 114185, 114185.2, 114185.5)
Exhaust hoods shall be provided to remove toxic gases, heat, grease, vapors and smoke and be approved by the local building department. Canopy-type hoods shall extend 6" beyond all cooking equipment. All areas shall have sufficient ventilation to facilitate proper food storage. Toilet rooms shall be vented to the outside air by a screened openable window, an air shaft, or a light-switch activated exhaust fan, consistent with local building codes. (114149, 114149.1) Adequate lighting shall be provided in all areas to facilitate cleaning and inspection. Light fixtures in areas where open food is stored, served, prepared, and where utensils are washed shall be of shatterproof construction or protected with light shields. (114149.2, 114149.3, 114252, 114252.1)
The premises of each food facility shall be kept clean and free of litter and rubbish all clean and soiled linen shall be properly stored non-food items shall be stored and displayed separate from food and food-contact surfaces the facility shall be kept vermin proof. (114067 (j), 114123, 114143 (a) & (b), 114256, 114256.1, 114256.2, 114256.4, 114257, 114257.1, 114259, 114259.2, 114259.3, 114279, 114281, 114282)

Jul 30, 2012

Handwashing soap and towels or drying device shall be provided in dispensers dispensers shall be maintained in good repair. (113953.2) Adequate facilities shall be provided for hand washing, food preparation and the washing of utensils and equipment. (113953, 113953.1, 114067(f))
Potentially hazardous foods shall be held at or below 41/45°F or at or above 135°F. (113996, 113998, 114037, 114343(a))
Any potentially hazardous foods cooked, cooled and subsequently reheated for hot holding or serving shall be brought to a temperature of 165°F. (114014, 114016)
All food shall be separated and protected from contamination. (113984 (a, b, c, d, f), 113986, 114060, 114067(a, d, e, j), 114069(a, b), 114077, 114089.1 (c), 114143 (c))
Food facilities that prepare food shall be equipped with warewashing facilities. Testing equipment and materials shall be provided to measure the applicable sanitization method. (114067(f,g), 114099, 114099.3, 114099.5, 114101(a), 114101.1, 114101.2, 114103, 114107, 114125)
The premises of each food facility shall be kept clean and free of litter and rubbish all clean and soiled linen shall be properly stored non-food items shall be stored and displayed separate from food and food-contact surfaces the facility shall be kept vermin proof. (114067 (j), 114123, 114143 (a) & (b), 114256, 114256.1, 114256.2, 114256.4, 114257, 114257.1, 114259, 114259.2, 114259.3, 114279, 114281, 114282)
Any potentially hazardous foods cooked, cooled and subsequently reheated for hot holding or serving shall be brought to a temperature of 165°F. (114014, 114016)
All potentially hazardous food shall be RAPIDLY cooled from 135°F to 70°F, within 2 hours, and then from 70°F to 41 °F, within 4 hours. Cooling shall be by one or more of the following methods: in shallow containers; separating food into smaller portions; adding ice as an ingredient; using an ice bath, stirring frequently; using rapid cooling equipment; or, using containers that facilitate heat transfer. 114002, 114002.1
Food shall be stored in approved containers and labeled as to contents. Food shall be stored at least 6" above the floor on approved shelving. (114047, 114049, 114051, 114053, 114055, 114067(h), 114069 (b))
All utensils and equipment shall be fully operative and in good repair. (114175). All utensils and equipment shall be approved, installed properly, and meet applicable standards. (114130, 114130.1, 114130.2, 114130.3, 114130.4, 114130.5, 114132, 114133, 114137, 114139, 114153, 114155, 114163, 114165, 114167, 114169, 114177, 114180, 114182)
Potentially hazardous foods shall be held at or below 41/45°F or at or above 135°F. (113996, 113998, 114037, 114343(a))
All potentially hazardous food shall be RAPIDLY cooled from 135°F to 70°F, within 2 hours, and then from 70°F to 41 °F, within 4 hours. Cooling shall be by one or more of the following methods: in shallow containers; separating food into smaller portions; adding ice as an ingredient; using an ice bath, stirring frequently; using rapid cooling equipment; or, using containers that facilitate heat transfer. 114002, 114002.1

Feb 13, 2013

Any potentially hazardous foods cooked, cooled and subsequently reheated for hot holding or serving shall be brought to a temperature of 165°F. (114014, 114016)
An adequate, protected, pressurized, potable supply of hot water and cold water shall be provided at all times. (113953(c), 114099.2(b) 114101(a), 114189, 114192, 114192.1, 114195)
All food shall be separated and protected from contamination. (113984 (a, b, c, d, f), 113986, 114060, 114067(a, d, e, j), 114069(a, b), 114077, 114089.1 (c), 114143 (c))
Food facilities that prepare food shall be equipped with warewashing facilities. Testing equipment and materials shall be provided to measure the applicable sanitization method. (114067(f,g), 114099, 114099.3, 114099.5, 114101(a), 114101.1, 114101.2, 114103, 114107, 114125)
An accurate easily readable metal probe thermometer suitable for measuring temperature of food shall be available to the food handler. A thermometer +/- 2 °F shall be provided for each hot and cold holding unit of potentially hazardous foods and high temperature warewashing machines. (114157, 114159)
The premises of each food facility shall be kept clean and free of litter and rubbish all clean and soiled linen shall be properly stored non-food items shall be stored and displayed separate from food and food-contact surfaces the facility shall be kept vermin proof. (114067 (j), 114123, 114143 (a) & (b), 114256, 114256.1, 114256.2, 114256.4, 114257, 114257.1, 114259, 114259.2, 114259.3, 114279, 114281, 114282)
Food shall be stored in approved containers and labeled as to contents. Food shall be stored at least 6" above the floor on approved shelving. (114047, 114049, 114051, 114053, 114055, 114067(h), 114069 (b))
All utensils and equipment shall be fully operative and in good repair. (114175). All utensils and equipment shall be approved, installed properly, and meet applicable standards. (114130, 114130.1, 114130.2, 114130.3, 114130.4, 114130.5, 114132, 114133, 114137, 114139, 114153, 114155, 114163, 114165, 114167, 114169, 114177, 114180, 114182)
All clean and soiled linen shall be properly stored non-food items shall be stored and displayed separate from food and food-contact surfaces. (114185.3 - 114185.4)Utensils and equipment shall be handled and stored so as to be protected from contamination. (114074 - 114075, 114081, 114119, 114121, 114161, 114178, 114179, 114083, 114185, 114185.2, 114185.5)

ALL COMPOSED GAS CYLINDERS MUST BE CHAINED TO WALL OR STURDY OBJECT.
EMPLOYEE UNABLE TO LOCATE STEM THERMOMETER TO MONITOR REHEAT TEMPERATURE.
HOT WATER NEEDS TO BE TURNED UP.
OBSERVED CERAMIC CUP INSIDE BULK CONTAINER BEING USED AS SCOOP.
REPLACE SHELF COVERING AT FRONT COUNTER WHERE CUP AND GLASSES STORED.
CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SHELF UNDER SHELF LINER.
ALL EMPLOYEES MUST HAVE FOOD HANDLERS CARD. OBSERVED CERAMIC CUP INSIDE BULK CONTAINER BEING USED AS SCOOP.
REPLACE SHELF COVERING AT FRONT COUNTER WHERE CUP AND GLASSES STORED.
CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SHELF UNDER SHELF LINER.
ALL EMPLOYEES MUST HAVE FOOD HANDLERS CARD. OBSERVED CERAMIC CUP INSIDE BULK CONTAINER BEING USED AS SCOOP.
REPLACE SHELF COVERING AT FRONT COUNTER WHERE CUP AND GLASSES STORED.
CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SHELF UNDER SHELF LINER.
ALL EMPLOYEES MUST HAVE FOOD HANDLERS CARD. OBSERVED CERAMIC CUP INSIDE BULK CONTAINER BEING USED AS SCOOP.
REPLACE SHELF COVERING AT FRONT COUNTER WHERE CUP AND GLASSES STORED.
CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SHELF UNDER SHELF LINER.
ALL EMPLOYEES MUST HAVE FOOD HANDLERS CARD. OBSERVED CERAMIC CUP INSIDE BULK CONTAINER BEING USED AS SCOOP.
REPLACE SHELF COVERING AT FRONT COUNTER WHERE CUP AND GLASSES STORED.
CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SHELF UNDER SHELF LINER.
ALL EMPLOYEES MUST HAVE FOOD HANDLERS CARD. OBSERVED CERAMIC CUP INSIDE BULK CONTAINER BEING USED AS SCOOP.
REPLACE SHELF COVERING AT FRONT COUNTER WHERE CUP AND GLASSES STORED.
CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SHELF UNDER SHELF LINER.
ALL EMPLOYEES MUST HAVE FOOD HANDLERS CARD. OBSERVED CERAMIC CUP INSIDE BULK CONTAINER BEING USED AS SCOOP.
REPLACE SHELF COVERING AT FRONT COUNTER WHERE CUP AND GLASSES STORED.
CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SHELF UNDER SHELF LINER.
ALL EMPLOYEES MUST HAVE FOOD HANDLERS CARD.
OBSERVED OPEN BAGS OF BULK PRODUCT, ALL OPEN BAGS MUST BE STORED IN FOOD GRADE CONTAINER WITH TIGHT LID.
OBSERVED RAW MEAT STORED ABOVE AND NEXT TO PRODUCE AND READY TO EAT FOOD INSIDE WALK IN COOLER.
OBTAIN CHLORINE PH TEST STRIPS TO MONITOR CHLORINE SANITIZER IN DISHWASHER.
REMOVE MAKE SHIFT SHELF FROM REAR OF FACILITY.
SAUCE IN HEAT WELL AT 56F.

Feb 28, 2013

All clean and soiled linen shall be properly stored non-food items shall be stored and displayed separate from food and food-contact surfaces. (114185.3 - 114185.4)Utensils and equipment shall be handled and stored so as to be protected from contamination. (114074 - 114075, 114081, 114119, 114121, 114161, 114178, 114179, 114083, 114185, 114185.2, 114185.5)

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