At a glance
CleanCleaver food safety systematic review results
What happened?
73/ 100 · 27 points taken off
10 problems found · 1 marked critical · Routine county inspection · Jul 20, 2026
Is that a lot?
Most food places here got 2 to 15 points taken off. La Mexicana Bakery got more than most.
Compared with 9,600 Santa Clara County food places. Each place's last routine inspection counts.
What was found out about La Mexicana Bakery?
It's fair to care about this. Here's what the county found. Tap any item to see how a kitchen fixes it.
- Marked critical: Hand sink not ready to use K06How to fixFix it
- Floors, walls or ceilings need cleaning or repair K45How to fixFix it
- Food labels missing or wrong K32How to fixFix it
Source: County of Santa Clara Department of Environmental Health
We review Santa Clara County health data to make this report. We are not the County of Santa Clara Department of Environmental Health.
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Next: Hand sink not ready to useThe county found: “The men's restroom lacked soap. [CA] Provide handwashing cleanser in dispenser at handwash stations at all…”
First step: Hand sinks are for hands only
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Each fix step comes from the rule it names: Food Code 2-301.15, Food Code 3-501.17, Food Code 4-301.12, Food Code 6-301.11.
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Hand sinks are for hands only
From Food Code 2-301.15
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Inspections
From County of Santa Clara Department of Environmental Health · 2 inspections on record · Last checked Oct 6, 2026
The county visited once in the last 12 months (1 routine).
Every visit
LatestJul 20, 2026Routine inspection73 out of 100 (Green placard)
This one: 73 out of 100 (Green placard), inspected Jul 20, 2026.
10 violations listed, 1 marked critical.
Critical (1)
Marked critical by County of Santa Clara Department of Environmental Health
The department's words
K06 Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
The men's restroom lacked soap. [CA] Provide handwashing cleanser in dispenser at handwash stations at all times. [COS] PIC restocked the restroom lavatory.
Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.
Food Code 5-205.11
How can a restaurant or home fix this?
Hand sinks are for hands only
- Wash only at a handwashing sink.
- Never wash hands in the dish sink, a food prep sink, a mop sink, or a drink cooler.
- Never dump drinks, rinse utensils or fill pitchers at the hand sink.
From Food Code 2-301.15
Soap and hand sanitizer
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Handwashing
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Not critical (9)
Floors, walls or ceilings need cleaning or repair
The department's words
K45 Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
1. Repeat Violation: Several damaged floor tiles within the prep area next to the stand mixer. 2. The corner guards are in disrepair near the mop sink. [CA] Maintain the floors, walls, and ceilings of the facility in good repair. Replace broken floor tiles with a smooth and of durable construction and nonabsorbent material that is easily cleanable. Reattach the corner guards.
Food Code 6-101.11
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In CleanCleaver: Sweep and mop
Floors, walls and ceilings clean and in repair
In CleanCleaver: Sweep and mop
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The department's words
K32 Food properly labeled and honestly presented
1. Second Repeat Violation: There are several food products (Various Juices, Water Based Gelatin, Milk Based Gelatin, Various Tres Leches Cake) that are prepackaged in the facility and available for self-service that are missing labels. [CA] Food prepackaged in a food facility shall bear a label with the following: 1) common name of the food. 2) list of ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight. 3) quantity of contents. 4) name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor. 2. Juices are not pasteurized and are missing required warning. [CA] Provide the required warning statement to consumers on the labeling. "WARNING: This product has not been pasteurized and, therefore, may contain harmful bacteria that can cause serious illness in children, the elderly, and persons with weakened immune systems"
Food Code 3-302.12
How can a restaurant or home fix this?
What every label shows
- The three must-haves: what it is, when it must be used, and how to store it. Then add:
- Date made, opened or received
- Allergens (for example, "Contains: eggs")
From Food Code 3-501.17
Storage words to use
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Food labels
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Dish sink or dish machine not set up right
The department's words
K34 Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips
Repeat Violation: Facility lacks drain plugs to fill the basins of the three compartment sink. [CA] Plugs/stoppers shall be available to fill up the warewashing sink.
Food Code 4-301.12
How can a restaurant or home fix this?
Set up
- 1. Wash your hands at the hand sink (never at this sink).
- 2. Clean and sanitize all three sinks and both drainboards.
- 3. Sink 1 (WASH): detergent and water at 110°F or hotter.
From Food Code 4-301.12
Washing, step by step
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The three-compartment sink, step by step
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Equipment in poor repair
The department's words
K35 Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Facility has a steamer in disrepair. [CA] Maintain equipment clean and in good repair. Repair, replace, remove, or service the unit.
Food Code 4-101.11
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In CleanCleaver: Look over the equipment; report anything broken
Equipment in good repair
In CleanCleaver: Look over the equipment; report anything broken
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The department's words
K01 Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Bakers are missing food handler cards. [CA] Each food handler shall maintain a valid food handler card for the duration of his or her employment as food handler. A valid food handler card shall be provided within 30 days of after the date of hire.
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Restroom not stocked or needs cleaning
The department's words
K43 Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
The men's restroom lacked toilet tissue. [CA] Toilet tissue shall be provided in a permanently installed dispenser at each toilet.
Food Code 6-302.11
How can a restaurant or home fix this?
Check the restroom
- Soap, paper towels or a dryer, toilet paper and warm water at every restroom sink.
- The door closes by itself.
- After the toilet: wash in the restroom, then wash again at the kitchen sink.
From Food Code 6-301.11
Clean it on a schedule
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Restrooms, mops and rags
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Wiping cloths left out of sanitizer
The department's words
K40 Wiping cloths: properly used, stored
Wet cloth towels were found stored in 0 ppm of chlorine. [CA] Wiping towels shall be stored in sanitizing solution of an approved concentration when not in use (100 ppm - chlorine, 200 ppm - quaternary ammonium).
Food Code 3-304.14
How can a restaurant or home fix this?
Keep the bucket strong
- Wet cloths sit in sanitizer between uses: chlorine 50–99 ppm, or quat at label strength.
- Test with the cloths in the bucket when you mix it and every 2 hours.
- Remake it at once if it tests low or has food or dirt in it. Never just add more sanitizer to a dirty bucket.
From Food Code 3-304.14
Keep cloths apart
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Wiping cloths and sanitizer buckets
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No backflow test on file
The department's words
K41 Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
The drain pipe of the three compartment sink has a leak. [CA] Repair plumbing fixture and maintain in clean and good repair.
Food Code 5-205.15
How can a restaurant or home fix this?
In CleanCleaver: Backflow device test
Backflow test on file
In CleanCleaver: Backflow device test
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Raw food not kept apart from ready-to-eat food
The department's words
K27 Food separated and protected
Repeat Violation: Raw shelled eggs were found stored over cut tomatoes and tamales in the upright cooler by the dry storage. [CA] All food shall be separated and protected from cross-contamination. Store all raw meat or other raw products of animal origin below ready-to-eat food items.
Food Code 3-302.11
How can a restaurant or home fix this?
Top to bottom
- 1. Top: ready-to-eat food (salads, desserts, cut fruit, cooked leftovers, deli meat, cheese, drinks)
- 2. Raw fish and seafood (cooked to 145°F)
- 3. Whole cuts of beef, pork and lamb; raw shell eggs (145°F)
From Food Code 3-302.11
Keep raw meat types apart
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Fridge and freezer storage order
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EarlierJun 18, 2025Routine inspection83 out of 100 (Green placard)
8 violations listed, 0 marked critical.
Not critical (8)
Plan review
The department's words
K48 Plan review
Second Repeat Violation: Facility has not submitted plans into the department with regards to installing the new prep sink. Inspection report dated (12/29/22) had stipulated that prep sink would be installed for the issuance of the permit. [CA] Submit plans into the department within 1 week. Failure to comply will result in enforcement action. A person proposing to build or remodel a food facility shall submit plans and specifications for review and shall receive plan approval prior to starting any new construction or remodeling. Contact DEH at [phone] or at www.ehinfo.org to obtain plan check requirements.
Dish sink or dish machine not set up right
The department's words
K34 Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips
Facility lacks drain plugs to fill the three compartment sink. [CA] Plugs/stoppers shall be available to fill up the warewashing sink.
Raw food not kept apart from ready-to-eat food
The department's words
K27 Food separated and protected
1. In the walk in cooler raw shelled eggs were stored above produce. 2. In the walk in freezer raw bacon was found stored above strawberries. [CA] All food shall be separated and protected from cross-contamination. Store all raw meat or other raw products of animal origin below ready-to-eat food items.
The department's words
K01 Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
1. Second Repeat Violation: Unable to provide food manger certification at the time of inspection. [CA] Food facilities that prepare, handle, or serve non-prepackaged potentially hazard foods shall have a valid Food Safety Certificate available for review at all times. 2. Several of the food handler cards were expired. [CA] Each food handler shall maintain a valid food handler card for the duration of his or her employment as food handler. A valid food handler card shall be provided within 30 days of after the date of hire.
The department's words
K32 Food properly labeled and honestly presented
Repeat Violation: There are several food products (Flan, Chocolate Flan, Various Juices, Water Based Gelatin, Milk Based Gelatin, Rice Pudding [Arroz con Leche], Various Tres Leches Cake) that are prepackaged in the facility and available for self-service that are missing labels. [CA] Food prepackaged in a food facility shall bear a label with the following: 1) common name of the food. 2) list of ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight. 3) quantity of contents. 4) name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor.
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Equipment in poor repair
The department's words
K35 Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
1. In the back of house area, at the upright reach in cooler, the gaskets are in disrepair. 2. In the front prep area, next to the prep cooler, the oven is in disrepair. [CA] Ensure to maintain all equipment clean and in good repair. Repair, replace, or service the equipment.
Utensils or dishes stored wet or unwashed
The department's words
K36 Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
The arroz con leche serving spoon was being held in room temperature water and had a dead fly in it. [CA] Utensils shall be stored in the following manner: 1) in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container, 2) in running water, 3) in a container of water at 135°F or above, 4) at room temperature if washed within 4 hours of initial use. [COS] Utensil was switched out.
Floors, walls or ceilings need cleaning or repair
The department's words
K45 Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Several damaged floor tiles within the prep area next to the stand mixer. [CA] Replace broken floor tiles with a smooth and of durable construction and nonabsorbent material that is easily cleanable.
Source: County of Santa Clara Department of Environmental Health. This is the department's data, not CleanCleaver's. See the department's full record (opens the department's site)
What you can do
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Free, step-by-step guides for each item.
- Hand sink not ready to use Read the free guide
- Floors, walls or ceilings need cleaning or repair In CleanCleaver: Sweep and mop
- Food labels missing or wrong Read the free guide
- Dish sink or dish machine not set up right Read the free guide
- Equipment in poor repair In CleanCleaver: Look over the equipment; report anything broken
- Restroom not stocked or needs cleaning Read the free guide
- Wiping cloths left out of sanitizer Read the free guide
- No backflow test on file In CleanCleaver: Backflow device test
- Raw food not kept apart from ready-to-eat food Read the free guide
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100 means the inspector found no problems. Santa Clara County takes points off for each problem. Big ones take off more.
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- Inspection type
- Routine inspection
- Result
- 73 out of 100 (Green placard)
- Source
- County of Santa Clara Department of Environmental Health
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