Restaurants · San Jose, CA

ANGELOU'S MEXICAN GRILL

Name: ANGELOU'S MEXICAN GRILL
Address: 78 S 1ST ST, San Jose, CA, 95113, US
Telephone: +14089712287

Verified by 3 sources Passed 2026-03-03

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Contact & location

Address: 78 S 1ST ST
San Jose, CA 95113
Phone: +14089712287
Website: http://www.angelousmexicangrill.com/
Email: teresalpb2020@gmail.com

Hours

Mon–Thu: 10:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Fri–Sat: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.
Sun: Closed

Hours from osm, verified 2026-05-03. Times are local Pacific.

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Mo-Th 10:30-21:30; Fr,Sa 10:30-23:30; Su off

Compliance history

Public regulatory record from authoritative sources. 6 actions on file. See how we present this data.

2026-03-03
ROUTINE INSPECTION Passed Score 90
4 items noted
- K14 Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
  Chlorine in the undercounter dishwasher measured at 0 PPM. Per PIC, they had already called the technician to service the unit. Note: No active warewashing was taking place. [CA] Maintain chlorine in mechanical warewash machine at 50 PPM. [COS] A chlorine solution at 100 PPM was prepared in the three compartment sink for manual warewashing until unit is repaired.
- K07 Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
  Pico de gallo, shredded cheese, chorizo, and other PHFs in the one door prep cooler and two door prep cooler were measured between 42-48F. Ambient temperatures of each unit were measured above 45F. Per cook, all items were moved into the cooler about 2 hours prior. All items were cold in the center and warmer around the edges. Note: per PIC, they had all units serviced a few days ago. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. [COS] PIC check temperature dials and adjusted settings. Ambient temperatures were reduced to 39F and 35F respectively. PHFs were uncovered to rapidly cool down.
- K32 Food properly labeled and honestly presented
  Facility is prepackaging orange salsa that lacks labeling requirements. [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.
- K39 Thermometers provided, accurate
  The thermometer in the single door prep cooler is marking 5 degrees cooler. [CA] A thermometer +/- 2°F shall be provided and correctly located in each hot and cold holding unit containing potentially hazardous foods.
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2025-07-09
ROUTINE INSPECTION Passed Score 68
12 items noted
- K42 Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
  Dumpster lid maintained open. [CA] Dumpster lids shall be kept closed to prevent the intrusion of vermin.
- K47 Signs posted; last inspection report available
  1. Expired permit is posted. [CA] The current health permit issued by this department shall be posted in a conspicuous place in the food facility. 2. Employee handwash signs are not posted in the restroom. [CA] A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be posted at all handwashing stations used by food employees.
- K14 Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
  1. Chlorine sanitizer concentration in dishwasher measured < 50 ppm. [CA] Maintain chlorine in mechanical warewash machine at 50 PPM. 2. Table-mounted can opener blade observed to have brown buildup. [CA] Clean and sanitize regularly to prevent accumulation of soil. 3. Soda gun observed to have brown buildup on nozzle. [CA] Clean regularly and maintain. 4. Ice machine observed to have brown buildup on interior panels. [CA] Clean regularly and maintain.
- K35 Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
  1. Prep unit adjacent to steam table is unable to keep PHF at or below 41F. Ambient measured 47F. [CA] Repair or replace unit. 2. Gasket on the left door of the 2 door reach-in is in disrepair. [CA] Repair or replace gasket. 3. Rubber spatula observed to be chipped in multiple locations. [CA] Equipment shall be maintained in good condition, so as not to allow foreign objects into food. Replace spatula. 4. Container used to store chips located on top of 2 door reach-in is cracked, and is not food grade. [CA] Containers shall be food-grade or equivalent, and shall be maintained in good condition.
- Critical K07 Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
  1. Chorizo measured 47F in the (under) prep unit adjacent to the steam table. Per one of the cooks, chorizo was cooked approximately one week ago. 2. Repeat Violations: Raw shell eggs measured 50F and shredded cheese measured 55F in the (upper) prep unit inserts in the prep unit next to the steam table. Per the PIC, eggs had been placed in the prep unit > 4 hours ago. [CA] PHF shall be held at or below 41F. [COS] Chorizo, raw shell eggs, and cheese (in the upper prep unit) were VC&D. See VC&D report. ____________ Minor violation: Pico de gallo measured 45F (upper prep insert), flour + egg mix measured 46F, and raw chicken measured 46F (lower prep unit). Per the PIC, these items had been placed into the prep unit < 4 hours prior. [CA] PHF shall be held at or below 41F. [COS] PHF relocated to walk-in.
- K06 Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
  1. Handwash sink in the kitchen observed to have plates and a bowl inside. [CA] Handwash sink shall be used for no other purpose than hand washing. 2. Soap dispenser at bar area is empty. Pump soap bottle was available. [CA] Soap shall be provided in permanent dispenser.
- K30 Food storage: food storage containers identified
  Observed container with white substance that was not labeled. [CA] Food containers shall be labeled if they are not easily identifiable.
- K33 Nonfood contact surfaces clean
  Repeat Violation: Food buildup observed on the floor under cook-line, and on shelves that cutting boards are stored on. [CA] Nonfood contact surfaces shall be kept clean.
- K40 Wiping cloths: properly used, stored
  Chlorine sanitizer in wiping cloth bucket measured < 100 ppm. [CA] Wiping towels shall be stored in sanitizing solution of an approved concentration when not in use (100 ppm - chlorine, 200 ppm - quaternary ammonium).
- K36 Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
  1. Per the PIC, alcohol bottle in the bar area is refilled and reused. [CA] Single use containers shall not be reused. 2. Observed handle of tongs in direct contact with chips in the front service area. [CA] Handle shall be not be stored in direct contact with food. 3. Multiple CO2 canisters in the bar area are not secured. [CA] Chain or otherwise secure CO2 canisters.
- K29 Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
  Unlabeled chemical observed on chemical rack underneath 3 compartment sink. [CA] Chemicals shall be labeled with their common name.
- K44 Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
  1. Keys observed on counter in the kitchen area. First aid kit stored directly over food storage/food prep area. [CA] Personal items shall be stored away from food prep/food storage areas. [COS] PIC relocated both items. 2. Unused oven located on a counter in the kitchen area. [CA] The premises of a food facility shall be free of litter and items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the facility, such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used.
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2025-02-21 FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION Passed View public record →
2025-02-14
ROUTINE INSPECTION Failed Score 67
7 items noted
- Critical K22 Sewage and wastewater properly disposed
  In the bar area, at the floor sink near the ice machine, the floor sink was not draining and backing up. PIC tried to use a snake but the floor sink did not start to drain. Note: Ice machine waste pipe had an appropriate air gap. [CA] Food facility shall not operate if there is sewage overflowing or backing up in the food facility. The food facility, or impacted areas, shall remain closed until all plumbing problems have been corrected and all contaminated surfaces have been cleaned and sanitized. Contact this office to schedule a follow up inspection at (408) 918-3400.
- Critical K07 Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
  In the kitchen area, at the two door upright cooler, various PHFs that were left over night measured at over 41°F. 2. In the kitchen area, at the one door prep cooler, shredded cheese and pico de gallo were observed to be measured at over 41°F at 1:00 pm. Per staff they placed the items in the cooler at opening ~10:30 am. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. [COS] 1. Items were VC&D. See VC&D report. [SA] 2. PIC agreed to time mark the items and discard after 4 cumulative hours. Recommend storing PHFs further away from the steam table side.
- K33 Nonfood contact surfaces clean
  In the kitchen area, at the cookline, equipment have accumulation of grease and food debris. [CA] Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
- K35 Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
  1. In the kitchen area the two door upright cooler is not maintaining PHFs at 41°F or below. 2. In the kitchen area the bottom section of the one door prep cooler is pooling water. [CA] Ensure to maintain all equipment clean and in good repair. Repair, service, or replace the affected equipment. [COS] 1. PIC adjusted the thermostat and ambient temperature of the cooler dropped to 40°F. 3. Facility has two non ANSI microwaves in the kitchen. [CA] New and/or replacement food equipment shall be certified or classified for sanitation by an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited certification program (e.g. NSF, UL EPH, UL Sanitation, CSA Sanitation, or ETL Sanitation).
- K27 Food separated and protected
  In the walk in cooler, at the top shelf, raw eggs were stored above ready to eat foods. [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.
- K23 No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
  In the bar area, in the two door upright cooler, two small dead flies were observed on the plastic mats of the shelving. [CA] Ensure to maintain the facility free of animals, pests, and vermin. Clean the area.
- Critical K06 Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
  1. In the kitchen area, at the only hand wash station, there were no paper towels available. [CA] Single-use sanitary towels shall be provided in dispensers; heated-air hand drying device may be substituted for single-use towels. [COS] Staff restocked the dispenser at time of the inspection. 2. In the bar area, at the only hand wash station, there was no soap available in the dispenser. [CA] Provide handwashing cleanser in dispenser at handwash stations at all times. [SA] Staff were able to provide a pump bottle of soap.
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2025-02-14 FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION Passed View public record →
2024-07-19
ROUTINE INSPECTION Passed Score 95
2 items noted
- K47 Signs posted; last inspection report available
  THE SHARED RESTROOMS DO NOT HAVE HAND WASH SIGNS. [CA] PROVIDE HAND WASH SIGNS. COS
- K07 Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
  FOUND THE PICO DE GALLO AT 46F IN THE SERVICE REFRIGERATOR. FOUND THE COOKED CHICKEN IN THE REACH IN REFRIGERATOR AT 44F.[CA] KEEP COLD POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT 41F OR BELOW.
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Cuisine: mexican

Sources

This record was assembled from these open data sources, each verified on the date shown.

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