Question 1

How do I find health inspection scores for restaurants in San Jose?

Accepted Answer

CleanPlate aggregates official health department inspection records for San Jose. You can search by restaurant name or browse by neighborhood to see scores, violation history, and inspection dates.

Question 2

What does a health inspection score mean in San Jose?

Accepted Answer

Health inspection scores in San Jose reflect how well a restaurant complies with food safety regulations. Higher scores (90+) indicate excellent compliance. Scores below 70 may indicate serious food safety issues that require attention.

Question 3

How often are restaurants inspected?

Accepted Answer

Most health departments inspect restaurants 1–3 times per year depending on risk level. High-risk establishments (those serving raw or undercooked foods) are typically inspected more frequently.

Question 4

What are critical violations in a restaurant health inspection?

Accepted Answer

Critical violations are food safety issues that could directly lead to foodborne illness — such as improper food temperatures, cross-contamination, pest infestations, or lack of handwashing. These require immediate correction.

Question 5

Where does CleanPlate get San Jose inspection data?

Accepted Answer

CleanPlate sources data from official government open data portals including the San Jose health department's public records. All data is publicly available and updated regularly.

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