Bougie restaurant atop California Eataly shut down
Key Points:
- Terra Restaurant and Bar, located on the third floor of Eataly Silicon Valley in San Jose, had its health permit temporarily suspended after a live cockroach was found crawling on a kitchen wall during a health inspection.
- The inspection revealed both live and dead cockroaches in the food preparation area, prompting orders for thorough cleaning, including removing encrusted food from tables, floors, and walls.
- The investigation was triggered by a public complaint and, while no rodents were found, vermin contamination was confirmed specifically on the third floor of the facility.
- Restaurant management reported completing pest control services and sanitizing the restaurant, discarding potentially contaminated food as part of remediation efforts.
- Terra Restaurant and Bar has since reopened after addressing the health department's concerns, with Eataly North America emphasizing their commitment to safety and a welcoming environment for guests and staff.