Cupertino Whole Foods Closed Amid Vermin Infestation

The Whole Foods Market in Cupertino has been temporarily closed by the Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health due to a vermin infestation, including evidence of both rodents and cockroaches in multiple areas throughout the store. Inspections revealed fresh rodent droppings in food preparation zones, live cockroaches near kitchen equipment, and broader unsanitary conditions, which were deemed an imminent threat to health and safety. Previous partial closures of the deli, bakery, and juice bar occurred earlier in the month, but the problem expanded, prompting a full shutdown and suspension of the store's operating permit. Whole Foods has stated the closure will remain in effect while necessary maintenance and repairs are completed to meet their food safety standards, though no timeline for reopening has been provided. Customers expressed inconvenience but indicated willingness to return once the issues are fully resolved. Other Whole Foods locations in the area remain open.