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7problems found
7 problems found · 5 marked critical · Health department inspection, · Mar 10, 2026
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- Marked critical: No certified food protection manager on record 1bHow to fixFix it
- Marked critical: Cooked food not cooled in time 9How to fixFix it
- Marked critical: Food not reheated to 165°F for hot holding 11How to fixFix it
Source: San Francisco Department of Public Health
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Inspections
From San Francisco Department of Public Health · 2 inspections on record · Last checked Oct 7, 2026
The health department visited once in the last 12 months (1 other).
The department inspects each food facility on its own schedule and posts a green, yellow or red placard after each inspection.
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LatestMar 10, 2026Conditional Pass
This one: Conditional Pass, inspected Mar 10, 2026.
7 violations listed, 5 marked critical.
Critical (5)
Marked critical by San Francisco Department of Public Health
No certified food protection manager on record
The department's words
1b Food Safety Manager Certification and Food Handler Card
Obtain a state approved food safety certification course within 60 days of operation or when a Food Safety Manager has left the facility. Maintain copies of food safety certificates (food safety manager and food handler cards) on site.
Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.
Food Code 2-102.12
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Certified food protection manager
- At least one owner or employee holds a food protection manager certificate from an accredited exam.
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Food handler card
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Marked critical by San Francisco Department of Public Health
Cooked food not cooled in time
The department's words
9 Proper cooling methods
Rapidly cool potentially hazardous foods from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, then from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours. Discontinue cooling PHF's at room temperature. Rapid cool by any of the following approved methods: 1) Ice water bath 2) Ice wand 3) Shallow stainless steel pans filled 2-3 inches and store in refrigerator 4) Separate into smaller or thinner portions and store in refrigerator 5) Blast
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Food Code 3-501.14
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If you miss a stage
- Missed stage 1 (not 70°F by 2 hours): reheat to 165°F and start over, or throw it out.
- Missed stage 2 (not 41°F by 6 hours): throw it out.
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Marked critical by San Francisco Department of Public Health
Food not reheated to 165°F for hot holding
The department's words
11 Proper reheating for hot holding
Reheat all potentially hazardous food to minimum internal temperature of 165°F or above within 2 hours prior to hot holding. Do not use hot holding equipment to reheat potentially hazardous foods.
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Food Code 3-403.11
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The rule
- Reheat cooked and cooled food to 165°F for 15 seconds in every part, within 2 hours.
- Microwave: 165°F, then rotate or stir, cover, and let stand 2 minutes.
- Store-bought ready-to-eat food from a sealed package (canned chili, hot dogs): 135°F within 2 hours.
From Food Code 3-403.11
Reheat only once
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Marked critical by San Francisco Department of Public Health
The department's words
7 Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Keep potentially hazardous foods (PHF) cold at 41°F or below or hot held at 135°F or above. Immediately discontinue storing PHF at room temperature.
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Food Code 3-501.16(A)(1)
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If food is out of range
- Hot food below 135°F for less than 2 hours: reheat to 165°F.
- Cold food above 41°F for less than 2 hours: chill it right away.
- Unknown time or longer: throw it out.
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Marked critical by San Francisco Department of Public Health
The department's words
5 Hands clean and properly washed; proper glove use
Properly wash hands with hand soap and warm water for a minimum of 10 seconds at the hand washing station when beginning work; before handling food/equipment/utensils; as often as necessary during food preparation to remove soil and contamination; switching from working with raw to ready-to-eat foods; after touching body parts; after using toilet room; contamination of hands occurs. Food employees
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Food Code 2-301.12
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When to wash
- Before you start food work and before you put on gloves
- After the restroom (wash twice; see below)
- After touching your face, hair, nose or body
From Food Code 2-301.14
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Not critical (2)
Restroom not stocked or needs cleaning
The department's words
42 Toilet facilities: facilities properly maintained
Maintain toilet facilities clean, sanitary, and in good repair. Toilet rooms shall be separated by a well-fitting self-closing door. Toilet tissue shall be provided in a permanently installed dispenser at each toilet. The number of toilet facilities shall be in accordance with local building and plumbing ordinances. Toilet facilities shall be provided for patrons: in establishments where there is
Food Code 6-302.11
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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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Raw food not kept apart from ready-to-eat food
The department's words
27 Food separated and protected
Ensure all food is separated and protected from potential cross contamination. Store produce and ready-to-eat foods completely separate or above raw foods including but not limited to raw eggs, fish, meat, ratites, game animals, and poultry. Provide adequate sneeze-guard protection, a container that has a tight fitting and securely attached lid, or dispense food from an approved mechanical dispens
Food Code 3-302.11
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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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EarlierAug 21, 2024Routine inspectionPass
6 violations listed, 3 marked critical.
Critical (3)
Marked critical by San Francisco Department of Public Health
No certified food protection manager on record
The department's words
1b Food Safety Manager Certification and Food Handler Card
Obtain a state approved food safety certification course within 60 days of operation or when a Food Safety Manager has left the facility. Maintain copies of food safety certificates (food safety manager and food handler cards) on site.
Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.
Marked critical by San Francisco Department of Public Health
No menu note about raw or undercooked food
The department's words
19 Consumer advisory provided for raw or undercooked foods
Provide "Consumer Advisory" using DISCLOSURE (*) and a REMINDER: "Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions" for ready-to-eat foods.
Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.
Marked critical by San Francisco Department of Public Health
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned or sanitized right
The department's words
14 Food contact surfaces: clean and sanitized
Properly wash, rinse and sanitize all food contact surfaces. Make a 100 ppm bleach sanitizing solution or a 200 ppm quaternary ammonia solution for the third compartment.
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Not critical (3)
Thermometer missing or reading wrong
The department's words
38 Thermometers provided and accurate
Maintain onsite an accurate, easily readable metal probe thermometer suitable for measuring temperature of food shall be available. A display thermometer +/- 2F shall be provided for each hot and cold holding unit of potentially hazardous foods and high temperature warewashing machines.
Raw food not kept apart from ready-to-eat food
The department's words
27 Food separated and protected
Ensure all food is separated and protected from potential cross contamination. Store produce and ready-to-eat foods completely separate or above raw foods including but not limited to raw eggs, fish, meat, ratites, game animals, and poultry. Provide adequate sneeze-guard protection, a container that has a tight fitting and securely attached lid, or dispense food from an approved mechanical dispens
The department's words
26 Approved thawing methods in use
Discontinue thawing potentially hazardous foods at room temperature or in standing water. Use one of the following approved methods: - Under potable running water of sufficient velocity to wash away loose food particles using water no greater than 70°F for no more than 2 hours. - In a refrigeration unit at 41°F or below - In a microwave - As part of the cooking process
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- Hands not washed when needed Read the free guide
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About this record
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- Listed as
- H24 - RESTAURANT UNDER 1,000 SQFT
- Result
- Conditional Pass
- Source
- San Francisco Department of Public Health
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