Native Burger Gets Conditional Pass After Pest Control Work

Native Burger in San Francisco's Inner Richmond district received a conditional pass during a health department reinspection on October 3, 2025, after addressing recent pest control issues while continuing to serve customers. The restaurant at 3420 Geary Boulevard can remain open while completing minor facility improvements identified during the inspection. Health inspector Aron Wong conducted the reinspection between 2:30 PM and 3:15 PM, documenting the restaurant's progress following previous concerns. During this inspection, the facility demonstrated significant improvement after professional pest control treatment conducted the day before the visit.

Inspection Details

The conditional pass indicates that Native Burger has addressed major safety concerns while requiring completion of minor facility maintenance items. Inspector Wong noted that pest control professionals had recently serviced the facility, with staff confirming the treatment occurred just one day prior to the health inspection. The inspection revealed dead cockroaches on facility floors that required cleaning and sanitization, though no live insects were observed during the visit. This finding suggests the recent pest control treatment was effective in addressing the cockroach issue while leaving behind evidence that needed proper cleanup. "Clean and sanitize all dead roaches on floors in facility," the inspector noted, acknowledging that staff had confirmed pest control services were completed yesterday with no live roaches observed during the inspection.

Required Facility Improvements

Beyond the immediate cleaning requirements, Native Burger must complete several facility maintenance projects to prevent future pest issues. The restaurant needs to continue caulking and sealing cracks and crevices throughout the facility to eliminate potential harborage areas for insects. Inspector Wong specifically identified areas requiring attention, including spaces under the bar area which management indicated would be demolished soon as part of planned renovations. The restaurant has 30 days to complete a comprehensive remodel of the bar area and properly seal all cracks and crevices throughout the space. The facility must also complete rodent exclusion work within one week of the inspection. Inspector Wong provided clear guidance that until these improvements are addressed, rodents will continue to have easy access to the restaurant space, potentially leading to food contamination issues.

Ongoing Compliance Requirements

Native Burger must maintain monthly pest control treatments as part of its ongoing food safety program. The restaurant received instructions to email the health department once facility improvements are complete to schedule a follow-up reinspection. The inspector emphasized that any future food adulteration or contamination could result in temporary permit suspension until all required items are properly addressed. This warning underscores the importance of completing the facility improvements within the specified timeframes. Management representative Jose received the inspection report and was present during the evaluation. The restaurant maintains phone contact at (415) 317-5224 for scheduling and compliance questions. Located near the 38 Geary bus line, Native Burger serves the Inner Richmond community and can continue normal operations while addressing these minor facility improvements. The conditional pass allows the restaurant to maintain service to customers while working toward full compliance with San Francisco health regulations. The inspection demonstrates the health department's systematic approach to ensuring restaurant safety while allowing businesses to continue serving the community when major health risks have been addressed and only minor corrections remain outstanding.