7 Eleven West Portal Gets Conditional Pass on SF Health Inspection

7 Eleven 2366-20643d on Ocean Avenue in West Portal received a conditional pass during a November 5 health reinspection, allowing the convenience store to remain open while addressing several minor violations requiring correction. The reinspection revealed milk stored at dangerous temperatures between 45-47°F in a malfunctioning under-counter refrigerator behind the counter. Health inspectors immediately relocated all affected food items, including meat taquitos, to the walk-in refrigeration unit to prevent potential health risks. The problematic refrigerator was ordered out of service until it can maintain proper temperatures of 41°F or below.

Inspection Details

During this inspection, conducted between 10:20 AM and 10:55 AM, inspectors documented seven total violations affecting the West Portal Muni area store. Four major violations and three minor violations were cited, with two violations corrected on site during the inspection. The most significant finding involved the temperature-compromised dairy products. According to the employee on duty, the milk had been stored in the malfunctioning unit for less than four hours before discovery. Inspectors required immediate documentation showing thermometers installed in all refrigeration units and proof that the problematic refrigerator maintains safe temperatures before it can return to service. Additional violations included the absence of sanitizing solution in the active food preparation area, which was corrected on site when staff filled a sanitizing bucket with 200 ppm quaternary ammonia solution. Inspectors also found drinks and other items stored directly on the ground throughout the facility, including the walk-in cooler, back storage area, and sales floor.

Infrastructure Issues Requiring Attention

The inspection revealed several infrastructure concerns that need professional correction. Missing standalone thermometers in refrigeration units prevent staff from monitoring safe food storage temperatures. The three-compartment sink's piping connects directly to the floor sink without the required one-inch air gap, creating potential backflow contamination risks. Food particle accumulation was observed underneath shelving throughout the sales floor and back storage areas, indicating the need for improved cleaning protocols in hard-to-reach areas. These violations, while not immediately dangerous, compromise the overall food safety standards expected at retail food establishments.

Operational Continuity

Despite the violations, the conditional pass allows 7 Eleven to continue serving customers in the West Portal neighborhood while implementing required corrections. The store's location near West Portal Muni makes it a convenient stop for commuters and local residents seeking quick food and beverage options. The facility operates under permit holder Ineffable Stores Inc and can be reached at (650) 872-9377 for customer inquiries. The conditional status requires the store to address all cited violations and undergo follow-up inspection to achieve full compliance.

Previous Inspection History

This represents the first recorded health inspection for this location in the SF Restaurant Inspections database, making the reinspection status somewhat unusual. The conditional pass provides an opportunity for the new establishment to demonstrate its commitment to food safety standards while maintaining service to the West Portal community. The San Francisco Department of Public Health will conduct a follow-up inspection to verify all corrections have been implemented, particularly the refrigeration temperature issues and required infrastructure improvements. Once all violations are resolved, the facility can expect to receive a full passing grade on its next routine inspection.