City Discount Meat & Grocery Gets Conditional Pass, Fixes Issues

City Discount Meat & Grocery Market on Mission Street received a conditional pass during its November 13 health inspection, successfully addressing multiple violations with inspector guidance while maintaining operations for the Mission neighborhood community. The Mexican market and grocery store at 2298 Mission Street worked collaboratively with health department inspector Katie Dea during the three-hour routine inspection, correcting eight violations on-site while identifying areas requiring follow-up attention. The conditional pass allows the establishment to continue serving customers near the 24th St Mission BART station while implementing necessary improvements.

Inspection Details

During this inspection, inspectors found 12 total violations across critical, major, and minor categories. The facility demonstrated immediate responsiveness by correcting two-thirds of identified issues during the inspection visit, including food safety concerns and sanitation problems. Critical violations addressed on-site included removing compromised food items, cleaning contaminated ice machines, and addressing pest-related concerns. The operator voluntarily discarded pork products that had been improperly thawed at room temperature and beef soup that exceeded safe cooling temperatures. Food safety certification issues were identified for both management and staff, requiring submission of proper documentation to katie.dea@sfdph.org for verification. The facility must ensure all food handlers maintain current certifications as required by San Francisco health regulations.

Operational Improvements

The market initiated immediate cleaning protocols for equipment including ice machines, walk-in coolers, and food preparation areas. Inspectors noted accumulated debris on exhaust hood filters and deep fryer surfaces that required thorough degreasing to prevent fire hazards and pest attraction. Temperature control violations were corrected through proper food handling procedures. The establishment replaced plastic cooling containers with metal alternatives for faster, safer temperature reduction and removed compromised food items that had exceeded safe storage times. Sanitation improvements included refilling paper towel dispensers at hand-washing stations and implementing enhanced cleaning schedules for high-use areas. The facility addressed structural maintenance needs in storage areas and food preparation zones.

Conditional Pass Requirements

The conditional pass designation requires the establishment to complete remaining corrections within the specified timeframe while maintaining operations. Follow-up inspections will verify compliance with all health code requirements before achieving full passing status. Documentation submission deadlines include food safety manager certifications and staff training records. The facility must demonstrate sustained compliance with temperature control protocols and pest prevention measures during subsequent visits. Customers can continue shopping at the Mission Street location while corrections are implemented. The establishment serves the diverse Mission community with traditional Mexican ingredients and prepared foods, maintaining its role as a neighborhood resource.

Community Impact

The market's location near public transit makes it accessible to residents throughout the Mission District. The conditional pass ensures continued food access while the establishment works toward full compliance with health regulations. This represents the first documented inspection for the facility in available records, establishing a baseline for future compliance monitoring. The collaborative approach during the inspection process demonstrates the establishment's commitment to meeting health department standards. The health department will conduct follow-up inspections to verify completion of required corrections and ensure sustained compliance with food safety protocols. Staff Reporter at SF Restaurant Inspections