Taylor Street Coffee Shop Reopens After Cockroach Closure

Taylor Street Coffee Shop in San Francisco's Tenderloin district has successfully reopened after resolving a serious cockroach infestation that previously forced health officials to close the establishment. The cafe located at 375 Taylor Street passed its reinspection on November 21, 2025, demonstrating significant improvements in pest control measures. Inspector John Wells from the San Francisco Department of Public Health confirmed during this inspection that the cockroach infestation had been "vastly improved," with only one live nymph cockroach found and one trapped during the comprehensive examination. The dramatic reduction in pest activity allowed health officials to remove the red closure placard and issue a green pass placard, officially permitting the business to resume operations.

Successful Pest Control Measures

The cafe's management had implemented extensive pest control treatments following the initial closure, working closely with professional exterminators to address the infestation at its source. The reinspection revealed that these efforts had been largely successful, though inspectors noted that continued pest control treatment would be required to maintain the improvements. Located near the Powell St BART/Muni station, the coffee shop serves the busy Tenderloin neighborhood where foot traffic from commuters and local residents creates a steady customer base. The successful resolution of the health violations ensures that patrons can once again safely enjoy their morning coffee and cafe offerings without concerns about pest contamination.

Health Department Oversight

The reinspection, conducted between 11:45 AM and 12:15 PM, focused specifically on verifying that the cockroach problem had been adequately addressed. Health Inspector John Wells, who can be reached at (415) 252-3801, documented the substantial improvements while noting that ongoing vigilance would be necessary to prevent any resurgence of pest activity. Insects like cockroaches pose serious health risks in food service establishments, as they can carry 33 different types of bacteria and six parasitic worms. These pests contaminate food surfaces, utensils, and preparation areas with disease-causing pathogens including Salmonella, E. coli, and various parasites that can cause severe foodborne illnesses in customers.

Restaurant Operations Resume

The facility, operated by Taylor Street Coffee Shop Inc., had been working diligently during the closure period to address all health department concerns. The successful passing of the reinspection allows the business to resume normal operations while continuing the required pest control maintenance program. Passakorn Kaewchinnawut, who received the inspection report on behalf of the establishment, confirmed the restaurant's commitment to maintaining the improved standards. The business can be contacted directly at (415) 567-4031 for customers who may have questions about the resolution of the health violations. The reopening represents a positive outcome for both the business and the Tenderloin community, demonstrating that food service establishments can successfully address serious health violations when they implement proper corrective measures and work cooperatively with health department officials. Customers can now return to Taylor Street Coffee Shop with confidence that the previous pest control issues have been resolved, though the establishment will continue regular pest control treatments as required by health officials to ensure the improvements are maintained long-term.