D's Corner Excelsior Restaurant Closed for Health Violations

D's Corner restaurant in San Francisco's Excelsior neighborhood has been forced to close its doors after failing a follow-up health inspection on August 26, 2025. The establishment at 700 Naples Street near Balboa Park BART was shuttered by health inspectors who discovered multiple violations that could pose serious health risks to customers.

Critical Health Violations Found

Health inspector Roy Bwogi cited D's Corner for three violations during this inspection, focusing on structural and equipment issues that create environments for bacterial growth and pest infestation. The most concerning discovery was a non-functional two-door beverage merchandiser that had been broken for over two years, creating a prime location for vermin harborage. The inspector noted that the broken refrigeration unit had not been repaired or removed despite being inoperable for an extended period. Such equipment creates hiding places for rodents, cockroaches, and other pests that can contaminate food preparation areas and spread dangerous bacteria throughout the facility. Adding to the health concerns, inspectors found significant structural deterioration throughout the restaurant. Chipped ceiling paint was discovered in multiple areas of the facility, while water damage had compromised the ceiling in the front sales area where customers dine. These conditions create surfaces that harbor bacteria and make proper cleaning impossible.

Health Risks for Customers

The violations found at D's Corner represent serious health hazards for anyone who might have dined at the establishment. Water-damaged ceilings can harbor mold and bacteria that contaminate food and air quality, potentially causing respiratory issues and foodborne illness in customers. The presence of broken equipment that has remained unaddressed for years indicates systemic maintenance issues that could affect food safety protocols throughout the restaurant. When refrigeration units fail and are not properly removed, they become breeding grounds for pests that can spread salmonella, E. coli, and other dangerous pathogens to food contact surfaces. Deteriorated ceiling surfaces with chipped paint and water damage make thorough cleaning impossible, allowing bacteria to accumulate over time. These conditions create an environment where foodborne illnesses can easily develop and spread to unsuspecting customers.

Permit and Compliance Issues

Beyond the structural and equipment problems, inspectors also discovered that D's Corner was operating without properly displaying its permit to operate. This violation suggests potential compliance issues and raises questions about the restaurant's adherence to other health department requirements. The inspection was conducted as a follow-up visit, indicating that previous issues may have prompted increased scrutiny from health officials. However, this appears to be the first recorded inspection for the facility in the health department's database, making it impossible to determine if these problems represent ongoing issues or new violations.

Impact on Excelsior Dining Scene

The closure of D's Corner removes another dining option from the Excelsior neighborhood, which relies on local restaurants to serve residents and visitors near Balboa Park BART. The facility remains closed with no indication of when it might reopen, as the restaurant must address all structural issues and equipment problems before health officials will consider allowing operations to resume. Customers who may have dined at the establishment during the period when these violations existed should monitor their health for symptoms of foodborne illness, including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and fever. The combination of pest harborage areas and deteriorated surfaces creates conditions where dangerous bacteria can thrive and contaminate food.