SF Glen Park Market Fails Health Inspection with Rodents

A popular Glen Park market failed its health inspection after inspectors discovered rodent droppings underneath candy and chocolate display shelves, raising serious concerns about food safety at the neighborhood establishment. Chenery Market at 100 Chenery Street received a failing grade during this inspection conducted on October 6, 2025, by San Francisco Department of Public Health inspector Katherine Tuazon. The routine inspection revealed multiple violations that pose significant health risks to customers shopping at the store located near Glen Park BART.

Major Health Violations Found

The most serious violation involved the discovery of rodent droppings underneath display shelves containing chocolates and candies positioned across from the cashier area. This major violation directly impacts food items that customers handle and purchase daily, creating an immediate contamination risk. Rodent infestations pose severe health threats to consumers. Mice typically produce 50 droppings daily that can contain dangerous pathogens including Salmonella and hantavirus. The presence of mice droppings near food products indicates an active infestation that could contaminate merchandise throughout the store. Inspectors also cited the market for storing items improperly on top of the handwashing sink in the employee restroom, violating basic sanitation protocols that prevent cross-contamination between restroom facilities and food handling areas.

Additional Sanitation Problems

Beyond the rodent issue, health officials documented concerning sanitation failures throughout the facility. Inspectors observed food stains and organic growth accumulating in the two-compartment sink used for cleaning, indicating inadequate cleaning procedures that could harbor harmful bacteria. The inspection revealed a cutting board with deep cuts at the food preparation area that requires immediate replacement. Damaged cutting boards create crevices where bacteria can multiply and contaminate food during preparation, posing risks of foodborne illness to customers. Additional violations included significant dust accumulation behind the chest freezer used for ice storage and underneath shelving units throughout the store. These conditions create environments where pests can establish harborage areas and bacteria can thrive.

Inspection Details and Response

The inspection took place from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM and resulted in five total violations - one major and four minor infractions. Inspector Katherine Tuazon documented each violation with specific corrective actions required before the establishment can achieve compliance. Notably, the person in charge refused to sign the inspection report, which may indicate disagreement with the findings or reluctance to acknowledge the documented violations. The inspector can be reached at katherine.tuazon@sfdph.org or (415) 252-3865 for questions regarding the inspection.

Market History and Location

This represents the first recorded inspection for Chenery Market in the city database, making it impossible to establish patterns of compliance or previous violations. The market serves the Glen Park neighborhood, providing convenient access to groceries and prepared foods for residents and commuters using the nearby transit hub. The market remains open while addressing the violations, though customers should be aware of the documented sanitation issues. The establishment must correct all violations and pass a follow-up inspection to achieve compliance with San Francisco health codes. Local residents who frequent this popular neighborhood market should monitor future inspection results to ensure proper food safety standards are maintained at this convenient Glen Park location.