Bon Delire Gets Conditional Pass Despite Missing Permits

Bon Delire in San Francisco's Tenderloin district received a conditional pass during a reinspection on October 24, 2025, after successfully addressing most previous violations but failing to display required permits and licenses. The restaurant, located near Powell St BART/Muni, was cited for one minor violation during this inspection conducted by inspector John Wells between 1:45 PM and 2:00 PM. The violation involved the absence of both the current H-25 License Certificate and Permit to Operate, which must be displayed in conspicuous locations for public viewing.

Inspection Progress Shows Improvement

The reinspection revealed significant progress from the restaurant's previous inspection on October 17, 2025. Inspector Wells noted that Bon Delire had successfully corrected multiple violations, including repairing a drip leak at the three-compartment sink drain line and obtaining proper heat sanitizing test strips. "The following corrected items demonstrate the restaurant's commitment to compliance," the inspection report noted, highlighting the facility's proactive approach to addressing health department concerns. These corrections eliminated the more serious operational issues that could have impacted food safety.

Minor Administrative Violation Remains

The only remaining violation centers on permit display requirements under California Retail Food Code Section 114381. The restaurant must obtain a current License Certificate from the SF Tax Collector's Office and a Permit to Operate from Environmental Health, then post both documents in conspicuous locations adjacent to each other. This administrative violation, while requiring correction, does not impact the restaurant's ability to continue serving customers safely. The conditional pass status allows Bon Delire to remain open while addressing the documentation requirements before the next routine inspection.

Public Health Transparency Standards

The permit and license display requirement serves an important public health function by allowing customers to verify that restaurants maintain current operating credentials. These documents demonstrate compliance with city health regulations and provide transparency about the facility's inspection status. Inspector Wells emphasized the importance of public display, noting that "transparency improves compliance and food safety" by enabling consumers to make informed dining decisions. The readily visible permits also help restaurant staff and inspectors quickly verify current licensing status during inspections.

Neighborhood Dining Context

Located in the Tenderloin near major transit connections, Bon Delire continues serving the neighborhood's diverse dining scene. The restaurant's ability to quickly address previous violations while maintaining operations demonstrates the collaborative approach between food establishments and health inspectors in ensuring public safety. The conditional pass status provides a framework for restaurants to correct minor issues while continuing to serve customers, balancing public health protection with business continuity. Inspector Wells will verify permit compliance during the facility's next routine inspection, with the administrative violation expected to be easily resolved through proper document display. Restaurant management received the inspection results from Michael Rosenthal, with follow-up communication available through inspector Wells at john.wells@sfdph.org or (415) 252-3801 for any questions about permit requirements or compliance procedures.