SF Mission Cafe Beloved Cafe Closed for Health Violations

Beloved Cafe, a popular cafe and bakery in San Francisco's vibrant Mission District, was forced to shut its doors on November 4, 2025, after health inspectors discovered serious structural violations that posed immediate health risks to customers. The establishment at 3338 24th Street, conveniently located near 24th Street Mission BART, failed its routine inspection and remains closed pending corrective action. During this inspection conducted between 12:45 PM and 1:25 PM, health department inspector Tiombe Wiley discovered critical violations involving the cafe's floors, walls, and ceiling infrastructure. The structural deficiencies found during the inspection create serious health hazards that could compromise food safety and allow pest infiltration into food preparation areas.

Health Violations Found

The primary violation cited involved deteriorated building surfaces that failed to meet California Retail Food Code standards. According to health department findings, the cafe's floors, walls, and ceiling were not properly built, maintained, or kept clean as required by Section 114143 and 114266 of state regulations. These structural failures create multiple pathways for contamination and make proper sanitation nearly impossible. Cracks and holes in building surfaces provide entry points for rodents, insects, and other pests that can contaminate food and equipment. Deteriorated walls and ceilings harbor dangerous bacteria that can spread to food contact surfaces, potentially causing serious foodborne illnesses including salmonella, E. coli, and norovirus. When structural integrity is compromised, even the most diligent cleaning efforts cannot eliminate health risks. The violations discovered at Beloved Cafe represent exactly the type of equipment and facility issues that can lead to widespread food contamination. Customers who dined at the establishment before the closure may have been exposed to food prepared in an environment where proper sanitation was compromised by failing infrastructure.

Inspection Details

Health inspector Tiombe Wiley, who can be reached at tiombe.wiley@sfdph.org, documented the violations during the routine inspection. The cafe's representative Ana received the inspection report detailing the specific corrective actions required before the establishment can reopen. The inspection was classified as a failure, triggering the immediate closure order. This marks the first recorded health inspection for Beloved Cafe, operated by 3 Hermanas LLC. With no previous inspection history available, it's unclear whether the structural problems developed recently or had been ongoing concerns. The lack of inspection records raises questions about how long these dangerous conditions may have existed undetected.

Impact on Mission District Dining

The closure affects not only regular customers but also the broader Mission District dining scene. The Mission neighborhood, known for its diverse culinary offerings, has seen several recent health department actions. The cafe's location near the busy 24th Street BART station made it a convenient stop for commuters and local residents seeking coffee and baked goods. Beloved Cafe must address all structural violations and undergo a successful reinspection before health officials will allow it to reopen. The establishment can be reached at (415) 748-2074 for updates on reopening plans. Until then, Mission District residents seeking cafe and bakery options will need to find alternatives while this popular spot works to restore safe operating conditions. The closure serves as a reminder that even seemingly minor structural issues can create major health risks in food service establishments, requiring immediate attention to protect public health.