Pacific Heights Japanese Restaurant Gets Conditional Pass

Nande-ya, a Japanese restaurant located at 1737 Post Street in Pacific Heights, received a conditional pass during a health department reinspection on November 12, 2025. The establishment was able to correct multiple violations on-site, allowing it to continue serving customers while addressing remaining minor compliance issues. During this inspection, health officials identified several temperature control violations that required immediate attention. Inspectors found various sushi ingredients including shrimp, imitation crab, eel, and California rolls stored at room temperature between 55-70°F since 10 AM that morning. The restaurant voluntarily discarded the shrimp, which had been prepared the previous evening, demonstrating proactive food safety measures.

Temperature Control Issues Addressed

The inspection revealed that soup base requiring refrigeration was being stored at room temperature, with packaging clearly labeled "KEEP REFRIGERATED." Restaurant staff immediately relocated these items to proper refrigeration or marked them for disposal at 2 PM during the inspection. This quick response allowed health officials to approve continued operations while ensuring customer safety. Inspectors also observed frozen fish being thawed improperly in a commercial package marked "keep frozen," creating potential conditions for botulism bacterial growth. Staff immediately removed the fish from its packaging and placed it in an approved container to continue thawing safely, correcting the violation on-site.

Sanitation Standards Improved

Additional violations addressed during the inspection included sanitizer concentration issues and equipment cleanliness concerns. The sanitizer bucket measured 200 ppm of chlorine, exceeding the required 100 ppm standard. Staff diluted the solution immediately upon instruction from health officials. Inspectors noted dirt accumulation inside the ice machine's deflector panel and observed an employee using the same cloth to clean a knife and wipe tables. The employee was immediately instructed to properly wash the knife, and cleaning procedures were corrected during the inspection.

Restaurant Continues Operations

The conditional pass allows Nande-ya to remain open while implementing final corrections to achieve full compliance. Located near Fillmore bus lines, the Japanese restaurant serves the Pacific Heights community with traditional cuisine and sushi offerings.

Previous Inspection History

This reinspection follows a previous conditional inspection on November 4, 2025, where five violations were identified. The restaurant's willingness to address issues immediately during inspections demonstrates a commitment to maintaining food safety standards while continuing to serve customers. The establishment's owner, M&M International Management LLC, operates the restaurant with a focus on correcting any identified issues promptly. The facility's inspection history shows ongoing efforts to meet San Francisco health department standards while maintaining operations in the competitive Pacific Heights dining market. Health officials will conduct follow-up inspections to ensure all corrections remain in place and that the restaurant achieves full compliance with city health codes. Customers can continue dining at Nande-ya with confidence that identified issues were addressed immediately during the inspection process.