New San Wang Restaurant Gets Conditional Pass After Issues

New San Wang Restaurant at 1682 Post Street in Pacific Heights received a conditional pass during a November 18 reinspection, with health officials identifying several minor violations requiring correction while allowing the Chinese restaurant to remain open for business. The reinspection, conducted from 11:15 AM to 1:15 PM, found six total violations that need attention, though three were corrected on-site during the inspection. The restaurant, accessible via Fillmore bus lines, continues serving customers while addressing the remaining compliance issues.

Inspection Details

The most significant concern identified during this inspection was evidence of rodent activity, with inspectors finding rat droppings in multiple areas including the back storage area, stainless steel shelves above the prep sink, underneath the three-compartment sink, and on the floor of the dry storage area. Investigators also discovered bite marks from rodents on plastic containers and noted the presence of rat traps and toxic chemicals on stainless steel shelving. Temperature control violations were another area of concern, with inspectors finding cooked pork at 81°F, shrimp and clams at 102°F that had been prepared about an hour earlier, and cooked chicken at 61°F that had been made since 6:30 AM. A small spider was found on the cooked pork container, leading to voluntary disposal of the item. The dried rice, which had been at room temperature for two days, was also voluntarily discarded. Food storage and handling issues included raw shelled eggs stored above produce items in the walk-in cooler, missing shellstock tags for clams, and produce items stored improperly on the floor. The restaurant's food manager safety certificate had also expired, requiring renewal within 30 days and proof of registration within seven days.

On-Site Corrections

Several violations were immediately addressed during the inspection. Staff received education about proper food storage practices and moved the raw eggs away from produce. The container of shrimp and clams was relocated to appropriate refrigeration, while the cooked chicken was reheated to the required 165°F. Inspectors also provided guidance about retaining shellstock tags for future compliance. The restaurant's management demonstrated willingness to cooperate with health officials, voluntarily discarding questionable food items and implementing suggested corrections during the inspection process. This collaborative approach contributed to the conditional pass designation rather than a more severe outcome.

Previous Inspection History

This November 18 inspection was part of an ongoing monitoring process, with the restaurant previously receiving a conditional pass during a November 10 routine inspection that revealed similar food safety concerns. A subsequent November 25 reinspection showed improvement in most areas, though the expired food manager certification remained an outstanding issue. The pattern of inspections indicates health officials are working closely with New San Wang Restaurant to ensure compliance with food safety standards while allowing the business to continue serving the Pacific Heights community. The restaurant's phone number is (415) 921-1453 for customers seeking additional information. Under the conditional pass status, New San Wang Restaurant can continue normal operations while addressing the identified violations within the specified timeframes, ensuring continued safe dining for customers seeking authentic Chinese cuisine in the neighborhood.