CONDITIONAL
Aegean Delights Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection
AEGEAN DELIGHTS
545 CASTRO ST SAN FRANCISCO CA 94114, SF 94114
CastromediterraneanNear Castro St Muni
November 21, 2025
11:30 AM - 12:20 PM
Routine Inspection
6
Total Violations
3
Major
3
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Inspector's Report
Routine inspection found multiple violations including an expired food handler card, improper handwashing procedures, cross-contamination risks with eggs stored on salad greens, and personal items commingling with food preparation equipment. Inspector also noted inadequate warm water temperature at restroom hand sink and improper food storage practices including items on the floor.
Violations Cited
6
#27
MAJOR
Food Separated and Protected
Why This Matters
Raw chicken drips contaminate everything below with Salmonella and Campylobacter. Cross-contamination causes massive outbreaks affecting hundreds.
What Was Observed
Observed carton of eggs stored on top of a plastic container of salad greens. Per operator, this is all for personal use only.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113986, 113988
#40
MAJOR
Plumbing; Proper Backflow Devices
Why This Matters
Without sanitizer, wiping cloths become bacteria breeding grounds. One contaminated cloth can spread pathogens to every surface it touches.
What Was Observed
Lack of warm water available at the restroom hand sink (measured at 63F). Per operator, the restroom hand sink is on the landlord's water heater and cannot be adjusted at time of inspection and that they will contact them for adjustments. SEND a photo to verify repair that warm water reaches 100F to Katie.dea@sfdph.org within 14 days.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114099.6
#5
CORRECTED
MAJOR
Hands Clean and Properly Washed; Proper Glove Use
Why This Matters
Sewage contains billions of pathogens including hepatitis A, norovirus, and E. coli. One tablespoon contains 100 million bacteria. Causes immediate severe illness.
What Was Observed
Observed operator open a pair of gloves to put on for grabbing candies without first washing hands. COS - inspector provided education to operator and instructed them to wash hands at all required times.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114193, 114197
#1B
MINOR
Food Safety Manager Certification and Food Handler Card
Why This Matters
Certified managers reduce critical violations by 60%. They understand temperature control, contamination prevention, and proper hygiene that prevents outbreaks.
What Was Observed
RENEW expired food handler card within 30 days. Observed operator's food handler card to be expired.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113947.1
#30
MINOR
Food Storage; Food Storage Containers Identified
Why This Matters
Improper storage allows pest access and temperature abuse. Food on floor contacts contaminated water during cleaning. Expired foods cause illness.
What Was Observed
Observed a container of sesame seeds in the restroom shelving behind a curtain. COS - operator removed seeds and said they were old/trash. Observed cans of food on the floor near the hand wash sink.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114047, 114049
#30
MINOR
Food Storage; Food Storage Containers Identified
Why This Matters
Improper storage allows pest access and temperature abuse. Food on floor contacts contaminated water during cleaning. Expired foods cause illness.
What Was Observed
Observed a container of sesame seeds in the restroom shelving behind a curtain. COS - operator removed seeds and said they were old/trash. Observed cans of food on the floor near the hand wash sink.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114047, 114049