FAIL
Art's Valero Fails Health Inspection
ART'S VALERO
2985 SAN BRUNO AVE SAN FRANCISCO CA 94134-2005, SF 94134
Visitacion ValleyGas Station ConvenienceNear T-Third Muni
August 15, 2025
11:00 AM - 12:20 PM
Routine Inspection
7
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
5
Minor
Inspector's Report
Portola gas station convenience store failed routine inspection with 7 violations. Adult cockroach found by restroom, discontinued pest control service. Display cooler at 44-50F, Raid can found under sink, food on floor, holes and cracks throughout, missing health permit. Repeat food safety manager violation.
Violations Cited
7
#23
CRITICAL
NO INSECTS, RODENTS, BIRDS OR NONSERVICE ANIMALS
Why This Matters
Mice produce 50 droppings daily containing Salmonella and hantavirus. Cockroaches carry 33 bacteria types and 6 parasitic worms. Rats spread plague and leptospirosis.
What Was Observed
Adult cockroach observed by restroom door. Discontinued pest control service. Obtain new pest control contract and have place treated immediately.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114259, 114259.1, 114259.3
#7
MAJOR
PROPER HOT AND COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Why This Matters
Temperature abuse causes 63% of foodborne outbreaks. Clostridium perfringens multiplies rapidly between 70-120°F. Listeria grows even at refrigeration temperatures.
What Was Observed
Open display cooler at 44-50F. Adjust thermostat or repair to maintain 41F or below.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113996, 114037
#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
Food safety manager certificate not posted/provided. Repeat violation.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113947.1
#29
MINOR
TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED AND USED
What Was Observed
Raid insecticide can under 3 compartment sink. Remove and discontinue self-treatment. Contact licensed pest control.
#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
Several beverage boxes on floor of dry storage area. Elevate all food items at least 6 inches above floor.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114047, 114049
#44
MINOR
FLOORS, WALLS AND CEILING: BUILT, MAINTAINED AND CLEAN
Why This Matters
Cracks and holes allow pest entry and make cleaning impossible. Deteriorated surfaces harbor bacteria that contaminate food and equipment.
What Was Observed
Holes, cracks and crevices throughout facility. Unclean floors under juice machines, by storage, under sink, behind ice machine. Cluttered back storage area.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114143, 114266
#44
MINOR
FLOORS, WALLS AND CEILING: BUILT, MAINTAINED AND CLEAN
Why This Matters
Cracks and holes allow pest entry and make cleaning impossible. Deteriorated surfaces harbor bacteria that contaminate food and equipment.
What Was Observed
Holes, cracks and crevices throughout facility. Unclean floors under juice machines, by storage, under sink, behind ice machine. Cluttered back storage area.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114143, 114266