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Cafe Venue Montgomery Fails Health Inspection
CAFE VENUE MONTGOMERY
218 MONTGOMERY ST SAN FRANCISCO CA 94104-3401, SF 94104
Financial DistrictNear Montgomery St BART
October 1, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Routine Inspection
5
Total Violations
1
Major
4
Minor
Violations Cited
5
#23
MAJOR
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
Observed old rodent droppings on the floor in the corner in the dry storage room.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114259, 114259.1, 114259.3
#35
MINOR
EQUIPMENT APPROVED: CLEAN; INSTALLED; GOOD REPAIR; CAPACITY
Why This Matters
Household equipment cannot withstand commercial use and harbors bacteria in cracks. Latex gloves cause severe allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
What Was Observed
Observed torn gaskets of undercounter refrigerators at the front of house. 114182
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114130, 114160
#40
MINOR
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
Observed minor leak at preparation sink in the front of house. Repair so that the hot water is able to turn off completely.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114099.6
#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
Observed dust on the walls in the preparation kitchen. Observed grease buildup on the floors underneath cooking equipment at front of house. Clean and maintain all floors, walls, and ceilings clean. Alyssa Manzano Inspector (415) 252-3980 Inspector Phone alyssa.manzano@sfdph.org Inspector Email Norma Veronica Ceja Hidalgo Person in Charge Refused to Sign Current 2 Total 2
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
Observed dust on the walls in the preparation kitchen. Observed grease buildup on the floors underneath cooking equipment at front of house. Clean and maintain all floors, walls, and ceilings clean. Alyssa Manzano Inspector (415) 252-3980 Inspector Phone alyssa.manzano@sfdph.org Inspector Email Norma Veronica Ceja Hidalgo Person in Charge Refused to Sign Current 2 Total 2
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114143, 114266