FAIL
El Farolito #9 Fails Health Inspection
EL FAROLITO #9
1230 GRANT AVE SAN FRANCISCO CA 94133-3910, SF 94133
North BeachMexican TaqueriaNear Powell-Mason Cable Car
August 26, 2025
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM
Routine Inspection
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Inspector's Report
North Beach taqueria failed routine inspection with 5 violations. Al pastor at 48-62F discarded. Tomatoes 56F, sour cream 50F, eggs 84F, ceviche 52F. Garlic in oil discarded. No food safety certifications on site, no probe thermometer, cook without hair restraint, restroom out of order with hole in floor/wall.
Violations Cited
5
#7
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
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
Multiple foods out of temperature: tomatoes 56F, sour cream 50F, eggs 84F, ceviche 52F. Al pastor 48-62F and garlic in oil discarded. Chili rellenos, tomato sauce, salsa moved to working cooler.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113996, 114037
#42
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: FACILITIES PROPERLY MAINTAINED
What Was Observed
Restroom locked with out of order sign due to large hole in floor and wall. Toilet and sink work but safety concern for customers. Repair restroom for customer use.
#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 and food handler cards not found on site - claimed kept offsite. Maintain evidence of certification onsite.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113947.1
#25
MINOR
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS AND HAIR RESTRAINTS
What Was Observed
Cook preparing food without wearing hair restraint. Require all cooks to wear hat or other hair restraint.
#25
MINOR
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS AND HAIR RESTRAINTS
What Was Observed
Cook preparing food without wearing hair restraint. Require all cooks to wear hat or other hair restraint.