FAIL
El Rancho Grande Taqueria Fails Health Inspection
EL RANCHO GRANDE TAQUERIA
855 DIVISADERO ST SAN FRANCISCO CA 94117, SF 94117
Haight-AshburyMexicanNear N-Judah/Cole Valley
October 28, 2025
11:35 AM - 12:25 PM
Routine Inspection
7
Total Violations
1
Critical
5
Major
1
Minor
2
Corrected On Site
Inspector's Report
Routine inspection found dead cockroach, refrigeration unit at 49F, water leak near ice machine, raw meats stored near RTE foods, and general cleanliness issues throughout.
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
Dead cockroach observed. Continue deep cleaning and work with pest control.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114259, 114259.1, 114259.3
#14
MAJOR
FOOD CONTACT SURFACES: CLEAN AND SANITIZED
Why This Matters
Dirty cutting boards and utensils cause 76% of cross-contamination. Biofilms protect bacteria from cleaning. One contaminated surface spreads pathogens to dozens of foods.
What Was Observed
Provide sanitizer buckets with wiping cloths stored inside for all food prep areas.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114099, 114099.6, 114117
#22
MAJOR
SEWAGE AND WASTEWATER PROPERLY DISPOSED
What Was Observed
Leak of water in back area near ice machine. Contact plumber.
#27
CORRECTED
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
Raw meats/fish/poultry stored near/on top of ready-to-eat foods.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113986, 113988
#44
MAJOR
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
Clean floors and walls below and behind equipment. Floors and walls need repair.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114143, 114266
#7
CORRECTED
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
Refrigeration unit at approximately 49F. PHFs moved.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113996, 114037
#7
CORRECTED
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
Refrigeration unit at approximately 49F. PHFs moved.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113996, 114037