FAIL
Foghorn Taproom Fails Health Inspection
FOGHORN TAPROOM
846 DIVISADERO ST SAN FRANCISCO CA 94117-1506, SF 94117
Haight-AshburyBar and GrillNear N-Judah/Cole Valley
October 28, 2025
12:25 PM - 1:20 PM
Routine Inspection
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor
2
Corrected On Site
Inspector's Report
Routine inspection found mice droppings on ground, chicken wings at 52F, missing sanitizer buckets, dirty surfaces, and floors/walls needing repair.
Violations Cited
6
#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
Mice droppings observed on ground. Clean and continue to work with pest control operator.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114259, 114259.1, 114259.3
#14
CORRECTED
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
#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 in need of 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
Chicken wings at approximately 52F.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113996, 114037
#33
MINOR
NONFOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Why This Matters
Dirty surfaces harbor pests and serve as bacteria reservoirs. Accumulated grease and food debris attract cockroaches and rodents.
What Was Observed
Clean nonfood contact surfaces including shelving, insides and outsides of equipment.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114115, 114117
#33
MINOR
NONFOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Why This Matters
Dirty surfaces harbor pests and serve as bacteria reservoirs. Accumulated grease and food debris attract cockroaches and rodents.
What Was Observed
Clean nonfood contact surfaces including shelving, insides and outsides of equipment.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114115, 114117