⚠️ Recent Restaurant Closures ⚠️
CONDITIONAL

Kam Lok: Sewage & Food Safety Issues - Conditional

KAM LOK RESTAURANT INC 834 WASHINGTON ST, SF 94108 ChinatownChineseNear Montgomery St BART
December 1, 2025 10:40 AM - 11:15 AM Routine Inspection
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Inspector's Report

Multiple violations found including sewage drainage issues with standing water, improper food separation with raw and cooked meat stored together, and cleanliness problems with grimy equipment and personal items stored inappropriately.

Violations Cited

5
#22
CRITICAL
SEWAGE AND WASTEWATER PROPERLY DISPOSED
Observed standing water at pipe where walk in condenser drains waste water, observed some standing water in floor drain. Please ensure waste water flows freely from facility, please use licensed plumber if facility is having standing waste water to ensure proper drainage.
#27
CORRECTED MAJOR
FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED
Raw chicken drips contaminate everything below with Salmonella and Campylobacter. Cross-contamination causes massive outbreaks affecting hundreds.
Observed raw meat and cooked meat stored on same shelf. Please separate food according to minimum internal temperature, Chinese language food safety guide provided.
#33
MINOR
NONFOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Dirty surfaces harbor pests and serve as bacteria reservoirs. Accumulated grease and food debris attract cockroaches and rodents.
Observed buildup of grime on shelves, fan guards in walk in. Please ensure shelving, fan guards, other surfaces in walk in are cleaned and maintained.
#35
MINOR
EQUIPMENT APPROVED: CLEAN; INSTALLED; GOOD REPAIR; CAPACITY
Household equipment cannot withstand commercial use and harbors bacteria in cracks. Latex gloves cause severe allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Observed unused knives under counter at main refrigerator with grime on blades, please ensure knives, utensils are stored clean and in a sanitary manner.
#35
MINOR
EQUIPMENT APPROVED: CLEAN; INSTALLED; GOOD REPAIR; CAPACITY
Household equipment cannot withstand commercial use and harbors bacteria in cracks. Latex gloves cause severe allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Observed unused knives under counter at main refrigerator with grime on blades, please ensure knives, utensils are stored clean and in a sanitary manner.

Inspector Information

Received By xiaosuliu
Data sourced directly from SF Department of Public Health