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Kung Food Fails Health Inspection
KUNG FOOD
1615 MCALLISTER ST SAN FRANCISCO CA 94117, SF 94117
Haight-AshburyNear N-Judah/Cole Valley
October 28, 2025
10:30 AM - 11:35 AM
Routine Inspection
12
Total Violations
3
Major
9
Minor
Violations Cited
12
#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 mice droppings on ground
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114259, 114259.1, 114259.3
#27
MAJOR
FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED (CORRECTED ON SITE)
Why This Matters
Raw chicken drips contaminate everything below with Salmonella and Campylobacter. Cross-contamination causes massive outbreaks affecting hundreds.
What Was Observed
discontinue storing food inside sanitizer buckets discontinue storing foods directly on ground
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113986, 113988
#7
MAJOR
PROPER HOT AND COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES (CORRECTED ON SITE)
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
PHFs (eggs, chicken) stored at approx 49F
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113996, 114037
#14
MINOR
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 in ALL food prep areas Discontinue storing food items directly under soap dispenser Discontinue food items inside of sanitizer buckets 114117, 114125(b), 114141
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114099, 114099.6, 114117
#30
MINOR
FOOD STORAGE; FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IDENTIFIED
Why This Matters
Improper storage allows pest access and temperature abuse. Food on floor contacts contaminated water during cleaning. Expired foods cause illness.
What Was Observed
discontinue storing items directly on ground discontinue reusing cardboard boxes to store foods Zack Parsons Inspector (415) 252-3848 Inspector Phone zack.parsons@sfdph.org Inspector Email Xiao Chuan Yang Person in Charge Refused to Sign Current 2 Total 4 Inspection Date 10/28/2025 KUNG FOOD Permit Name 1615 MCALLISTER ST, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94117 Address Violation Display (Using Iterative Output)
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114047, 114049
#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
deep clean nonfood contact surfaces including handles, shelving, etc. facility in need of thorough deep cleaning
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114115, 114117
#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
deep clean insides and outsides of equipment remove unused/broken equipment 114182
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114130, 114160
#37
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION AND LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS, USE
What Was Observed
clean hood filters. large build up of grease throughout kitchen and storage areas on floors, walls, ceilings
#39
MINOR
WIPING CLOTHS; PROPERLY USED AND STORED (CORRECTED ON SITE)
Why This Matters
Dirty wiping cloths spread millions of bacteria across surfaces. Cloths used on raw meat spread Salmonella and E. coli throughout kitchen.
What Was Observed
discontinue storing wiping cloths on tabletops replace wiping cloths once dirty
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114099.6
#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
repair leaking/broken sinks/drains
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
deep clean floors, walls, ceilings, etc Zack Parsons Inspector (415) 252-3848 Inspector Phone zack.parsons@sfdph.org Inspector Email Xiao Chuan Yang Person in Charge Refused to Sign Current 4 Total 4
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
deep clean floors, walls, ceilings, etc Zack Parsons Inspector (415) 252-3848 Inspector Phone zack.parsons@sfdph.org Inspector Email Xiao Chuan Yang Person in Charge Refused to Sign Current 4 Total 4
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114143, 114266