CONDITIONAL
Los Yaquis: Multiple Food Safety Violations - Conditional
November 26, 2025
10:40 AM - 12:05 PM
Routine Inspection
8
Total Violations
1
Critical
5
Major
2
Minor
2
Corrected On Site
Inspector's Report
Multiple food safety violations found including expired food manager certification, improper thawing methods, and rodent droppings. Some violations corrected on site including handwashing facilities and food protection issues.
Violations Cited
8
#43
CRITICAL
Premises; Vermin Proofing
Why This Matters
Clutter provides harborage for rodents and cockroaches. Cardboard harbors cockroach eggs. Each egg case contains 30-40 nymphs.
What Was Observed
Observed a small amount of rodent droppings on the flooring next to the refrigerator with the drinking glasses.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114067, 114123
#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
Observed a mold-like substance growing on the front corners of the condenser cover.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114099, 114099.6, 114117
#26
MAJOR
Approved Thawing Methods
Why This Matters
Improper vacuum packaging creates anaerobic conditions allowing Clostridium botulinum growth. Botulism is fatal in 5-10% of cases. Causes paralysis and respiratory failure.
What Was Observed
Observed thawing of frozen potentially hazardous foods at room temperature. Observed thawing of frozen raw prawns (shrimp) in a pool of water.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114419
#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
Observed food in containers nested on top of uncovered food in the prep top. Staff used plastic film to cover open items.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113986, 113988
#30
MAJOR
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
Observed spray bottles of cleaning chemicals stored directly next to and over open containers of dry food and bagged chilis. Observed bulk bins on the bottom storage shelving with no labels.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114047, 114049
#6
CORRECTED
MAJOR
Adequate Hand Washing Facilities
Why This Matters
Missing handwashing supplies forces employees to skip handwashing. Studies show only 31% of workers wash hands properly when supplies are inadequate. Spreads norovirus to hundreds.
What Was Observed
Observed no soap or single use disposable paper towels at hand sink in rear of facility. Staff provided soap and single use disposable paper towels.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113953, 113953.1, 113953.2
#1B
MINOR
Food Safety Manager Certification
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
Renew expired Food Manager Safety Certification.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113947.1
#1B
MINOR
Food Safety Manager Certification
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
Renew expired Food Manager Safety Certification.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113947.1
Inspector Information
Email
tiombe.wiley@sfdph.org
Received By
margarita sanchez