CONDITIONAL
Luisa's Restauran Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection
LUISA'S RESTAURANT WINE-CHAMPAGNE BAR SINCE 1959
759 COLUMBUS AVE SAN FRANCISCO CA 94133, SF 94133
North BeachNear Powell-Mason Cable Car
October 15, 2025
5:15 PM - 6:00 PM
Routine Inspection
8
Total Violations
2
Major
6
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited
8
#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 heavy spotting (likely from flies) in basement. Observed a few rodent droppings, appeared old, as well as heavy evidence of pest control. Please work with licensed pest control to ensure facility is free from vermin, ensure only approved materials are used, do not allow toxic products to be applied by anyone other than a licensed applicator, send documentation of pest control to district inspector.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114259, 114259.1, 114259.3
#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
1 door upright refrigerator in kitchen was holding at 47F with food that had been in the refrigerator since the night before. All food that was out of temperature for more than 4 hours discarded. Please do not store potentially hazardous food in this refrigerator until it is capable of holding at or below 41F, call district inspector to verify. Food safety guides provided.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113996, 114037
#14
CORRECTED
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
A-No sanitizer bucket was set up at time of inspection. Set up by PIC, corrected on site. Please ensure sanitizer bucket is set up at all times when facility is open, changed every 4 hours or as needed. B-Observed cook ware stored in soapy water at prep top. Corrected on site, explained to employee how to store utensils. 114117, 114125(b), 114141
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114099, 114099.6, 114117
#29
MINOR
TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED AND USED
What Was Observed
Observed residential use insect spray, please remove from facility. Only allow toxic bait applications by licensed professionals.
#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
A-Observed plastic pan used as scoop for tomato sauce in walk in (small sliding door fridge) B-Observed unused equipment in basement that staff says in non-operational, please remove or repair. C-One door upright fridge in kitchen is holding at 47F, please repair or replace. D-Observed an aged gasket on fridge at line, please repair or replace. 114182
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114130, 114160
#42
MINOR
TOILET FACILITIES: FACILITIES PROPERLY MAINTAINED
What Was Observed
Please provide means for restroom door to self close.
#47
MINOR
PERMIT & LICENSE CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE
Why This Matters
Public display of permits and grades allows consumers to make informed decisions. Transparency improves compliance and food safety.
What Was Observed
Please provide current permit and licensed certificate and retain on site - NOTES Ice machine plumbed to sump in basement, plumbed directly to sewer. Under review. Please submit scope of work to district inspector for any construction or work in basement, to determine if plan review or permits are needed within 7 days. Basement lacks approved finishes and hand wash sink (restroom hand wash sink is not approved for food prep) and no food prep is permitted in basement. Michael Mooney Inspector (415) 252-3802 Inspector Phone michael.mooney@sfdph.org Inspector Email Di stefano salvatore Person in Charge Refused to Sign Current 3 Total 4 Inspection Date 10/15/2025 LUISA'S RESTAURANT WINE-CHAMPAGNE BAR SINCE 1959 Permit Name 759 COLUMBUS AVE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94133 Address Violation Display (Using Iterative Output) COO also conducted All other refrigeration below 41F, water above 120F, adequate sanitizer in ware wash machine, facility operational and in good repair. Michael Mooney Inspector (415) 252-3802 Inspector Phone michael.mooney@sfdph.org Inspector Email Di stefano salvatore Person in Charge Refused to Sign Current 4 Total 4
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114381
#47
MINOR
PERMIT & LICENSE CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE
Why This Matters
Public display of permits and grades allows consumers to make informed decisions. Transparency improves compliance and food safety.
What Was Observed
Please provide current permit and licensed certificate and retain on site - NOTES Ice machine plumbed to sump in basement, plumbed directly to sewer. Under review. Please submit scope of work to district inspector for any construction or work in basement, to determine if plan review or permits are needed within 7 days. Basement lacks approved finishes and hand wash sink (restroom hand wash sink is not approved for food prep) and no food prep is permitted in basement. Michael Mooney Inspector (415) 252-3802 Inspector Phone michael.mooney@sfdph.org Inspector Email Di stefano salvatore Person in Charge Refused to Sign Current 3 Total 4 Inspection Date 10/15/2025 LUISA'S RESTAURANT WINE-CHAMPAGNE BAR SINCE 1959 Permit Name 759 COLUMBUS AVE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94133 Address Violation Display (Using Iterative Output) COO also conducted All other refrigeration below 41F, water above 120F, adequate sanitizer in ware wash machine, facility operational and in good repair. Michael Mooney Inspector (415) 252-3802 Inspector Phone michael.mooney@sfdph.org Inspector Email Di stefano salvatore Person in Charge Refused to Sign Current 4 Total 4
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114381