CONDITIONAL
New Lien Hing Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection
November 6, 2025
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM
Routine Inspection
5
Total Violations
3
Major
2
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Inspector's Report
Routine inspection revealed expired food safety manager certification and multiple food storage violations. Food contact surfaces had improperly stored knives, produce boxes were stored on floors instead of 6 inches above, and mold-like buildup was found in walk-in cooler fan covers. Soiled wiping cloths were improperly stored on food prep surfaces.
Violations Cited
5
#14
CORRECTED
MAJOR
Food Contact Surfaces Not 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 knives being stored crammed in space behind the meat prep counter and wall space. DISCONTINUE this unapproved practice. Store on all knives on cleaned and sanitized surfaces. COS - Employee sanitized the knives and stored on food prep counter.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114099, 114099.6, 114117
#27
MAJOR
Food Not 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 produce boxes and bags being stored on the floor. DISCONTINUE this unapproved practice. Keep all food and food containers at least 6" off the floor to protect from potential contamination.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113986, 113988
#33
MAJOR
Nonfood Contact Surfaces Not 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
Observed mold like debris buildup in several walk in cooler fan covers, CLEAN and SANITIZE the fan covers.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114115, 114117
#1B
MINOR
Food Safety Manager Certification Expired
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
Observed food safety manager certificate posted to be expired. Provide a copy of a blind food safety certificate to your inspector via email to Lucas.willis@sfdph.org.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113947.1
#1B
MINOR
Food Safety Manager Certification Expired
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
Observed food safety manager certificate posted to be expired. Provide a copy of a blind food safety certificate to your inspector via email to Lucas.willis@sfdph.org.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113947.1