CONDITIONAL
Say Cheese Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection
SAY CHEESE
856 COLE ST SAN FRANCISCO CA 94117-3908, SF 94117
Haight-AshburyDeliNear N-Judah/Cole Valley
October 22, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Routine Inspection
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor
3
Corrected On Site
Inspector's Report
Routine inspection found multiple violations including mouse droppings in storage, malfunctioning refrigerators, and hand washing issues. Follow-up required by 10/29/2025.
Violations Cited
6
#23
CRITICAL
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
Mouse droppings found in back storage area. Obtain pest control service and seal cracks and holes.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114259, 114259.1, 114259.3
#35
MAJOR
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
Remove or repair inoperable refrigeration units. Repair doors on reach-in cooler that do not close properly.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114130, 114160
#5
CORRECTED
MAJOR
HANDS CLEAN AND PROPERLY WASHED; PROPER GLOVE USE
Why This Matters
Sewage contains billions of pathogens including hepatitis A, norovirus, and E. coli. One tablespoon contains 100 million bacteria. Causes immediate severe illness.
What Was Observed
Employee received delivery and returned to food preparation without washing hands.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114193, 114197
#7
CORRECTED
MAJOR
PROPER HOT AND COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
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
Reach in refrigerator nearest windows measured 44F. Employee relocated PHF to working refrigerator.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113996, 114037
#1B
MINOR
FOOD SAFETY MANAGER CERTIFICATION AND FOOD HANDLER CARD
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
Provide current Food Safety Manager certificate. All employees must possess food handler card.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113947.1
#1B
MINOR
FOOD SAFETY MANAGER CERTIFICATION AND FOOD HANDLER CARD
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
Provide current Food Safety Manager certificate. All employees must possess food handler card.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113947.1