FAIL
Sohunan Fails Reinspection
August 22, 2025
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Reinspection Inspection
4
Total Violations
2
Major
2
Minor
Inspector's Report
Chinatown Hunan restaurant failed reinspection. Some violations corrected: food temps OK, wastewater leaks fixed, some droppings cleaned. Still uncorrected: no food safety manager, dishwasher at 0ppm sanitizer, warm water only 84F, mouse droppings by water heaters.
Violations Cited
4
#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
Dishwash machine dispensing 0 ppm chlorine sanitizer during sanitize cycle. Provide at least 50 ppm chlorine.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114099, 114099.6, 114117
#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
Mouse droppings still found next to water heaters in downstairs restroom. Other locations cleaned. Continue regular pest control.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114259, 114259.1, 114259.3
#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
Facility lacks food safety manager. Only one of approximately four employees has food handler card. Obtain certifications and maintain evidence onsite.
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
Facility lacks food safety manager. Only one of approximately four employees has food handler card. Obtain certifications and maintain evidence onsite.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113947.1