CLOSURE NOTICE
Tsing Tao Restaurant Closed by Health Department
TSING TAO RESTAURANT
3107 CLEMENT ST SAN FRANCISCO CA 94121, SF 94121
Outer RichmondNear 38 Geary Bus
August 19, 2025
2:10 PM - 3:30 PM
Follow_up Inspection
7
Total Violations
7
Minor
Violations Cited
7
#14
MINOR
FOOD CONTACT SURFACES: CLEAN AND SANITIZED (CORRECTED ON SITE)
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
1) Observed staff not using the three step washing method or the dishwasher before hanging up ladle. COS- Inspector instructed operator on the three step washing method and provided stickers in Chinese to help with the process. *When washing equipment make sure to follow the three step method: Wash with soap, rinse with hot water, and soak in sanitizer solution IF not using the dishwasher.*
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114099, 114099.6, 114117
#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
1) Observed no valid food safety certification. *Provide valid documentation and submit to Jessica.Jang@sfdph.org.*
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113947.1
#27
MINOR
FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED (CORRECTED ON SITE)
Why This Matters
Raw chicken drips contaminate everything below with Salmonella and Campylobacter. Cross-contamination causes massive outbreaks affecting hundreds.
What Was Observed
1) Observed raw eggs on a shelf above the onions in the walk-in cooler. COS- Operator relocated the onions above the raw eggs. *Keep all raw eggs below ready-to-eat foods.*
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113986, 113988
#33
MINOR
NONFOOD CONTACT SURFACES 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
1) Observed grease build-up at the cooking equipment:
- At the four range stove
- The surface of the hot-water heater
- The cooking surfaces of the cook-line near the wok station
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114115, 114117
#37
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION AND LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS, USE
What Was Observed
1) Observed grease build-up ventilation hoods. The service stickers are due this month. *Clean and de-grease.*
#44
MINOR
FLOORS, WALLS AND CEILING: BUILT, MAINTAINED AND CLEAN
Why This Matters
Cracks and holes allow pest entry and make cleaning impossible. Deteriorated surfaces harbor bacteria that contaminate food and equipment.
What Was Observed
1) Observed grease build-up at the floors in both cooking areas and prep areas *CLEAN and DEGREASE.*
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114143, 114266
#44
MINOR
FLOORS, WALLS AND CEILING: BUILT, MAINTAINED AND CLEAN
Why This Matters
Cracks and holes allow pest entry and make cleaning impossible. Deteriorated surfaces harbor bacteria that contaminate food and equipment.
What Was Observed
1) Observed grease build-up at the floors in both cooking areas and prep areas *CLEAN and DEGREASE.*
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114143, 114266