CONDITIONAL
Viet Quan Vietnam Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection
VIET QUAN VIETNAMESE NOODLE HOUSE
1757 TARAVAL ST SAN FRANCISCO CA 94116-2308, SF 94116
ParksideNear West Portal Muni
October 3, 2025
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Routine Inspection
7
Total Violations
1
Major
6
Minor
Violations Cited
7
#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 mouse droppings on the floor opposite the wall of the employee lockers. Have additional pest control service done after the professional cleaning service has been done.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114259, 114259.1, 114259.3
#26
MINOR
APPROVED THAWING METHODS IN USE
Why This Matters
Improper vacuum packaging creates anaerobic conditions allowing Clostridium botulinum growth. Botulism is fatal in 5-10% of cases. Causes paralysis and respiratory failure.
What Was Observed
Observed raw frozen meats thawing with no temperature controls throughout the back area. Only use 1 of the 4 approved methods for thawing.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114419
#30
MINOR
FOOD STORAGE; FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IDENTIFIED
Why This Matters
Improper storage allows pest access and temperature abuse. Food on floor contacts contaminated water during cleaning. Expired foods cause illness.
What Was Observed
Never keep boxes of raw foods or pots of cooked foods stored directly on the ground. Always keep elevated.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114047, 114049
#39
MINOR
WIPING CLOTHS; PROPERLY USED AND STORED
Why This Matters
Dirty wiping cloths spread millions of bacteria across surfaces. Cloths used on raw meat spread Salmonella and E. coli throughout kitchen.
What Was Observed
Keep wiping cloths fully submerged in the sanitizer solution, and ensure that it is not overly concentrated. Always wash and dry cloths by machines. Discard them when they change color and are no longer easily cleanable. William Bajjalieh Inspector (415) 252-3918 Inspector Phone william.bajjalieh@sfdph.org Inspector Email Benton Tang Person in Charge Refused to Sign Current 3 Total 3
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114099.6
#5
MINOR
HANDS CLEAN AND PROPERLY WASHED; PROPER GLOVE USE (CORRECTED ON SITE)
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
Observed a worker fail to discard gloves after picking up debris from the floor. She was directed to discard gloves and wash hands. Observed another worker fail to discard gloves after picking up raw foods and proceeded to continue with other food preparation. She was directed to discard gloves and wash hands. Obtain more dedicated (preferably metal) utensils such as tongs to avoid hand contact with all food ingredients to help prevent a cross contamination, especially with shrimp as it is an allergen.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114193, 114197
#6
MINOR
ADEQUATE HAND WASHING FACILITIES; SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE (CORRECTED ON SITE)
Why This Matters
Missing handwashing supplies forces employees to skip handwashing. Studies show only 31% of workers wash hands properly when supplies are inadequate. Spreads norovirus to hundreds.
What Was Observed
The only dedicated hand wash sink in the prep area was blocked with two ice scoops being stored in the basin. They were relocated to the dish wash area.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113953, 113953.1, 113953.2
#6
MINOR
ADEQUATE HAND WASHING FACILITIES; SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE (CORRECTED ON SITE)
Why This Matters
Missing handwashing supplies forces employees to skip handwashing. Studies show only 31% of workers wash hands properly when supplies are inadequate. Spreads norovirus to hundreds.
What Was Observed
The only dedicated hand wash sink in the prep area was blocked with two ice scoops being stored in the basin. They were relocated to the dish wash area.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113953, 113953.1, 113953.2