FAIL
Yin Xing Food Co Fails Health Inspection
YIN XING FOOD CO INC
661 CLEMENT ST SAN FRANCISCO CA 94118, SF 94118
Inner RichmondNear 38 Geary Bus
October 3, 2025
9:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Routine Inspection
7
Total Violations
2
Major
5
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 rodent droppings in the basement floor under the dry goods storage racks. Clean and sanitize affected areas and continue to monitor for vermin. Recommend obtain licensed pest control services. Correct By Date: 10/04/2025
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114259, 114259.1, 114259.3
#7
MAJOR
PROPER HOT AND COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES (CORRECTED ON SITE)
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
Immediately discontinue storing potential hazardous foods out at room temperature. Observed the following potentially hazardous food out at room temperature: -Enoki mushroom (51F) -Snow white mushroom (52F) -Bean sprouts (57F) -fresh noodles (52F) COS - PIC placed the foods in refrigerator unit. Per PIC the foods were placed out less than 30 minutes prior during the markets morning opening.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113996, 114037
#21
MINOR
HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AVAILABLE
Why This Matters
Without hot water, dishes cannot be sanitized and hands cannot be properly washed. Allows survival of viruses and bacteria that cause foodborne illness.
What Was Observed
Observed handle for hot water to be missing at the food preparation sink. Make the necessary repairs to provide hot water of at least 120F at the food preparation sink. Correct By Date: 10/10/2025
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114192
#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
Observed food debris buildup in the produce display cooler next to the restroom. Clean and sanitize the door gaskets. Correct By Date: 10/03/2025
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114115, 114117
#43
MINOR
PREMISES; PERSONAL/CLEANING ITEMS; VERMIN PROOFING
Why This Matters
Clutter provides harborage for rodents and cockroaches. Cardboard harbors cockroach eggs. Each egg case contains 30-40 nymphs.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114067, 114123
#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
Clean and sanitize the floors where food debris was observed: -Under front window display -Bagged rice containers -center produce display units Lucas Willis Inspector Inspector Phone lucas.willis@sfdph.org Inspector Email shenquan wu Person in Charge Refused to Sign Current 3 Total 3
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
Clean and sanitize the floors where food debris was observed: -Under front window display -Bagged rice containers -center produce display units Lucas Willis Inspector Inspector Phone lucas.willis@sfdph.org Inspector Email shenquan wu Person in Charge Refused to Sign Current 3 Total 3
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114143, 114266