New Thai Elephant, a Thai restaurant in San Francisco, was ordered to close following a recent health inspection that uncovered several violations, including pest infestations. The closure followed findings of pest infestations and other violations during the inspection.
Please note that the report mentioned here is from an inspection conducted on July 7. It may not represent the future health inspection status of this Thai restaurant in San Francisco.
Highlights
- New Thai Elephant in San Francisco was ordered to close after a recent health inspection.
- The San Francisco Department of Public Health led the health inspection on July 7.
- The restaurant must correct all violations before a follow-up inspection can be scheduled.
New Thai Elephant
Where: 393 Bay St, San Francisco, CA 94133
Date: July 7, 2025
The restaurant is known for its Thai classics served in a comfortable environment. A recent health inspection revealed multiple code violations at the restaurant. The on-site inspector reports the following observations in the restaurant:
- The temperature in a three-door prep-top refrigerator measured 50°F, above the safe threshold for storing perishable items.
- The on-site inspector found that the cooking oil was contaminated with an eggshell. Staff discarded the oil, and the inspector recommended additional allergen training.
- The inspector noted an accumulation of a mold-like substance inside the ice machine.
- The document states that no sanitizer buckets were set up at the time of the inspection.
- The inspector spotted knives and utensils stored on the shelf above the 3-basin sink. Moreover, there was food debris on the knife strip.
- According to the person in charge, recent pest control services were performed and documented with a receipt. The inspector found cockroaches in several spots.
- Two dead rodents were on the adhesive board by the kitchen entrance, and rodent droppings were in the corner of the basement.
- The inspector found that toxic substances were not stored properly in the facility. A can of insecticide was found near the prep table in the kitchen. He also found cockroach powder in the basement.
- Several non-food contact surfaces required cleaning. These include the fan guards, refrigerators’ interiors, gaskets of refrigerators, sinks, shelves, equipment, floors, walls, and ceilings.
- The inspector also noted heavy grease buildup on the door frame at the end of the cook line.
A detailed health report of the inspection conducted at New Thai Elephant is available online.
Follow-Up Inspection
The management at New Thai Elephant needs to correct all the violations noted in the report. Upon implementing the corrections, they can request a reinspection. After getting clearance after the reinspection, the restaurant can open for business. Meanwhile, management can also request a hearing within 15 days against the order for closure.
