Pizza Restaurant in San Francisco Recommended to Close Over Multiple Violations

Yummy Pizza, located on O’Farrell Street, was cited for cockroach infestation and other unsanitary conditions.

Written By Saheba Khatun
Image of O'Farrell Street’s Yummy Pizza’s front door (Image credit: Yelp)

[Editor’s note: The report referenced in this article reflects conditions observed during an inspection conducted on April 6 and does not represent the establishment’s current status.]

A San Francisco pizza restaurant has been ordered to close following a recent health inspection on April 6. The San Francisco Department of Public Health, Environmental Health Branch, found several major health code violations, including cockroach infestations and unsafe food handling practices.

WhatNow has reached out to the restaurant for comment and will update the story upon receiving a response.

Yummy Pizza

Yummy Pizza inspection report screenshot
A screenshot of the official inspection report (Image Credit: inspections.myhealthdepartment.com)
  • When: April 6, 2026
  • Where: 709 O’Farrell St, San Francisco, CA 94109

Yummy Pizza is known for serving a variety of late-night pizza and unique desserts. According to the inspection report, the violations included:

  • The handwashing sink was obstructed by batter and fries and could not be used.
  • The inspection report noted that the food was stored at improper temperatures. Cooked chicken was held at 120°F, below the required hot holding temperature.
  • A proper sanitizer bucket was not present near the food preparation area.
  • The restaurant failed to provide the required food handler certification.
Screenshot of the violations
Screenshot of the violations cited in the inspection report (Image Credit: inspections.myhealthdepartment.com)
  • The inspection report noted signs of a cockroach infestation. Live and dead cockroaches were observed in kitchen traps. Dead cockroaches were also found under the prep sink.
  • Ten live insects of different sizes were noticed on the floor, under the food prep sink, inside, and around the reach-in cooler.

The full inspection report is available here.

Follow-Up Inspection

Screenshot of Yummy Pizza inspection report
A screenshot of Yummy Pizza’s inspection report (Image Credit: inspections.myhealthdepartment.com)

According to the official health inspection report, Yummy Pizza had its health permit suspended during the inspection. The establishment must submit required documents, including a pest control report, before a follow-up inspection can be scheduled.

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Saheba Khatun is a journalist and content writer with a strong academic background in English literature and a deep passion for storytelling. She has produced a wide range of work spanning news, features, and human-interest stories, often highlighting the voices and experiences of everyday people. Known for her people-focused, thoughtful, and relatable approach, Saheba aims to inform, inspire, and foster meaningful connections through her writing. With an eye for detail and a commitment to integrity, she believes in the power of words to spark dialogue, shift perspectives, and create lasting impact. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys exploring literature, culture, and community narratives, which continue to fuel her creative process and broaden her worldview.
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