The Health Department of San Diego conducted health inspections at restaurants on April 8. Two restaurants had unsatisfactory performance and were ordered closed due to safety issues. One underwent a routine inspection, while the other was a re-inspection.
Please note that the results mentioned here are from a particular inspection conducted on April 8 and may not represent the future health inspection status of the food establishments.
Highlights
- Two restaurants located on University Avenue in San Diego failed health inspections and were temporarily closed.
- Of the two closed restaurants, one offered African cuisine, and the other had Vietnamese specialties.
- Vermin infestation and other violations observed during the inspection led to the decision.
777 Noodle House Ordered Closed Due to Violations
- Where: 4686 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92105
- When: April 8, 2025
777 Noodle House takes its diners on a journey to Southeast Asia. Their menu is famous for traditional Vietnamese dishes. Those craving Chinese, Thai, or Cambodian cuisine can get it at this restaurant on any day of the week.
A routine health inspection was conducted at the restaurant, in which Multiple violations of the food safety code were observed. The inspecting officer cited the violations in the report and announced a temporary closure until further notice.
- Major vermin infestation
- Food holding temperatures were not maintained as per expected standards
- Nonfood contact surfaces were not clean and had grease accumulation
- The floor tiles and wall behind the sink were damaged and broken
African Spice Sambusa Failed the Re-inspection
- Where: 6197 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92115
- When: April 8, 2025
African Spice Sambusa operates 7 days a week and offers African dishes to diners. From sambusa to fufu, the restaurant provides a range of African appetizers, entrees, and beverages. The restaurant is known for serving dishes featuring traditional African spices and recipes.
A status verification inspection was conducted at the restaurant on April 2, 2025, and no violations were observed. In a re-inspection conducted on April 8, the restaurant was found to have food safety shortcomings. The officials decided to order a temporary closure until rectifications are made.
As per the report, violations observed by the inspecting officer at the restaurant were:
- Vermin infestation
- Unclean and unsterilized food contact surfaces
- The cleanliness of nonfood contact surfaces was out of compliance with standards
- Unpleasant and dusty conditions on the floors, walls, and ceilings
- Toilet facilities were not in compliance with good retail practices
These health inspections are conducted periodically to control the spread of food pathogens. Both restaurants now need to eliminate each violation. Details regarding follow-up inspections have not yet been announced. But once the restaurants undergo and pass the re-inspection, they will be allowed to operate again.
