The San Francisco Department of Public Health conducted inspections on July 8, temporarily closing two restaurants due to multiple violations, including rodent droppings.
Please note that the results mentioned here are from health inspections conducted on July 8. They may not reflect the future health inspection status of the food establishments.
Highlights
- Tara Indian Cuisine was ordered to stop food operations due to violations, including the presence of cockroaches.
- Dumpling Story was also asked to close temporarily based on the results of the San Francisco Department of Public Health.
- To reopen, both San Francisco restaurants must take corrective measures according to their inspection reports.
Tara Indian Cuisine
Delicious Indian food items at Tara Indian Cuisine (Source: taraindiancuisine.com)
- Where: 2217 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94114, United States
- When: July 8, 2025
Tara Indian Cuisine serves a variety of Indian dishes, including butter chicken masala, saag paneer, and garlic naan. However, the San Francisco eatery was ordered to close temporarily due to the violations noted by the San Francisco Department of Public Health.
Inspection Findings
Food inspectors observed that rice was kept in a rice warmer at 114°F, which was below the required temperature of 135°F or above for hot food items. Inspectors found that cold foods were held at improper temperatures.
Inspectors noted several cleanliness issues at the restaurant. A dirty wiping cloth was found to be in contact with the naan dough at Tara Indian Cuisine. Inspectors observed one live cockroach and two smaller ones near the 3-compartment sink. Inspectors found a cockroach among food debris in the preparation area.
The on-site inspectors noted food residue on the outlet of the hand-wash sink. They observed food debris accumulation on prep coolers at the Indian food facility as well.
Tara Indian Cuisine was reported to have cracks in the walls, tile near the stairs, and behind the 3-compartment sink. Additionally, leaking pipes were observed under the 3-compartment sink and the pre-rinse sink.
Dumpling Story
Dumplings and other items at Dumpling Story (Source: dumplingstoryvalencia.com)
- Where: 694 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94110, United States
- When: July 8, 2025
The restaurant specializes in handmade dumplings made with fresh ingredients. Menu items include crispy fried dumplings and other handmade offerings.
However, Dumpling Story ended its food operations temporarily on June 8 after failing a routine health inspection. The San Francisco Department of Public Health listed a range of violations in its inspection report for the dumpling spot.
Inspection Findings
Food inspectors first observed steel wool inside the handwash sink in the front kitchen of Dumpling Story. They also observed improper food storage temperatures. Cooked noodles were kept at room temperature, exceeding the required cold storage limit of 41°F.
The on-site inspectors pointed out a missing sanitation solution at Dumpling Story. After this, they observed rodent droppings on kitchen shelves, stacks of metal pans, around the water heater, and more.
Inspectors found raw minced chicken stored improperly above produce. Several uncovered food items were also noted during the inspection. These include sauces, cut carrots in water, flour bags, and more.
Inspectors noted a missing grill at the ventilation hood in Dumpling Story’s kitchen. Their inspection report highlighted water accumulation under the 3-compartment sink.
Both restaurants must complete corrective actions outlined in their inspection reports from the San Francisco Department of Public Health. Once measures are followed, food inspectors may return and allow them to reopen.
