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H14 - Certified Farmers Markets · San Francisco, CA

Ferry Plaza Farmers Market

The Embarcadero & Market St

Last inspected Jun 21, 2025 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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14 inspections

Routine

Jun 21, 2025

Pass

3 recorded violations

notedCode 113996, 113998, 114037, 114343, 114000, 114004Food temperature

Official wording

Keep all potentially hazardous food at a temperature not to exceed 45°F for up to 12 hours in any 24-hour period. At the end of the operating day, potentially hazardous food that is held at 45°F shall be destroyed in a manner approved by the enforcement agency. At the end of the operating day, potentially hazardous food that is held at or above 135°F shall be destroyed in a manner approved by the enforcement officer. When time only, rather than time and temperature is used as a public health control, records and documentation must be maintained., 113984(d), 114097, 114099.1, 114099.4, 114099.6, 114101(b-d), 114105, 114109, 114111, 114113, 114115(a, b ,d), 114117, 114125(b), 114141 - Maintain all food contact surfaces, utensils and equipment, in clean and sanitary condition. Make a 100 ppm bleach sanitizing solution or a 200 ppm quaternary ammonia solution for the third compartment at the 3 compartment sink setup.

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
notedCode 114358Handwashing

Official wording

Provide handwashing facilities within the TFF, supplied with sufficient continuous flow of warm (100˚F-108˚F) water and must remain clean and accessible at all times. Handwashing cleanser, single use sanitary towels, and catch basin shall be provided at all times.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems
notedCode 113980, 113984 (a, b, d, e, f), 113986, 114060, 114067 (a, d, e), 114069, 114073Handwashing

Official wording

Store produce and ready-to-eat foods completely separate or above raw eggs, fish, meat, ratites, game animals, and poultry to prevent against cross contamination. Provide adequate sneeze-guard protection for all opened food items., 114358 - Provide handwashing facilities within the TFF, supplied with sufficient continuous flow of warm (100˚F-108˚F) water and must remain clean and accessible at all times. Handwashing cleanser, single use sanitary towels, and catch basin shall be provided at all times.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems

Official record from San Francisco Department of Public Health, Environmental Health, Jun 21, 2025 · Original Source

Routine

Jun 14, 2025

Pass

1 recorded violation

notedCode 113980, 113984 (a, b, d, e, f), 113986, 114060, 114067 (a, d, e), 114069, 114073Contamination

Official wording

Store produce and ready-to-eat foods completely separate or above raw eggs, fish, meat, ratites, game animals, and poultry to prevent against cross contamination. Provide adequate sneeze-guard protection for all opened food items.

In plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

More about food not protected from contamination

Official record from San Francisco Department of Public Health, Environmental Health, Jun 14, 2025 · Original Source

Routine

May 31, 2025

Pass

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from San Francisco Department of Public Health, Environmental Health, May 31, 2025 · Original Source

Routine

Apr 17, 2025

Pass

1 recorded violation

notedCode 113996, 113998, 114037, 114343, 114000, 114004Food temperature

Official wording

Keep all potentially hazardous food at a temperature not to exceed 45°F for up to 12 hours in any 24-hour period. At the end of the operating day, potentially hazardous food that is held at 45°F shall be destroyed in a manner approved by the enforcement agency. At the end of the operating day, potentially hazardous food that is held at or above 135°F shall be destroyed in a manner approved by the enforcement officer. When time only, rather than time and temperature is used as a public health control, records and documentation must be maintained.

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

Official record from San Francisco Department of Public Health, Environmental Health, Apr 17, 2025 · Original Source

Routine

Apr 16, 2025

Result not listed

1 recorded violation

notedCode 113996, 113998, 114037, 114343, 114000, 114004Food temperature

Official wording

Keep all potentially hazardous food at a temperature not to exceed 45°F for up to 12 hours in any 24-hour period. At the end of the operating day, potentially hazardous food that is held at 45°F shall be destroyed in a manner approved by the enforcement agency. At the end of the operating day, potentially hazardous food that is held at or above 135°F shall be destroyed in a manner approved by the enforcement officer. When time only, rather than time and temperature is used as a public health control, records and documentation must be maintained.

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

Official record from San Francisco Department of Public Health, Environmental Health, Apr 16, 2025 · Original Source

Routine

Apr 10, 2025

Pass

1 recorded violation

notedCode 113996, 113998, 114037, 114343, 114000, 114004Food temperature

Official wording

Keep all potentially hazardous food at a temperature not to exceed 45°F for up to 12 hours in any 24-hour period. At the end of the operating day, potentially hazardous food that is held at 45°F shall be destroyed in a manner approved by the enforcement agency. At the end of the operating day, potentially hazardous food that is held at or above 135°F shall be destroyed in a manner approved by the enforcement officer. When time only, rather than time and temperature is used as a public health control, records and documentation must be maintained.

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

Official record from San Francisco Department of Public Health, Environmental Health, Apr 10, 2025 · Original Source

Routine

Apr 8, 2025

Pass

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from San Francisco Department of Public Health, Environmental Health, Apr 8, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Aug 21, 2024

Result not listed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from San Francisco Department of Public Health, Environmental Health, Aug 21, 2024 · Original Source

Routine

Jun 22, 2024

Pass

5 recorded violations

notedCode 114244, 114245, 114245.1, 114245.2, 114245.3, 114245.4, 114245.5, 114245.6, 1142Pests

Official wording

Keep all food waste and rubbish in a leak-proof and rodent-proof containers. Containers shall be covered at all times. All waste must be removed and disposed of as frequently as necessary to prevent a nuisance. The exterior premises of each food facility shall be kept clean and free of litter and rubbish.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

More about signs of rodents or insects
notedCode 114099, 114351, 114107Handwashing

Official wording

Obtain sanitizer test strips to monitor concentration of sanitizer solution., 114358 - Provide handwashing facilities within the TFF, supplied with sufficient continuous flow of warm (100˚F-108˚F) water and must remain clean and accessible at all times. Handwashing cleanser, single use sanitary towels, and catch basin shall be provided at all times.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems
notedCode 113980, 113984 (a, b, d, e, f), 113986, 114060, 114067 (a, d, e), 114069, 114073Contamination

Official wording

Store produce and ready-to-eat foods completely separate or above raw eggs, fish, meat, ratites, game animals, and poultry to prevent against cross contamination. Provide adequate sneeze-guard protection for all opened food items.

In plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

More about food not protected from contamination
notedCode 113980, 113984 (a, b, d, e, f), 113986, 114060, 114067 (a, d, e), 114069, 114073Handwashing

Official wording

Store produce and ready-to-eat foods completely separate or above raw eggs, fish, meat, ratites, game animals, and poultry to prevent against cross contamination. Provide adequate sneeze-guard protection for all opened food items., 114099, 114351, 114107 - Obtain sanitizer test strips to monitor concentration of sanitizer solution., 114358 - Provide handwashing facilities within the TFF, supplied with sufficient continuous flow of warm (100˚F-108˚F) water and must remain clean and accessible at all times. Handwashing cleanser, single use sanitary towels, and catch basin shall be provided at all times.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems
notedCode 113992Handwashing

Official wording

Wash all raw, whole produce thoroughly prior to preparation or consumption., 113984(d), 114097, 114099.1, 114099.4, 114099.6, 114101(b-d), 114105, 114109, 114111, 114113, 114115(a, b ,d), 114117, 114125(b), 114141 - Maintain all food contact surfaces, utensils and equipment, in clean and sanitary condition. Make a 100 ppm bleach sanitizing solution or a 200 ppm quaternary ammonia solution for the third compartment at the 3 compartment sink setup., 114358 - Provide handwashing facilities within the TFF, supplied with sufficient continuous flow of warm (100˚F-108˚F) water and must remain clean and accessible at all times. Handwashing cleanser, single use sanitary towels, and catch basin shall be provided at all times., 113977 - Discontinue allowing employees to eat, drink, or smoke in any work area.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems

Official record from San Francisco Department of Public Health, Environmental Health, Jun 22, 2024 · Original Source

Routine

Jun 20, 2024

Result not listed

1 recorded violation

notedCode 113996, 113998, 114037, 114343, 114000, 114004Food temperature

Official wording

Keep all potentially hazardous food at a temperature not to exceed 45°F for up to 12 hours in any 24-hour period. At the end of the operating day, potentially hazardous food that is held at 45°F shall be destroyed in a manner approved by the enforcement agency. At the end of the operating day, potentially hazardous food that is held at or above 135°F shall be destroyed in a manner approved by the enforcement officer. When time only, rather than time and temperature is used as a public health control, records and documentation must be maintained.

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

Official record from San Francisco Department of Public Health, Environmental Health, Jun 20, 2024 · Original Source

Reinspection

Jun 20, 2024

Pass

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from San Francisco Department of Public Health, Environmental Health, Jun 20, 2024 · Original Source

Routine

Jun 15, 2024

Pass

1 recorded violation

notedCode 113996, 113998, 114037, 114343, 114000, 114004Food temperature

Official wording

Keep all potentially hazardous food at a temperature not to exceed 45°F for up to 12 hours in any 24-hour period. At the end of the operating day, potentially hazardous food that is held at 45°F shall be destroyed in a manner approved by the enforcement agency. At the end of the operating day, potentially hazardous food that is held at or above 135°F shall be destroyed in a manner approved by the enforcement officer. When time only, rather than time and temperature is used as a public health control, records and documentation must be maintained.

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

Official record from San Francisco Department of Public Health, Environmental Health, Jun 15, 2024 · Original Source

Routine

Jun 11, 2024

Pass

2 recorded violations

notedCode 114358Handwashing

Official wording

Provide handwashing facilities within the TFF, supplied with sufficient continuous flow of warm (100˚F-108˚F) water and must remain clean and accessible at all times. Handwashing cleanser, single use sanitary towels, and catch basin shall be provided at all times.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems
notedCode 113996, 113998, 114037, 114343, 114000, 114004Food temperature

Official wording

Keep all potentially hazardous food at a temperature not to exceed 45°F for up to 12 hours in any 24-hour period. At the end of the operating day, potentially hazardous food that is held at 45°F shall be destroyed in a manner approved by the enforcement agency. At the end of the operating day, potentially hazardous food that is held at or above 135°F shall be destroyed in a manner approved by the enforcement officer. When time only, rather than time and temperature is used as a public health control, records and documentation must be maintained.

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

Official record from San Francisco Department of Public Health, Environmental Health, Jun 11, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 4, 2024

Pass

1 recorded violation

notedCode 114193, 114193.1, 114269Handwashing

Official wording

Equipment that discharges liquid waste, e.g. food preparation sinks, dishwashing machines, steam tables, ice machines and bins, espresso machines, walk-in refrigeration units, shall have approved indirect drainage through an air gap into a floor sink or other approved receiving vessel., 114192, 113953 - Pressurized warm water shall be provided by all handwashing sinks for a minimum of 15 seconds through a mixing valve or combination faucet. At handwashing sinks where the water temperature provided is not readily adjustable at the faucets, warm water between 100°F-108°F shall be provided., 114192, 113953 - The water supply shall be from a water system approved by the local enforcement agency. , 114149.1 - Mechanical exhaust ventilation equipment shall be provided over all cooking equipment as required to effectively remove cooking odors, smoke, steam, grease, heat, and vapors.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems

Official record from San Francisco Department of Public Health, Environmental Health, Apr 4, 2024 · Original Source

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