A routine health inspection conducted on December 1, 2025, at The Tailor’s Son, an Italian restaurant located at 2049 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94115, has resulted in the establishment being ordered to close temporarily due to serious food safety violations. The San Francisco Health Department issued a red placard, indicating immediate action was necessary to protect public health.
The inspection report highlighted multiple violations, including a significant rodent infestation and improper food temperature management. Specific findings indicated that cooked potatoes were stored at 54°F, well above the required safe holding temperature of 41°F for cold food. Additionally, ground meat and marinated chicken were found at 45°F and 46°F, respectively, in a cooler that was operating at 47°F.
Major Violations Documented
The inspection revealed several alarming conditions within the restaurant. Cooked beef was discovered at 82°F in the walk-in cooler, having been left to cool for more than two hours. Ice wands used for cooling vegetable stock were ineffective, as temperatures remained at 140°F after an hour. The report also noted the presence of black and orange mold in the kitchen, along with contaminated ice due to dripping water.
Rodent droppings were found in various areas, including the front bar shelves, dry storage areas, and beneath kitchen sinks. The health report mandated that all entry points be sealed and recommended hiring professional pest control services to address the infestation.
Compounding these concerns, the mechanical dishwasher in the front bar was malfunctioning and not in use during the inspection.
Next Steps for The Tailor’s Son
Following the findings, the health department suspended the restaurant’s health permit, effectively closing its doors until further notice. To reopen, The Tailor’s Son must rectify all identified violations to earn a green placard, which indicates compliance with health regulations. The establishment may request a reinspection once it has addressed the necessary corrections.
According to the health department, the restaurant is required to eliminate the vermin issue and conduct a thorough cleaning and sanitization of its premises. The situation underscores the importance of adhering to health standards to ensure the safety of patrons and staff alike.
For further details, the full health inspection report is available on the health department’s official website.
