San Diego Bay Seafood
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026
90
Score
San Diego Bay Seafood has been inspected eight times since 2024. The most recent report on file is from Feb 4, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around three violations to closer to one violation per visit over the last few inspections.
When inspectors have written things up, “certified food protection manager” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
By comparison, the average Guadalupe facility scores 95, putting San Diego Bay Seafood on the weaker side. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 4, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed ambient internal temperature of prep table on the cookline to be 48.2'F via min/max thermometer at time of inspection. Per PIC, the unit has been faulty and a work order has been issued for a servicing, which will be taking place in the evening on the date of inspection. PIC moved all TCS/RTE foods to alternative refrigeration at time of inspection. PIC will discontinue use of the unit until it has been fixed. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below
4-301.11
90
Dec 15, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 13, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: The ice baffle of the ice machine's interior has a slight buildup of organic residue. Have the ice machine properly cleaned and maintain clean at all times
4-602.11(E)
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
Inspector notes: Two damp wiping cloths in the kitchen were not returned promptly to the sanitizer buckets. Return damp wiping cloths promptly to the sanitizer buckets. Corrected by owner
3-304.14
90
Sep 30, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 17, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The chlorine concentration of the wiping-cloth bucket was too strong and was measured at 200 ppm Cl2. The manager then remade and rechecked the salsa at 100 ppm
7-204.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: No paper towels at the rear kitchen handwashing sink. Maintain paper towels at all times at the handwashing sink. Corrected by manager
6-301.12
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: There was some shrimp thawing in a container of standing water in the prep sink. The shrimp must thaw under cold-running water, or in the refrigerator, or with ice. the cook the put the shrimp in the refrigerator
3-501.13
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The ice scoop was stored laying down with the handle touching the ice in the soda fountain ice bin. The scoop's handle must be facing up. Corrected by manager
3-304.12
Toilets and Urinals
Inspector notes: The women's restroom toilet seat is cracked and must be replaced
5-203.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The certified food-service manager was not present during the inspection. Provide a certified food-service manager during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Packages of raw frozen bacon were stored above tortillas and salsa in the reach-in refrigerator. The manager then relocated the raw bacon to the bottom shelf
3-302.11(A3-8)
61
Mar 20, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed menu item missing the consumer advisory asterisk: side of eggs any style on the lunch menu. Also observed menu items with the consumer advisory asterisk while it doesn't apply to the item: coconut chia bowl and 3 egg omelet. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) facility must provide approved consumer advisory at all points of sale. PIC had employee immediately make the changes at time of inspection
3-603.11
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a deep container of green salsa in the reach-in in the back of the restaurant with an internal temperature of 49*F degrees measured with a probing thermometer in the center. Per PIC the salsa was made the previous day. Discussed with PIC TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means. Embargoed the green salsa and PIC discarded at time of inspection
3-501.15(A)
Single-use articles reused
Inspector notes: Observed several single use containers from fruit buckets, bar mixers pouring containers and sour cream containers that are being reused for storing food. Discussed with PIC the single use items are not designed to be washed and reused for food products. Replace the single use containers with food safe reusable containers
4-502.13(A)
78
Sep 20, 2024
Routine
4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM)in the facility during time of inspection. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) a CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed many containers of Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food (RTE/TCS) in the main reach-in of the prep area, without any plastic wrap or lids. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) cover the containers to avoid contamination. PIC covered the food containers at the time of inspection
3-302.11(A3-8)
Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed
Inspector notes: Observed missing caulking along the wall and the three compartment sink, hand sink in the dish area, hand sink along the server line and hand sink in the bar. Discussed with PIC to ensure to reapply caulking in order to create a smooth and cleanable surface
4-402.11
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed under soda machine to have 3 white drainage pipes draining into a floor sink missing the 1-inch gap of air. Discussed with PIC to raise the drainage pipes and include a minimum of a 1-inch of air from the drainage and the floor sink. Discussed with PIC to repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection
5-205.15(B)
82
Jun 27, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: >>>Observed in the reach in the back of the restaurant denatured shrimp (shrimp cooked with lime juice) stored above an open container of cooked shrimp. PIC moved raw shrimp proteins below RTE foods. All raw animal proteins must be stored below RTE foods and stored according to cooking temperature to prevent cross contamination
3-302.11(A1-2)
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: >>>Observed chemical dishwasher in kitchen with a chlorine concentration of 0 ppm chlorine at the time of inspection. PIC applied a "do not use sign" to the dishwashing unit and switched to using 3-compartment sink until chlorine concentration in the dishwasher can be corrected to between 50-100 ppm chlorine. Discussed the importance of proper sanitization of dishes and equipment with the PIC at the time of inspection
4-501.114(A-E)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was San Diego Bay Seafood last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at San Diego Bay Seafood on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at San Diego Bay Seafood?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at San Diego Bay Seafood.
How does San Diego Bay Seafood compare to other restaurants in Guadalupe?
San Diego Bay Seafood most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Guadalupe average of 95.
Has San Diego Bay Seafood's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at San Diego Bay Seafood have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at San Diego Bay Seafood means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is San Diego Bay Seafood inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, San Diego Bay Seafood is inspected around five times per year on average.
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