An object of the present invention is to provide a novel strain that is capable of effectively inhibiting the growth of microorganisms such as fungi and Staphylococcus aureus, is safe, and does not influence the flavor and taste of foods. The present invention relates to a strain of Lactobacillus sanfranciscensis WB1006 (FERM ABP-11246), and also relates to a food produced with the use of the strain.本發明之課題在於提供一種有效地抑制黴菌或金黃色葡萄球菌等之增殖、安全且對食品風味之影響較少的新穎菌株。本發明係關於舊金山乳酸桿菌WB1006(Lactobacillus sanfranciscensisWB1006)(FERM ABP-11246)之菌株。又,本發明係關於一種使用該菌株之食品。