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Al's Food & Liquor

Other food place · San Rafael, CA

14 inspections

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1 problem found · Routine county inspection · Sep 15, 2026

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  1. Code CHSC 114117 CHSC 114117How to fixFix it

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Source: Marin County Community Development Agency, Environmental Health Services

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Inspections

From Marin County Community Development Agency, Environmental Health Services · 14 inspections on record · Last checked Oct 6, 2026

The county visited 2 times in the last 12 months (2 routine).

In the county's data, most inspections are labeled semi-yearly, then yearly; a follow-up visit comes after violations.

Every visit

  1. LatestSep 15, 2026Routine inspectionGreen placard

    This one: Green placard, inspected Sep 15, 2026.

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • Code CHSC 114117

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114117

  2. EarlierDec 29, 2025Routine inspectionGreen placard

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • Code CHSC 114115.c

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114115.c

  3. EarlierAug 6, 2024Routine inspectionGreen placard

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • The ice machine interior white panel was observed with black mold like accumulation on the food contact surfaces. [Corrective action] To prevent cross-contamination, ensure to clean and sanitize food contact surfaces as often as necessary. (REPEAT VIOLATION).

      The department's words

      CHSC 114113 The ice machine interior white panel was observed with black mold like accumulation on the food contact surfaces. [Corrective action] To prevent cross-contamination, ensure to clean and sanitize food contact surfaces as often as necessary. (REPEAT VIOLATION).

  4. EarlierApr 17, 2023Routine inspectionGreen placard

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • the ice machine interior white panel was observed with brown mold like residues on the food contact surfaces. [CA] To prevent cross-contamination, ensure to clean and sanitize food contact surfaces as often as necessary. (REPEAT VIOLATION).

      The department's words

      CHSC 114117 the ice machine interior white panel was observed with brown mold like residues on the food contact surfaces. [CA] To prevent cross-contamination, ensure to clean and sanitize food contact surfaces as often as necessary. (REPEAT VIOLATION).

  5. EarlierApr 14, 2022Routine inspectionGreen placard

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • The ice machine's interior white panel was observed with brown mold like residues on the food contact surfaces in the dry storage area. However, these mold-like residues were not directly in contact with the food (ice). [CA] To prevent cross-contamination, make sure to clean and sanitize food contact surfaces as often as necessary. If food comes directly into contact with this mold like residue, cross-contamination can occur and can get people sick.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114113 The ice machine's interior white panel was observed with brown mold like residues on the food contact surfaces in the dry storage area. However, these mold-like residues were not directly in contact with the food (ice). [CA] To prevent cross-contamination, make sure to clean and sanitize food contact surfaces as often as necessary. If food comes directly into contact with this mold like residue, cross-contamination can occur and can get people sick.

  6. EarlierApr 19, 2021Routine inspectionGreen placard

    No violations listed in the data.

  7. EarlierFeb 20, 2020Routine inspectionGreen placard

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • Clean and sanitize the mop sink regularly to prevent mold growth.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114130 Clean and sanitize the mop sink regularly to prevent mold growth.

  8. EarlierJan 16, 2019Routine inspectionGreen placard

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • Code CHSC 114175

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114175

  9. EarlierOct 18, 2017Routine inspectionGreen placard

    5 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (5)

    • Both condensers in the walk in are dripping water. Repair within 7 days.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114175 Both condensers in the walk in are dripping water. Repair within 7 days.

    • Beer is stored in an exterior outdoor stoage shed. this location is unapproved for the storage of foods. Within 30 days, relocate all food products back into the facility. *Repeat violation. Any new shelving purchased must be ANSI/NSF approved.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114179 Beer is stored in an exterior outdoor stoage shed. this location is unapproved for the storage of foods. Within 30 days, relocate all food products back into the facility. *Repeat violation. Any new shelving purchased must be ANSI/NSF approved.

    • The mop sink is missing a backflow prevent device. Install an atmospheric vacuum breaker at the faucet.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114193 The mop sink is missing a backflow prevent device. Install an atmospheric vacuum breaker at the faucet.

    • Cardboard, equipment, and debris are stored outdoors behind the facility. Remove all items within 30 days.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114245.1 Cardboard, equipment, and debris are stored outdoors behind the facility. Remove all items within 30 days.

    • Submit plans to enclose the outdoor enclosure of or remove all food items.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114380 Submit plans to enclose the outdoor enclosure of or remove all food items.

  10. EarlierSep 19, 2016Follow-up inspectionGreen placard

    6 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (6)

    • The hot water at the mop sink measured 112F. 120F is required. Adjust water heater today.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114192 The hot water at the mop sink measured 112F. 120F is required. Adjust water heater today.

    • Ice bagged on site does not have the required labeling that indicates location where bagged. Provide a label within 30 days.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114089 Ice bagged on site does not have the required labeling that indicates location where bagged. Provide a label within 30 days.

    • Both condensers in the walk in are dripping water. Repair within 7 days.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114175 Both condensers in the walk in are dripping water. Repair within 7 days.

    • Beer is stored in an exterior outdoor stoage shed. this location is unapproved for the storage of foods. Within 30 days, relocate all food products back into the facility. *Repeat violation. Any new shelving purchased must be ANSI/NSF approved.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114179 Beer is stored in an exterior outdoor stoage shed. this location is unapproved for the storage of foods. Within 30 days, relocate all food products back into the facility. *Repeat violation. Any new shelving purchased must be ANSI/NSF approved.

    • Install self-closing device on the restroom door.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114276 Install self-closing device on the restroom door.

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    • Install mop hangers at the mop sink to hang mops up to dry.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114282 Install mop hangers at the mop sink to hang mops up to dry.

  11. EarlierAug 8, 2016Routine inspectionGreen placard

    7 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (7)

    • Soap was not available in the dispenser at the hand sink next to the three compartment sink. Temporarily corrected with house hold soap dispenser. Repair or replace existing dispenser.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113953.2 Soap was not available in the dispenser at the hand sink next to the three compartment sink. Temporarily corrected with house hold soap dispenser. Repair or replace existing dispenser.

    • The hot water at the mop sink measured 112F. 120F is required. Adjust water heater today.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114192 The hot water at the mop sink measured 112F. 120F is required. Adjust water heater today.

    • Ice bagged on site does not have the required labeling that indicates location where bagged. Provide a label within 30 days.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114089 Ice bagged on site does not have the required labeling that indicates location where bagged. Provide a label within 30 days.

    • Both condensers in the walk in are dripping water. Repair within 7 days.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114175 Both condensers in the walk in are dripping water. Repair within 7 days.

    • Beer is stored in an exterior outdoor stoage shed. this location is unapproved for the storage of foods. Within 30 days, relocate all food products back into the facility. *Repeat violation. Any new shelving purchased must be ANSI/NSF approved.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114179 Beer is stored in an exterior outdoor stoage shed. this location is unapproved for the storage of foods. Within 30 days, relocate all food products back into the facility. *Repeat violation. Any new shelving purchased must be ANSI/NSF approved.

    Show 2 more
    • Install self-closing device on the restroom door.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114276 Install self-closing device on the restroom door.

    • Install mop hangers at the mop sink to hang mops up to dry.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114282 Install mop hangers at the mop sink to hang mops up to dry.

  12. EarlierJul 30, 2015Routine inspectionGreen placard

    3 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (3)

    • Remove cardboard from walk-in shelves.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114047 Remove cardboard from walk-in shelves.

    • Keep drain boards of 3-compartment sink clear.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114099 Keep drain boards of 3-compartment sink clear.

    • Clean floors under wooden shelving with beverages.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114268 Clean floors under wooden shelving with beverages.

  13. EarlierOct 7, 2014Follow-up inspectionOnly Minor Violation(s) Found

    6 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (6)

    • Observed the walk-in refrigerator was dimly lighted. Raise the lightbulb wattage to achieve adequate lighting for cleaning purposes.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114252 Observed the walk-in refrigerator was dimly lighted. Raise the lightbulb wattage to achieve adequate lighting for cleaning purposes.

    • Observed an abandoned coffee cart and orange juice press in rear patio for over two years. Take steps to remove the unused equipment from the premises or repair and sanitize for future use.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114130 Observed an abandoned coffee cart and orange juice press in rear patio for over two years. Take steps to remove the unused equipment from the premises or repair and sanitize for future use.

    • Observed a number of cases of canned beverages and beer stored inside a wooden shed. The shed is an unpainted-plywood structure and is located inside the backyard of store property. Provide food service grade surfaces ( floor ,walls and ceiling) and approval from local building authorities or remove shed.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114049 Observed a number of cases of canned beverages and beer stored inside a wooden shed. The shed is an unpainted-plywood structure and is located inside the backyard of store property. Provide food service grade surfaces ( floor ,walls and ceiling) and approval from local building authorities or remove shed.

    • Observed dirt accumulations on floor in storage area. Clean the floors in display area, kitchen and storage areas on a regular bases.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114257 Observed dirt accumulations on floor in storage area. Clean the floors in display area, kitchen and storage areas on a regular bases.

    • Take steps to eliminate fly activity in store near the front and back entry areas.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114259.1 Take steps to eliminate fly activity in store near the front and back entry areas.

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    • Discontinue storing canned beverages inside an unapproved shed. Food must be stored at least 6-inches above an approved floor.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114256 Discontinue storing canned beverages inside an unapproved shed. Food must be stored at least 6-inches above an approved floor.

  14. EarlierMar 18, 2014Routine inspectionViolation(s) Found

    2 violations listed, 2 marked critical.

    Critical (2)

    • Marked critical by Marin County Community Development Agency, Environmental Health Services

      Take steps to eliminate fly activity in store near the front and back entry areas.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114259.1 Take steps to eliminate fly activity in store near the front and back entry areas.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by Marin County Community Development Agency, Environmental Health Services

      Discontinue storing canned beverages inside an unapproved shed. Food must be stored at least 6-inches above an approved floor.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114256 Discontinue storing canned beverages inside an unapproved shed. Food must be stored at least 6-inches above an approved floor.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

Source: Marin County Community Development Agency, Environmental Health Services. This is the department's data, not CleanCleaver's. See the department's full record (opens the department's site)

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About this record

Search the county's inspection lookup for the name or license number L10679.

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Inspection type
Routine inspection
Result
Green placard
Source
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Questions about Al's Food & Liquor

When was Al's Food & Liquor last inspected?

The county last inspected Al's Food & Liquor on Sep 15, 2026. It was a routine inspection.

What did the county find at Al's Food & Liquor?

The county listed 1 violation on Sep 15, 2026: Code CHSC 114117.

How often does Marin County inspect restaurants?

In the county's data, most inspections are labeled semi-yearly, then yearly; a follow-up visit comes after violations.

What does a critical item mean?

Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. On Sep 15, 2026, the county marked none as critical.