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Other food place · Novato, CA

16 inspections

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10 problems found · Routine county inspection · Mar 2, 2026

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  1. Code CHSC 113977 CHSC 113977How to fixFix it
  2. Code CHSC 113996 CHSC 113996How to fixFix it
  3. Code CHSC 113984.d CHSC 113984.dHow 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 · 16 inspections on record · Last checked Oct 6, 2026

The county visited once in the last 12 months (1 routine).

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

Every visit

  1. LatestMar 2, 2026Routine inspectionGreen placard

    This one: Green placard, inspected Mar 2, 2026.

    10 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (10)

    • Code CHSC 113977

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 113977

    • Code CHSC 113996

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 113996

    • Code CHSC 113984.d

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 113984.d

    • Code CHSC 113984

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 113984

    • Code CHSC 114257

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114257

    Show 5 more
    • Code CHSC 114256

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114256

    • Code CHSC 114047

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114047

    • Code CHSC 114115.c

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114115.c

    • Code CHSC 114130.1

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114130.1

    • Code CHSC 114081

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114081

  2. EarlierFeb 12, 2025Routine inspectionGreen placard

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • Observed eggs and potatoes out at 53 *F, batter left out at 48 *F and pooled eggs on cutting board left out at 58 *F. Tomatoes measured at 51 *F and filled above fill line. All potentially hazardous foods shall be stored at 41 *F or below. Discontinue leaving PHF out at room temperature when not in use and store in refrigeration. Provide ice bath for pooled eggs and batter if storing outside refrigeration. Do not store foods in prep table refrigerator above fill lines.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113996 Observed eggs and potatoes out at 53 *F, batter left out at 48 *F and pooled eggs on cutting board left out at 58 *F. Tomatoes measured at 51 *F and filled above fill line. All potentially hazardous foods shall be stored at 41 *F or below. Discontinue leaving PHF out at room temperature when not in use and store in refrigeration. Provide ice bath for pooled eggs and batter if storing outside refrigeration. Do not store foods in prep table refrigerator above fill lines.

  3. EarlierNov 28, 2023Routine inspectionGreen placard

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • Observed wiping cloths in use on cutting boards at time of inspection. Keep cloths in sanitizer bucket when not in use. These were moved to a bucket. Corrected on site.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114185.1 Observed wiping cloths in use on cutting boards at time of inspection. Keep cloths in sanitizer bucket when not in use. These were moved to a bucket. Corrected on site.

  4. EarlierDec 27, 2022Routine inspectionGreen placard

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • Code CHSC 114099.7

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114099.7

  5. EarlierDec 15, 2021Routine inspectionViolation(s) Found

    2 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (2)

    • Observed grease accumulation and charred material on left side of the fryer adjacent to new stove. Observed food debris and grime accumulation on 4 drawer refrigerator and stainless steel wall. Clean equipment and walls. and sanitize all of these surfaces.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114175 Observed grease accumulation and charred material on left side of the fryer adjacent to new stove. Observed food debris and grime accumulation on 4 drawer refrigerator and stainless steel wall. Clean equipment and walls. and sanitize all of these surfaces.

    • New oven is protruding form the left side of the hood by ~ 5 inches. New stove/oven isn't approved. Submit specification sheet for new stove/oven. All equipment must first be approved by County of Marin Environmental Health Services.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114149.1 New oven is protruding form the left side of the hood by ~ 5 inches. New stove/oven isn't approved. Submit specification sheet for new stove/oven. All equipment must first be approved by County of Marin Environmental Health Services.

  6. EarlierAug 18, 2021Routine inspectionGreen placard

    3 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (3)

    • Code CHSC 113953.c

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 113953.c

    • Code CHSC 114093

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114093

    • Code CHSC 114257.1

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114257.1

  7. EarlierMar 9, 2021Routine inspectionGreen placard

    No violations listed in the data.

  8. EarlierAug 24, 2020Routine inspectionGreen placard

    3 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (3)

    • Code CHSC 113996

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 113996

    • Code CHSC 114093

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114093

    • Code CHSC 114047

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114047

  9. EarlierFeb 12, 2020Routine inspectionGreen placard

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • Code CHSC 113977

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 113977

  10. EarlierMar 26, 2019Routine inspectionGreen placard

    No violations listed in the data.

  11. EarlierOct 3, 2018Routine inspectionGreen placard

    7 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (7)

    • Mold/slime noted inside the ice machine. Clean and maintain sanitary. Clean the dust accumulation at the filter covers.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114113 Mold/slime noted inside the ice machine. Clean and maintain sanitary. Clean the dust accumulation at the filter covers.

    • Bulk food observed stored in open bags. Transfer contents to containers with tight fitting lids.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114047 Bulk food observed stored in open bags. Transfer contents to containers with tight fitting lids.

    • Do not use milk crates or cinder blocks for shelving. Remove cinder blocks. Use only NSF approved shelving which is smooth ad cleanable.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114130.1 Do not use milk crates or cinder blocks for shelving. Remove cinder blocks. Use only NSF approved shelving which is smooth ad cleanable.

    • Remove tape from pan in kitchen. Food accumulation noted at reach in seals. Clean and maintain sanitary.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114175 Remove tape from pan in kitchen. Food accumulation noted at reach in seals. Clean and maintain sanitary.

    • Replace worn cutting boards.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114177 Replace worn cutting boards.

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    • Use scoops with handles to dispense bulk foods, not bowls.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114119 Use scoops with handles to dispense bulk foods, not bowls.

    • Lids found up on dumpster. Keep lids down. Grease noted on ground, on top and sides of grease barrel. Carefully clean and maintain sanitary.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114245.1 Lids found up on dumpster. Keep lids down. Grease noted on ground, on top and sides of grease barrel. Carefully clean and maintain sanitary.

  12. EarlierDec 12, 2017Routine inspectionGreen placard

    10 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (10)

    • Kitchen handwash sink found blocked with pan of bacon (directly under the soap dispenser). Do not block this sink. Keep it clear and accessible for handwash.COS

      The department's words

      CHSC 113953.1 Kitchen handwash sink found blocked with pan of bacon (directly under the soap dispenser). Do not block this sink. Keep it clear and accessible for handwash.COS

      Corrected during the inspection

    • Mom MUST obtsain a Food Handler Card. Even if she is only helping out occasionally. Mom observed in the kitchen then ran out and hid. Provide proof of Food Handler Card by 12/31/17

      The department's words

      CHSC 113948 Mom MUST obtsain a Food Handler Card. Even if she is only helping out occasionally. Mom observed in the kitchen then ran out and hid. Provide proof of Food Handler Card by 12/31/17

    • Mold/slime noted inside ice machine. Clean and sanitize on a regular basis.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114115 Mold/slime noted inside ice machine. Clean and sanitize on a regular basis.

    • Blade on large can opener is worn. Replace it.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114139 Blade on large can opener is worn. Replace it.

    • Food accumulation noted under slicer. Clean and maintain sanitary.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114175 Food accumulation noted under slicer. Clean and maintain sanitary.

    Show 5 more
    • Store all food 6 above the floor. Boxes of produce observed on ground in walk in box

      The department's words

      CHSC 114047 Store all food 6 above the floor. Boxes of produce observed on ground in walk in box

    • Liquid observed in overhead light in walk in box.. Repair as needed.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114252 Liquid observed in overhead light in walk in box.. Repair as needed.

    • Keep wet/damp rags in sanitizer solution when not in use.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114185.1 Keep wet/damp rags in sanitizer solution when not in use.

    • Replace missing screen at vent - this opening may provide access by rodents/insects.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114259 Replace missing screen at vent - this opening may provide access by rodents/insects.

    • Jars of jam found for sale at Matt and Jeff's Carwash in Novato. Remove from sale until you obtain a PFR from the State of California to sell this product wholesale. ( make sure label includes street address where packaged)

      The department's words

      CHSC 114419 Jars of jam found for sale at Matt and Jeff's Carwash in Novato. Remove from sale until you obtain a PFR from the State of California to sell this product wholesale. ( make sure label includes street address where packaged)

  13. EarlierJun 22, 2017Follow-up inspectionGreen placard

    No notes were taken, but there was an interaction, likely addressing some or all of the prior report. No inspector comment was found. See the official report (opens the department's site) for more information.

  14. EarlierJun 15, 2017Routine inspectionGreen placard

    8 violations listed, 1 marked critical.

    Critical (1)

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

      Several food items recorded at 50-57F in the right hand reach in refrigerator. Maintain cold PHF's at 41F or below. See vcd

      The department's words

      CHSC 113996 Several food items recorded at 50-57F in the right hand reach in refrigerator. Maintain cold PHF's at 41F or below. See vcd

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

    Not critical (7)

    • Employee observed eating in the kitchen. Employees must eat outside the kitchen on breaks.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113977 Employee observed eating in the kitchen. Employees must eat outside the kitchen on breaks.

    • Spatula noted stored in the handwash sink. Keep the handwash sink clear and accessible.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113953.1 Spatula noted stored in the handwash sink. Keep the handwash sink clear and accessible.

    • Mold/slime noted inside the ice machine. Clean and sanitize.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114115 Mold/slime noted inside the ice machine. Clean and sanitize.

    • Dust/mold observed at fan guards and ceiling in the walk in box. Clean and maintain sanitary. 2ND NOTICE

      The department's words

      CHSC 114115.c Dust/mold observed at fan guards and ceiling in the walk in box. Clean and maintain sanitary. 2ND NOTICE

    • No test strips available. Provide them. 2ND NOTICE

      The department's words

      CHSC 114107 No test strips available. Provide them. 2ND NOTICE

    Show 2 more
    • Probe thermometer battery is dead. Provide an accurate and functioning probe thermometer to monitor food temps. 2ND NOTICE

      The department's words

      CHSC 114159 Probe thermometer battery is dead. Provide an accurate and functioning probe thermometer to monitor food temps. 2ND NOTICE

    • Do not mix bleach/soap/water. Blreach and water only. Provide 100 ppm Cl-. 2ND NoTICE

      The department's words

      CHSC 114185.1 Do not mix bleach/soap/water. Blreach and water only. Provide 100 ppm Cl-. 2ND NoTICE

  15. EarlierNov 7, 2016Routine inspectionOnly Minor Violation(s) Found

    11 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (11)

    • Meat debris noted on slicer. Clean and sanitize base and all parts at least every four hours.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114113 Meat debris noted on slicer. Clean and sanitize base and all parts at least every four hours.

    • Fly observed in kitchen. Keep doors closed to exclude insects.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114259.1 Fly observed in kitchen. Keep doors closed to exclude insects.

    • Dust/mold noted at fan guards and ceiling in the walk in box. Clean and maintain sanitary.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114115.c Dust/mold noted at fan guards and ceiling in the walk in box. Clean and maintain sanitary.

    • No test strips available. Provide test strips to monitor sanitizer solutions and dishwash final rinse.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114107 No test strips available. Provide test strips to monitor sanitizer solutions and dishwash final rinse.

    • Milk crates used for shelving in the walk in box. Discontinue practice. Use commercial dunnage racks if neede. 2ND NOTICE

      The department's words

      CHSC 114130.1 Milk crates used for shelving in the walk in box. Discontinue practice. Use commercial dunnage racks if neede. 2ND NOTICE

    Show 6 more
    • Food accumulation noted at reach in doors. Clean and maintain sanitary.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114175 Food accumulation noted at reach in doors. Clean and maintain sanitary.

    • Store spoon handle up.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114081 Store spoon handle up.

    • Baffle missing at hood. Do not operate hood without all baffels in place. COS

      The department's words

      CHSC 114149.1 Baffle missing at hood. Do not operate hood without all baffels in place. COS

      Corrected during the inspection

    • Overhead lights in kitchen do not have shatterproof covers. Provide them.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114252.1 Overhead lights in kitchen do not have shatterproof covers. Provide them.

    • No probe thermometer available. Provide one to monitor food temps.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114159 No probe thermometer available. Provide one to monitor food temps.

    • Solution in bucket for wiping rags contains bleach, water and soap. DO NOT MIX BLEACH AND SOAP. Use 100ppm chlorine bleach/water solution only

      The department's words

      CHSC 114185.1 Solution in bucket for wiping rags contains bleach, water and soap. DO NOT MIX BLEACH AND SOAP. Use 100ppm chlorine bleach/water solution only

  16. EarlierJan 5, 2016Routine inspectionGreen placard

    7 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (7)

    • No proof of Food Handler Cards. Keep all in a file for review by this department.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113948 No proof of Food Handler Cards. Keep all in a file for review by this department.

    • Handwash sink observed blocked by hot pan resting on it. Reserve this sink for handwash ONLY

      The department's words

      CHSC 113953.1 Handwash sink observed blocked by hot pan resting on it. Reserve this sink for handwash ONLY

    • Milk crates found used as shelving. Discontinue practice and use commercial dunnage racks if needed.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114130.1 Milk crates found used as shelving. Discontinue practice and use commercial dunnage racks if needed.

    • No shatterproof light cover found in walk in box for overhead light. Provide one.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114252.1 No shatterproof light cover found in walk in box for overhead light. Provide one.

    • No test strips for monitoring chlorine sanitizer levels available. Provide them..

      The department's words

      CHSC 114107 No test strips for monitoring chlorine sanitizer levels available. Provide them..

    Show 2 more
    • Wet rag found resting on counter. Keep wet rags in sanitizer solution when not in use.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114185.1 Wet rag found resting on counter. Keep wet rags in sanitizer solution when not in use.

    • Last inspection report not available. Keep last inspection report for customer review.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113725.1 Last inspection report not available. Keep last inspection report for customer review.

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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Result
Green placard
Source
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Questions about Bacon

When was Bacon last inspected?

The county last inspected Bacon on Mar 2, 2026. It was a routine inspection.

What did the county find at Bacon?

The county listed 10 violations on Mar 2, 2026: Code CHSC 113977; Code CHSC 113996; and Code CHSC 113984.d, and 7 more.

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 Mar 2, 2026, the county marked none as critical.