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4problems found
4 problems found · Routine county inspection · Jun 21, 2018
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- Get 2 salad women and new server certified as a Certified Food Handler within 2 weeks. CHSC 113948How to fixFix it
- Keep shellstock tags in order by date for 90 days. CHSC 114039.4How to fixFix it
- Secure CO2 container in bar to a rigid structure. CHSC 114172How to fixFix it
Source: Marin County Community Development Agency, Environmental Health Services
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Inspections
From Marin County Community Development Agency, Environmental Health Services · 5 inspections on record · Last checked Oct 6, 2026
The county lists no visits in the last 12 months.
In the county's data, most inspections are labeled semi-yearly, then yearly; a follow-up visit comes after violations.
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LatestJun 21, 2018Routine inspectionGreen placard
This one: Green placard, inspected Jun 21, 2018.
4 violations listed, 0 marked critical.
Not critical (4)
Get 2 salad women and new server certified as a Certified Food Handler within 2 weeks.
The department's words
CHSC 113948 Get 2 salad women and new server certified as a Certified Food Handler within 2 weeks.
Keep shellstock tags in order by date for 90 days.
The department's words
CHSC 114039.4 Keep shellstock tags in order by date for 90 days.
Secure CO2 container in bar to a rigid structure.
The department's words
CHSC 114172 Secure CO2 container in bar to a rigid structure.
Provide a display thermometer in both bar refrigerators.
The department's words
CHSC 114157 Provide a display thermometer in both bar refrigerators.
EarlierJul 10, 2017Routine inspectionGreen placard
7 violations listed, 1 marked critical.
Critical (1)
Marked critical by Marin County Community Development Agency, Environmental Health Services
Mop sink does not have hot or cold water. restore water to sink. Ensure that if the sink is replaced, the faucet is equipped with a vacuum breaker and the sink is NSF/ANSI approved. Send spec sheets for approval.
The department's words
CHSC 114192 Mop sink does not have hot or cold water. restore water to sink. Ensure that if the sink is replaced, the faucet is equipped with a vacuum breaker and the sink is NSF/ANSI approved. Send spec sheets for approval.
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Not critical (6)
Food handler cards are not available for all workers. Keep copies on site.
The department's words
CHSC 113948 Food handler cards are not available for all workers. Keep copies on site.
Both dishwashers measure 0 ppm chlorine at the end of the rinse cycle. 50 ppm is required. The bar's dishwasher was repaired. Manually sanitize dishes before use. Ensure 100 ppm chlorine. Check sanitizer levels daily.
The department's words
CHSC 114099.7 Both dishwashers measure 0 ppm chlorine at the end of the rinse cycle. 50 ppm is required. The bar's dishwasher was repaired. Manually sanitize dishes before use. Ensure 100 ppm chlorine. Check sanitizer levels daily.
Shellstock tags are not maintained with fresh clams or mussels. Maintain tags with shellstock until consumed. Then maintain in order for 90 days. Corrected.
The department's words
CHSC 114039.4 Shellstock tags are not maintained with fresh clams or mussels. Maintain tags with shellstock until consumed. Then maintain in order for 90 days. Corrected.
Menu does not indicate raw eggs are present in the Caesar salad dressing. Menu must also give a reminder statement about the safety of consuming raw/undercooked eggs and meats etc. Correct within 30 days.
The department's words
CHSC 114093 Menu does not indicate raw eggs are present in the Caesar salad dressing. Menu must also give a reminder statement about the safety of consuming raw/undercooked eggs and meats etc. Correct within 30 days.
Ice for consumption is stored in the three compartment sink with cold plate inside. Store ice in a sanitary container. Keep 3 compartment sink free from food storage.
The department's words
CHSC 113986 Ice for consumption is stored in the three compartment sink with cold plate inside. Store ice in a sanitary container. Keep 3 compartment sink free from food storage.
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Gas range extends beyond the boundary of the hood. ensure 6 overlap on both side. Advise removing the fryer. Heavy grease build up visible on ceiling.
The department's words
CHSC 114149.1 Gas range extends beyond the boundary of the hood. ensure 6 overlap on both side. Advise removing the fryer. Heavy grease build up visible on ceiling.
EarlierApr 2, 2015Follow-up inspectionGreen placard
5 violations listed, 0 marked critical.
Not critical (5)
Observed the holding temperatures for the salad ingredients were above 45 degrees (F). The refrigerated and chilled foods must be held at 41 degrees (F) at all times. Take steps to improve the cold holding and to maintain chill foods at 41 degrees (F).
The department's words
CHSC 113996 Observed the holding temperatures for the salad ingredients were above 45 degrees (F). The refrigerated and chilled foods must be held at 41 degrees (F) at all times. Take steps to improve the cold holding and to maintain chill foods at 41 degrees (F).
The monitoring thermometer for kitchen refrigerator was missing. These thermometers must be inside refrigerator, NSF approved and accurate to +/- 2 degrees (F). Provide proper thermometers for monitoring food temperatures in each unit.
The department's words
CHSC 114157 The monitoring thermometer for kitchen refrigerator was missing. These thermometers must be inside refrigerator, NSF approved and accurate to +/- 2 degrees (F). Provide proper thermometers for monitoring food temperatures in each unit.
Observed mold growth in the storage bin of the ice maker, located behind the bar. Clean the ice maker and routinely sanitize on a timely basis.
The department's words
CHSC 114199 Observed mold growth in the storage bin of the ice maker, located behind the bar. Clean the ice maker and routinely sanitize on a timely basis.
The backyard of this property has a heavy accumulation of overgrown plants, trash, garbage, weeds and used boxes. Initiate a program to clean the accumulations by March 7, 2015. According to the food code the above materials must be discarded in a timely manner.
The department's words
CHSC 114245.1 The backyard of this property has a heavy accumulation of overgrown plants, trash, garbage, weeds and used boxes. Initiate a program to clean the accumulations by March 7, 2015. According to the food code the above materials must be discarded in a timely manner.
Observed the kitchen floor is in poor condition (many of the tiles are broken), worn and deteriorated The grout is deteriorated and may have some moisture damage present. Take steps to determine the condition of floor. Repair floor to provide a safe, clean surface that is durable and easily cleanable.
The department's words
CHSC 114268 Observed the kitchen floor is in poor condition (many of the tiles are broken), worn and deteriorated The grout is deteriorated and may have some moisture damage present. Take steps to determine the condition of floor. Repair floor to provide a safe, clean surface that is durable and easily cleanable.
EarlierMar 5, 2015Follow-up inspectionGreen placard
5 violations listed, 0 marked critical.
Not critical (5)
Observed the holding temperatures for the salad ingredients were above 45 degrees (F). The refrigerated and chilled foods must be held at 41 degrees (F) at all times. Take steps to improve the cold holding and to maintain chill foods at 41 degrees (F).
The department's words
CHSC 113996 Observed the holding temperatures for the salad ingredients were above 45 degrees (F). The refrigerated and chilled foods must be held at 41 degrees (F) at all times. Take steps to improve the cold holding and to maintain chill foods at 41 degrees (F).
The monitoring thermometer for kitchen refrigerator was missing. These thermometers must be inside refrigerator, NSF approved and accurate to +/- 2 degrees (F). Provide proper thermometers for monitoring food temperatures in each unit.
The department's words
CHSC 114157 The monitoring thermometer for kitchen refrigerator was missing. These thermometers must be inside refrigerator, NSF approved and accurate to +/- 2 degrees (F). Provide proper thermometers for monitoring food temperatures in each unit.
Observed mold growth in the storage bin of the ice maker, located behind the bar. Clean the ice maker and routinely sanitize on a timely basis.
The department's words
CHSC 114199 Observed mold growth in the storage bin of the ice maker, located behind the bar. Clean the ice maker and routinely sanitize on a timely basis.
The backyard of this property has a heavy accumulation of overgrown plants, trash, garbage, weeds and used boxes. Initiate a program to clean the accumulations by March 7, 2015. According to the food code the above materials must be discarded in a timely manner.
The department's words
CHSC 114245.1 The backyard of this property has a heavy accumulation of overgrown plants, trash, garbage, weeds and used boxes. Initiate a program to clean the accumulations by March 7, 2015. According to the food code the above materials must be discarded in a timely manner.
Observed the kitchen floor is in poor condition (many of the tiles are broken), worn and deteriorated The grout is deteriorated and may have some moisture damage present. Take steps to determine the condition of floor. Repair floor to provide a safe, clean surface that is durable and easily cleanable.
The department's words
CHSC 114268 Observed the kitchen floor is in poor condition (many of the tiles are broken), worn and deteriorated The grout is deteriorated and may have some moisture damage present. Take steps to determine the condition of floor. Repair floor to provide a safe, clean surface that is durable and easily cleanable.
EarlierFeb 19, 2015Routine inspectionViolation(s) Found
5 violations listed, 0 marked critical.
Not critical (5)
Observed the holding temperatures for the salad ingredients were above 45 degrees (F). The refrigerated and chilled foods must be held at 41 degrees (F) at all times. Take steps to improve the cold holding and to maintain chill foods at 41 degrees (F).
The department's words
CHSC 113996 Observed the holding temperatures for the salad ingredients were above 45 degrees (F). The refrigerated and chilled foods must be held at 41 degrees (F) at all times. Take steps to improve the cold holding and to maintain chill foods at 41 degrees (F).
The monitoring thermometer for kitchen refrigerator was missing. These thermometers must be inside refrigerator, NSF approved and accurate to +/- 2 degrees (F). Provide proper thermometers for monitoring food temperatures in each unit.
The department's words
CHSC 114157 The monitoring thermometer for kitchen refrigerator was missing. These thermometers must be inside refrigerator, NSF approved and accurate to +/- 2 degrees (F). Provide proper thermometers for monitoring food temperatures in each unit.
Observed mold growth in the storage bin of the ice maker, located behind the bar. Clean the ice maker and routinely sanitize on a timely basis.
The department's words
CHSC 114199 Observed mold growth in the storage bin of the ice maker, located behind the bar. Clean the ice maker and routinely sanitize on a timely basis.
The backyard of this property has a heavy accumulation of overgrown plants, trash, garbage, weeds and used boxes. Initiate a program to clean the accumulations by March 7, 2015. According to the food code the above materials must be discarded in a timely manner.
The department's words
CHSC 114245.1 The backyard of this property has a heavy accumulation of overgrown plants, trash, garbage, weeds and used boxes. Initiate a program to clean the accumulations by March 7, 2015. According to the food code the above materials must be discarded in a timely manner.
Observed the kitchen floor is in poor condition (many of the tiles are broken), worn and deteriorated The grout is deteriorated and may have some moisture damage present. Take steps to determine the condition of floor. Repair floor to provide a safe, clean surface that is durable and easily cleanable.
The department's words
CHSC 114268 Observed the kitchen floor is in poor condition (many of the tiles are broken), worn and deteriorated The grout is deteriorated and may have some moisture damage present. Take steps to determine the condition of floor. Repair floor to provide a safe, clean surface that is durable and easily cleanable.
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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