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Great Donuts & Croissants

Other food place · Novato, CA

21 inspections

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4 problems found · Routine county inspection · Jul 6, 2026

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  1. Code CHSC 113953 CHSC 113953How to fixFix it
  2. Code CHSC 114192 CHSC 114192How to fixFix it
  3. Code CHSC 114051 CHSC 114051How 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 · 21 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. LatestJul 6, 2026Routine inspectionGreen placard

    This one: Green placard, inspected Jul 6, 2026.

    4 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (4)

    • Code CHSC 113953

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 113953

    • Code CHSC 114192

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114192

    • Code CHSC 114051

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114051

    • Code CHSC 114130.1

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114130.1

  2. EarlierJan 30, 2026Routine inspectionGreen placard

    4 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (4)

    • Code CHSC 114192

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114192

    • Code CHSC 114051

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114051

    • Code CHSC 114130.1

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114130.1

    • Code CHSC 114159

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114159

  3. EarlierMar 4, 2025Routine inspectionGreen placard

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • Observed can of RAID spray stored in employee restroom. Household insecticides shall not be stored at facility and only shall be applied by certified professional. Remove bug spray from facility and discontinue any usage.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114254 Observed can of RAID spray stored in employee restroom. Household insecticides shall not be stored at facility and only shall be applied by certified professional. Remove bug spray from facility and discontinue any usage.

  4. EarlierMay 24, 2024Routine inspectionGreen placard

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • Code CHSC 113953.2

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 113953.2

  5. EarlierJan 27, 2023Routine inspectionGreen placard

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • Floor sink by water heater is soiled. / Clean and sanitize.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114190 Floor sink by water heater is soiled. / Clean and sanitize.

  6. EarlierJul 27, 2022Routine inspectionGreen placard

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • Observed rodent droppings along wall of hood. / Clean up all rodent droppings and monitor for new ones.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114259.1 Observed rodent droppings along wall of hood. / Clean up all rodent droppings and monitor for new ones.

  7. EarlierSep 30, 2021Routine inspectionGreen placard

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • Code CHSC 113996

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 113996

  8. EarlierDec 16, 2020Routine inspectionGreen placard

    No violations listed in the data.

  9. EarlierSep 3, 2020Follow-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.

  10. EarlierAug 24, 2020Routine inspectionGreen placard

    4 violations listed, 4 marked critical.

    Critical (4)

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

      Code CHSC 113953.2

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 113953.2

      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

      Code CHSC 114021

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114021

      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

      Code CHSC 114175

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114175

      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

      Code CHSC 114257

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114257

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

  11. EarlierFeb 19, 2020Routine inspectionGreen placard

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • Code CHSC 113953.2

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 113953.2

  12. EarlierAug 22, 2019Routine inspectionGreen placard

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • Minor violations were also found. For more information, contact Marin County Environmental Health Services at [phone] and ask to see the actual inspection report OR ask the food facility for the inspection report.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114244 Minor violations were also found. For more information, contact Marin County Environmental Health Services at [phone] and ask to see the actual inspection report OR ask the food facility for the inspection report.

  13. EarlierDec 31, 2018Routine inspectionGreen placard

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • Ensure all food handlers have valid food handler cards.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113948 Ensure all food handlers have valid food handler cards.

  14. EarlierMar 14, 2018Routine inspectionGreen placard

    5 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (5)

    • ALL employees must have a Food Handler Card. Handout provided. Daughter to obtain FHC immediately.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113948 ALL employees must have a Food Handler Card. Handout provided. Daughter to obtain FHC immediately.

    • Buckets found blocking the handwash sink. Move buckets to provide access to sink. This sink drains slowly. Call for service to repair.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113953.1 Buckets found blocking the handwash sink. Move buckets to provide access to sink. This sink drains slowly. Call for service to repair.

    • Food accumulation noted at reach in freezer handles and bulk food containers. Clean and maintain sanitary.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114175 Food accumulation noted at reach in freezer handles and bulk food containers. Clean and maintain sanitary.

    • Provide bucket with 100 ppm Cl- for wiping rag . Use clean rags only.. COS Demonstrated.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114185.1 Provide bucket with 100 ppm Cl- for wiping rag . Use clean rags only.. COS Demonstrated.

      Corrected during the inspection

    • Food debris noted on floor under the wooden prep table. Clean thoroughly on a regular basis.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114268 Food debris noted on floor under the wooden prep table. Clean thoroughly on a regular basis.

  15. EarlierAug 11, 2017Routine inspectionGreen placard

    7 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (7)

    • Provide proof of Managers Food Safety Certification. Current certification expired.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113947.1 Provide proof of Managers Food Safety Certification. Current certification expired.

    • Handwash sinks are for handwashing ONLY. Reserve front handwash sink for handwash only.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113953.1 Handwash sinks are for handwashing ONLY. Reserve front handwash sink for handwash only.

    • Provide liquid soap in the dispenser at all times. 2ND NOTICE Papertowel dispenser in the restroom found empty. Provide papertowels INSIDE the dispenser at all times.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113953.2 Provide liquid soap in the dispenser at all times. 2ND NOTICE Papertowel dispenser in the restroom found empty. Provide papertowels INSIDE the dispenser at all times.

    • No cooking is allowed unless under the hood. Scrambled eggs found at room temp. Owner explained eggs are cooked on a homestyle hot plate. This is not allowed. You may cook eggs in the oven.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114149.1 No cooking is allowed unless under the hood. Scrambled eggs found at room temp. Owner explained eggs are cooked on a homestyle hot plate. This is not allowed. You may cook eggs in the oven.

    • Restroom door found propped open. Keep door closed. 2ND NOTICE

      The department's words

      CHSC 114276 Restroom door found propped open. Keep door closed. 2ND NOTICE

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    • Maintain last inspection report for customer review.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113725.1 Maintain last inspection report for customer review.

    • Unfold Health Permit and display in public view.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114381 Unfold Health Permit and display in public view.

  16. EarlierDec 20, 2016Follow-up inspectionGreen placard

    9 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (9)

    • Half an eaten banana noted in the kitchen. All employees must eat outside the kitchen on breaks.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113977 Half an eaten banana noted in the kitchen. All employees must eat outside the kitchen on breaks.

    • Kitchen hanadwash sink found blocked with buckets. Keep this sink clear and accessible at all times

      The department's words

      CHSC 113953.1 Kitchen hanadwash sink found blocked with buckets. Keep this sink clear and accessible at all times

    • Owner skipping sanitize step. sticker provided. If sanitizer step is not used at two compartment sink, a three compartment sink must be installed. MAJOR VIOLATION

      The department's words

      CHSC 114099.6 Owner skipping sanitize step. sticker provided. If sanitizer step is not used at two compartment sink, a three compartment sink must be installed. MAJOR VIOLATION

    • A couple flies noted in facility. Continue efforts to exclude insects.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114259.1 A couple flies noted in facility. Continue efforts to exclude insects.

    • Food debris noted on equipment, counter tops etc., Clean thoroughly on a regular basis. 2nd notice.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114175 Food debris noted on equipment, counter tops etc., Clean thoroughly on a regular basis. 2nd notice.

    Show 4 more
    • Food accumulation noted at bulk food containers. Clean and maintain sanitary.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114119 Food accumulation noted at bulk food containers. Clean and maintain sanitary.

    • Keep overhead lights ON in the kitchen

      The department's words

      CHSC 114252 Keep overhead lights ON in the kitchen

    • Restroom door noted propped open. Keep it closed.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114259 Restroom door noted propped open. Keep it closed.

    • Flush the toilet.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114250 Flush the toilet.

  17. EarlierDec 13, 2016Routine inspectionGreen placard

    9 violations listed, 1 marked critical.

    Critical (1)

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

      Owner skipping sanitize step. sticker provided. If sanitizer step is not used at two compartment sink, a three compartment sink must be installed. MAJOR VIOLATION

      The department's words

      CHSC 114099.6 Owner skipping sanitize step. sticker provided. If sanitizer step is not used at two compartment sink, a three compartment sink must be installed. MAJOR VIOLATION

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

    Not critical (8)

    • Half an eaten banana noted in the kitchen. All employees must eat outside the kitchen on breaks.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113977 Half an eaten banana noted in the kitchen. All employees must eat outside the kitchen on breaks.

    • Kitchen hanadwash sink found blocked with buckets. Keep this sink clear and accessible at all times

      The department's words

      CHSC 113953.1 Kitchen hanadwash sink found blocked with buckets. Keep this sink clear and accessible at all times

    • A couple flies noted in facility. Continue efforts to exclude insects.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114259.1 A couple flies noted in facility. Continue efforts to exclude insects.

    • Food debris noted on equipment, counter tops etc., Clean thoroughly on a regular basis. 2nd notice.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114175 Food debris noted on equipment, counter tops etc., Clean thoroughly on a regular basis. 2nd notice.

    • Food accumulation noted at bulk food containers. Clean and maintain sanitary.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114119 Food accumulation noted at bulk food containers. Clean and maintain sanitary.

    Show 3 more
    • Keep overhead lights ON in the kitchen

      The department's words

      CHSC 114252 Keep overhead lights ON in the kitchen

    • Restroom door noted propped open. Keep it closed.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114259 Restroom door noted propped open. Keep it closed.

    • Flush the toilet.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114250 Flush the toilet.

  18. EarlierApr 25, 2016Routine inspectionNo Violation(s) Found

    No violations listed in the data.

  19. EarlierMar 31, 2016Routine inspectionGreen placard

    7 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (7)

    • Soap dispenser found empty at kitchen handwash sink. Keep it filled. COS

      The department's words

      CHSC 113953.2 Soap dispenser found empty at kitchen handwash sink. Keep it filled. COS

      Corrected during the inspection

    • Food debris noted on equipment, tables, etc.. Clean thoroughly on a regular basis to prevent build up.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114175 Food debris noted on equipment, tables, etc.. Clean thoroughly on a regular basis to prevent build up.

    • Replace/repair overhead lighting. Must provide 20 foot/candles of light.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114252 Replace/repair overhead lighting. Must provide 20 foot/candles of light.

    • Restroom door must shut completely and automatically. Repair/replace as needed.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114276 Restroom door must shut completely and automatically. Repair/replace as needed.

    • Food/dirt accumulation noted under/behind equipment. Remove cloth from floor. Floor sink found dirty. Clean it.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114268 Food/dirt accumulation noted under/behind equipment. Remove cloth from floor. Floor sink found dirty. Clean it.

    Show 2 more
    • Food accumulation noted at walls. Clean and maintain sanitary.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114271 Food accumulation noted at walls. Clean and maintain sanitary.

    • No test strips available. Provide them to monitor sanitizer solutions.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114101.2 No test strips available. Provide them to monitor sanitizer solutions.

  20. EarlierJul 27, 2015Routine inspectionGreen placard

    2 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (2)

    • Observed, milk for coffee on counter observed at 68F, and cheese and egg croissant on counter at 79F. No documentation of when food placed on counter. Must document food that you are using time as a control. Operator discarded both of the food items.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114000 Observed, milk for coffee on counter observed at 68F, and cheese and egg croissant on counter at 79F. No documentation of when food placed on counter. Must document food that you are using time as a control. Operator discarded both of the food items.

    • Keep garbage dumpster lid closed

      The department's words

      CHSC 114245.1 Keep garbage dumpster lid closed

  21. EarlierAug 6, 2014Routine inspectionOnly Minor Violation(s) Found

    4 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (4)

    • Handwash station lacked soap.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113953.2 Handwash station lacked soap.

      Corrected during the inspection

    • Handwash basin being used for coffee. Use ONLY for handwashing. Keep prep sink free (had aprons inside) for coffee use.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113953.1 Handwash basin being used for coffee. Use ONLY for handwashing. Keep prep sink free (had aprons inside) for coffee use.

    • Cutting board observed with deep grooves and black staining. Resurface or replace. Stains do not belach out.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114115 Cutting board observed with deep grooves and black staining. Resurface or replace. Stains do not belach out.

    • Store requires thorough cleaning. Flour and other food debris observed on walls and floors, some caked in places. Clean VERY thoroughly behind equipment and on door handles and light switches.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114115.c Store requires thorough cleaning. Flour and other food debris observed on walls and floors, some caked in places. Clean VERY thoroughly behind equipment and on door handles and light switches.

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
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Questions about Great Donuts & Croissants

When was Great Donuts & Croissants last inspected?

The county last inspected Great Donuts & Croissants on Jul 6, 2026. It was a routine inspection.

What did the county find at Great Donuts & Croissants?

The county listed 4 violations on Jul 6, 2026: Code CHSC 113953; Code CHSC 114192; and Code CHSC 114051, and 1 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 Jul 6, 2026, the county marked none as critical.