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No problems found · Routine county inspection · Sep 24, 2020
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Inspections
From Marin County Community Development Agency, Environmental Health Services · 8 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.
Every visit
LatestSep 24, 2020Routine inspectionNo Violation(s) Found
This one: No Violation(s) Found, inspected Sep 24, 2020.
No violations listed in the data.
EarlierNov 19, 2018Routine inspectionNo Violation(s) Found
No violations listed in the data.
EarlierDec 27, 2017Routine inspectionGreen placard
5 violations listed, 0 marked critical.
Not critical (5)
One food prep frig and glass door upright frig on the 41-42 F range. Please monitor and reduce temp.
The department's words
CHSC 113996 One food prep frig and glass door upright frig on the 41-42 F range. Please monitor and reduce temp.
Dishwasher sanitizer concentration at ~ 10 ppm, increase to 50 ppm and check daily with test strips.
The department's words
CHSC 114099.7 Dishwasher sanitizer concentration at ~ 10 ppm, increase to 50 ppm and check daily with test strips.
Rear walk-in refrigerator will need significant repair or replacement in 2018, seams separating/ceiling sagging. Ensure plans for replacement go thru EHS plan check.
The department's words
CHSC 114175 Rear walk-in refrigerator will need significant repair or replacement in 2018, seams separating/ceiling sagging. Ensure plans for replacement go thru EHS plan check.
Sanitizer concentration too low in wiping cloth buckets, increase to 200 ppm for Quaternary ammonia. Check daily with test strips.
The department's words
CHSC 114185.1 Sanitizer concentration too low in wiping cloth buckets, increase to 200 ppm for Quaternary ammonia. Check daily with test strips.
Create air gaps for 2 discharge pipes at mop sink, twice the pipe dia. or 1 minimum.
The department's words
CHSC 114193 Create air gaps for 2 discharge pipes at mop sink, twice the pipe dia. or 1 minimum.
EarlierApr 19, 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.
EarlierApr 13, 2017Follow-up inspectionGreen placard
1 violation listed, 1 marked critical.
Critical (1)
Marked critical by Marin County Community Development Agency, Environmental Health Services
Observed 20 qts of cooked and cooled clam chowder at 52-55F in walk-in cooler. Chowder was cooked and cooled the night before and had not been used today. Due to clam chowder not meeting cooling requirements chowder discarded in garbage. Ensure to cool PHF 135 to 70F with in 2 hrs and from 70-41F or below in the next 4hrs. *Active monitoring of time and temperature of cooling process is required. Do not transfer cooling foods to deep containers until fully cooled to 41F or below verified with a thermometer.
The department's words
CHSC 114002 Observed 20 qts of cooked and cooled clam chowder at 52-55F in walk-in cooler. Chowder was cooked and cooled the night before and had not been used today. Due to clam chowder not meeting cooling requirements chowder discarded in garbage. Ensure to cool PHF 135 to 70F with in 2 hrs and from 70-41F or below in the next 4hrs. *Active monitoring of time and temperature of cooling process is required. Do not transfer cooling foods to deep containers until fully cooled to 41F or below verified with a thermometer.
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EarlierApr 5, 2017Routine inspectionGreen placard
10 violations listed, 1 marked critical.
Critical (1)
Marked critical by Marin County Community Development Agency, Environmental Health Services
Observed covered container of cooked macaroni and cheese at 66-68F in walk-in cooler. Condensation on lid of container. After discussion with PIC it was cooked last night placed in walk-in cooler. Per PIC nobody had worked with the macaroni and cheese since the night before. Ensure to cool potentially hazardous foods from 135F to 70F within 2hrs and from 70F to 41F or below in the next 4hrs. ** Active monitoring of the cooling process is required . Use a probe thermometer to check the temperature of cooling foods to ensure it meets the time and temperature requirements. Recommend uncovered shallow pan cooling until product reaches 41F then store in deeper covered containers. Macaroni and cheese discarded.
The department's words
CHSC 114002 Observed covered container of cooked macaroni and cheese at 66-68F in walk-in cooler. Condensation on lid of container. After discussion with PIC it was cooked last night placed in walk-in cooler. Per PIC nobody had worked with the macaroni and cheese since the night before. Ensure to cool potentially hazardous foods from 135F to 70F within 2hrs and from 70F to 41F or below in the next 4hrs. ** Active monitoring of the cooling process is required . Use a probe thermometer to check the temperature of cooling foods to ensure it meets the time and temperature requirements. Recommend uncovered shallow pan cooling until product reaches 41F then store in deeper covered containers. Macaroni and cheese discarded.
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Not critical (9)
1. Observed mold growth in outside ice machine. 2. Observed mold growth inside soda gun nozzle holders. Ensure f ood contact surfaces are washed, rinsed, and sanitized at least every four hours if in constant use. Clean and sanitize ice machine and soda gun nozzles and the holders regularly. Discussed with PIC to clean and sanitize. Items included in cleaning compliance.
The department's words
CHSC 114113 1. Observed mold growth in outside ice machine. 2. Observed mold growth inside soda gun nozzle holders. Ensure f ood contact surfaces are washed, rinsed, and sanitized at least every four hours if in constant use. Clean and sanitize ice machine and soda gun nozzles and the holders regularly. Discussed with PIC to clean and sanitize. Items included in cleaning compliance.
Observed vacuum sealed foods and raw meat in outside storage freezer unit. Reduced oxygen packaging (vacuum sealing) is not allowed without an approved HACCP in place approved by the state (CDPH). Discontinue vacuum sealing immediately. Discussed with PIC and vacuum sealed foods discarded.
The department's words
CHSC 114057 Observed vacuum sealed foods and raw meat in outside storage freezer unit. Reduced oxygen packaging (vacuum sealing) is not allowed without an approved HACCP in place approved by the state (CDPH). Discontinue vacuum sealing immediately. Discussed with PIC and vacuum sealed foods discarded.
1. Observed ant infestation in outside dry storage building. 2. Observed several flies in dining room. Facility is leaving back door open in kitchen and dining room to outside seating. Have facility serviced for ant/fly control. Doors must remain closed, a screen door provided, or an air curtain to prevent the entrance of pests. Discussed with PIC.
The department's words
CHSC 114259.4 1. Observed ant infestation in outside dry storage building. 2. Observed several flies in dining room. Facility is leaving back door open in kitchen and dining room to outside seating. Have facility serviced for ant/fly control. Doors must remain closed, a screen door provided, or an air curtain to prevent the entrance of pests. Discussed with PIC.
Observed employee place unwashed tomatoes on clean cutting board to slice with out washing unwashed tomatoes. Ensure all unwashed produce is thoroughly rinsed in designated food preparation sink prior to cutting or serving. Once produce is rinsed store in clean containers. Any produce stored on the line should be rinsed and stored in clean containers to ensure it is not used without rinsing first. Instructed employee to wash tomatoes prior to slicing and to sanitize cutting board before use.
The department's words
CHSC 113992 Observed employee place unwashed tomatoes on clean cutting board to slice with out washing unwashed tomatoes. Ensure all unwashed produce is thoroughly rinsed in designated food preparation sink prior to cutting or serving. Once produce is rinsed store in clean containers. Any produce stored on the line should be rinsed and stored in clean containers to ensure it is not used without rinsing first. Instructed employee to wash tomatoes prior to slicing and to sanitize cutting board before use.
1. Observed open container of degreaser stored on sheet pan covering fryer. 2. Observed bottle of medications stored on shelf with food in dry storage area. Ensure all chemicals/medications are stored below and away from food or food contact surfaces to prevent potential contamination. Degreaser relocated. Discussed medication storage with PIC.
The department's words
CHSC 114254.2 1. Observed open container of degreaser stored on sheet pan covering fryer. 2. Observed bottle of medications stored on shelf with food in dry storage area. Ensure all chemicals/medications are stored below and away from food or food contact surfaces to prevent potential contamination. Degreaser relocated. Discussed medication storage with PIC.
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Observed food debris build up through out kitchen. Discussed with PIC a cleaning compliance is issued. Kitchen needs an overall cleaning paying close attention to prep top on cook line top and bottom, hand sinks and hand sink faucet handles, prep table shelves near fryer and microwave, dry storage shelves, floors, walls, walk-in cooler door and handle, *outside freezer door handles. Cleaning compliance issued for Monday April 10, 2017. Failure to comply will result in a case being opened and cost recovery fees being assessed.
The department's words
CHSC 114115.c Observed food debris build up through out kitchen. Discussed with PIC a cleaning compliance is issued. Kitchen needs an overall cleaning paying close attention to prep top on cook line top and bottom, hand sinks and hand sink faucet handles, prep table shelves near fryer and microwave, dry storage shelves, floors, walls, walk-in cooler door and handle, *outside freezer door handles. Cleaning compliance issued for Monday April 10, 2017. Failure to comply will result in a case being opened and cost recovery fees being assessed.
1. Condenser leaking in 1 Door Glass Traulsen refrigerator. Repair leaking condenser. 2. Bar 2 door glass cooler air temp 49F. No PHF. Adjust/repair unit to cold hold 41F or below. 3. Grill drawers do not close all the way/difficutl to close. Repair seals and re-align drawers on tracks to ensure they function properly. 4. Outside storage room chest freezer lid is falling apart/seals broken. Under side of lid is detaching from lid exposing insulation. Repair or replace chest freezer. 5. Outside storage room 1 Door upright freezer need to be defrosted, cleaned and rusted areas sealed or replace freezer. 6. Reattach and seal food preparation sink to the wall. Table stored in front of food prep sink makes it difficult to get to and use. Rearrange table to provide more access to use the food preparation sink. 7. Cutting board in bar shows deep cuts and staining. Cutting board is no longer easily cleanable. Replace with a new cutting board.
The department's words
CHSC 114175 1. Condenser leaking in 1 Door Glass Traulsen refrigerator. Repair leaking condenser. 2. Bar 2 door glass cooler air temp 49F. No PHF. Adjust/repair unit to cold hold 41F or below. 3. Grill drawers do not close all the way/difficutl to close. Repair seals and re-align drawers on tracks to ensure they function properly. 4. Outside storage room chest freezer lid is falling apart/seals broken. Under side of lid is detaching from lid exposing insulation. Repair or replace chest freezer. 5. Outside storage room 1 Door upright freezer need to be defrosted, cleaned and rusted areas sealed or replace freezer. 6. Reattach and seal food preparation sink to the wall. Table stored in front of food prep sink makes it difficult to get to and use. Rearrange table to provide more access to use the food preparation sink. 7. Cutting board in bar shows deep cuts and staining. Cutting board is no longer easily cleanable. Replace with a new cutting board.
1. Observed build up on ventilation filters. Ensure to clean regularly. PIC stated they just had the company clean the vent hood and due to a poor job they are having the company come back out to do them again. Noted: During the start of inspection kitchen very hot. PIC stated they were working on the ventilation system. Ensure they ventilation system is repaired and functional.
The department's words
CHSC 114149 1. Observed build up on ventilation filters. Ensure to clean regularly. PIC stated they just had the company clean the vent hood and due to a poor job they are having the company come back out to do them again. Noted: During the start of inspection kitchen very hot. PIC stated they were working on the ventilation system. Ensure they ventilation system is repaired and functional.
Observed water damage to the ceiling in outside storage area. Mold growth and chipping sheet rock. Repair immediately to prevent potential food contamination. Compliance issued to submit a plan and time frame for repairs. File review will be done to determine if outside storage building approved by EHS.
The department's words
CHSC 114271 Observed water damage to the ceiling in outside storage area. Mold growth and chipping sheet rock. Repair immediately to prevent potential food contamination. Compliance issued to submit a plan and time frame for repairs. File review will be done to determine if outside storage building approved by EHS.
EarlierJan 7, 2016Routine inspectionGreen placard
7 violations listed, 0 marked critical.
Not critical (7)
Observed raw meats stored over and next to ready to eat foods and produce in walk-in cooler. To prevent cross contaminations store raw meats below and away from ready to eat foods/produce. Reorganize walk-in.
The department's words
CHSC 113984 Observed raw meats stored over and next to ready to eat foods and produce in walk-in cooler. To prevent cross contaminations store raw meats below and away from ready to eat foods/produce. Reorganize walk-in.
Observed food debris built up on shelves, inside coolers, inside freezers, handles. Ensure to regularly clean. Discussed with PIC.
The department's words
CHSC 114115.c Observed food debris built up on shelves, inside coolers, inside freezers, handles. Ensure to regularly clean. Discussed with PIC.
Observed knives stored in cracks between equipment. Store in use utensils in clean dry place. Wash rinse sanitize every 4 hours. Discussed with PIC.
The department's words
CHSC 114119 Observed knives stored in cracks between equipment. Store in use utensils in clean dry place. Wash rinse sanitize every 4 hours. Discussed with PIC.
No probe thermometer provided. Ensure to provide a thermometer to monitor food temperatures.
The department's words
CHSC 114159 No probe thermometer provided. Ensure to provide a thermometer to monitor food temperatures.
No sanitizer set up upon arrival. Ensure to have an open bucket of sanitizer set up during all hours of operation. Sanitizer made.
The department's words
CHSC 114185.1 No sanitizer set up upon arrival. Ensure to have an open bucket of sanitizer set up during all hours of operation. Sanitizer made.
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Back building used for dry storage rotting wood walls and door. Discussed with PIC building needs to be addressed to provide no access from pests. Outside dry storage building accumulated milk crates/crates/old equipment. Clean area/get rid of all unused equipment crates ect. to prevent harborage of pests.
The department's words
CHSC 114257 Back building used for dry storage rotting wood walls and door. Discussed with PIC building needs to be addressed to provide no access from pests. Outside dry storage building accumulated milk crates/crates/old equipment. Clean area/get rid of all unused equipment crates ect. to prevent harborage of pests.
Observed build up of grease/food debris on floors and walls. Clean regularly.
The department's words
CHSC 114268 Observed build up of grease/food debris on floors and walls. Clean regularly.
EarlierMay 4, 2015Routine inspectionGreen placard
4 violations listed, 0 marked critical.
Not critical (4)
Kitchen handwash station needed paper towel re-stock - corrected.
The department's words
CHSC 113953.2 Kitchen handwash station needed paper towel re-stock - corrected.
Corrected during the inspection
Reduce all cold holding temps below to 41 F or less: a. Bar milk frig temp at 45 F b. Kitchen condiments (butter included) at 47 F c. Meats/fish compartments under grill at 46 F
The department's words
CHSC 113996 Reduce all cold holding temps below to 41 F or less: a. Bar milk frig temp at 45 F b. Kitchen condiments (butter included) at 47 F c. Meats/fish compartments under grill at 46 F
Walk-in frig ceiling sagging/separated. Reseal/repair - save the walk-in from replacement.
The department's words
CHSC 114175 Walk-in frig ceiling sagging/separated. Reseal/repair - save the walk-in from replacement.
Misc. light bulbs throughout kitchen need replacement.
The department's words
CHSC 114252 Misc. light bulbs throughout kitchen need replacement.
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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