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Star Restaurant

Other food place · Novato, CA

30 inspections

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CleanCleaver food safety systematic review results

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6 problems found · Routine county inspection · Mar 16, 2026

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  1. Code CHSC 114016 CHSC 114016How to fixFix it
  2. Code CHSC 114259.1 CHSC 114259.1How to fixFix it
  3. Code CHSC 114130.5 CHSC 114130.5How 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 · 30 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 16, 2026Routine inspectionGreen placard

    This one: Green placard, inspected Mar 16, 2026.

    6 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (6)

    • Code CHSC 114016

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114016

    • Code CHSC 114259.1

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114259.1

    • Code CHSC 114130.5

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114130.5

    • Code CHSC 114081

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114081

    • Code CHSC 114185.1

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114185.1

    Show 1 more
    • Code CHSC 114268

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114268

  2. EarlierMar 6, 2025Routine inspectionGreen placard

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • observed pre cooked sausages stored at ambient temperature without temperature control. Internal temperatures of sausages measured at 69.5 *F and 118.9 *F. Operator states that sausages are stored pre cooked then reheated to serve. Sausage must be stored at 41 *F or below or 135 *F and above after cooking. Operator advised to store cooked sausages in metal container stored on flat top grill after cooking to keep warm before reheating.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113996 observed pre cooked sausages stored at ambient temperature without temperature control. Internal temperatures of sausages measured at 69.5 *F and 118.9 *F. Operator states that sausages are stored pre cooked then reheated to serve. Sausage must be stored at 41 *F or below or 135 *F and above after cooking. Operator advised to store cooked sausages in metal container stored on flat top grill after cooking to keep warm before reheating.

  3. EarlierMar 18, 2024Follow-up inspectionNo Violation(s) Found

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • Open top refrigeration unit holding various food items such as cut tomatoes at 53.2 *F and cut melon in reach in at 55 *F. Operator instructed to move food to walk in refrigerator and discontinue use of unit until it has been repaired. Observed cooked sausage on grill at 72.3 *F, chicken pie at 65 *F. Operator stated sausages removed from refrigeration ~1 hour ago and instructed to re-heat to 165 *F. Measured cut tomatoes on prep table at 52 *F. Ensure all refrigeration units hold at 41 *F or below and discontinue leaving food out at room temperatures.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113996 Open top refrigeration unit holding various food items such as cut tomatoes at 53.2 *F and cut melon in reach in at 55 *F. Operator instructed to move food to walk in refrigerator and discontinue use of unit until it has been repaired. Observed cooked sausage on grill at 72.3 *F, chicken pie at 65 *F. Operator stated sausages removed from refrigeration ~1 hour ago and instructed to re-heat to 165 *F. Measured cut tomatoes on prep table at 52 *F. Ensure all refrigeration units hold at 41 *F or below and discontinue leaving food out at room temperatures.

      Corrected during the inspection

  4. EarlierMar 14, 2024Routine inspectionYellow placard

    1 violation listed, 1 marked critical.

    Critical (1)

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

      Open top refrigeration unit holding various food items such as cut tomatoes at 53.2 *F and cut melon in reach in at 55 *F. Operator instructed to move food to walk in refrigerator and discontinue use of unit until it has been repaired. Observed cooked sausage on grill at 72.3 *F, chicken pie at 65 *F. Operator stated sausages removed from refrigeration ~1 hour ago and instructed to re-heat to 165 *F. Measured cut tomatoes on prep table at 52 *F. Ensure all refrigeration units hold at 41 *F or below and discontinue leaving food out at room temperatures.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113996 Open top refrigeration unit holding various food items such as cut tomatoes at 53.2 *F and cut melon in reach in at 55 *F. Operator instructed to move food to walk in refrigerator and discontinue use of unit until it has been repaired. Observed cooked sausage on grill at 72.3 *F, chicken pie at 65 *F. Operator stated sausages removed from refrigeration ~1 hour ago and instructed to re-heat to 165 *F. Measured cut tomatoes on prep table at 52 *F. Ensure all refrigeration units hold at 41 *F or below and discontinue leaving food out at room temperatures.

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

  5. EarlierMar 2, 2023Routine inspectionGreen placard

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • Observed employee handle food with band aid on hand. No glove was on. / Discard contaminated food. Wash hands then put on gloves. Gloves must be worn over bandages. Limit bare hand contact when possible.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113953.3 Observed employee handle food with band aid on hand. No glove was on. / Discard contaminated food. Wash hands then put on gloves. Gloves must be worn over bandages. Limit bare hand contact when possible.

  6. EarlierSep 1, 2022Follow-up inspectionGreen placard

    2 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (2)

    • Observed employee crack eggs to cook with bare hands. Said employee wiped hands on cloth towel with no handwashing. Same employee also used gloved hands to bread raw chicken and did not wash hands after replacing gloves. / Wash hands in between using gloves. Hands must be washed each and every time to prevent cross contamination. Do not use wiping cloth as substitute.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113953.3 Observed employee crack eggs to cook with bare hands. Said employee wiped hands on cloth towel with no handwashing. Same employee also used gloved hands to bread raw chicken and did not wash hands after replacing gloves. / Wash hands in between using gloves. Hands must be washed each and every time to prevent cross contamination. Do not use wiping cloth as substitute.

      Corrected during the inspection

    • Whipped butter on counter top with herbs mixed in. Recorded at ~84°F. / Whipped butter considered PHF. / Keep hot held at 135°F or above or 41°F or below. Discard out of temperature butter.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113996 Whipped butter on counter top with herbs mixed in. Recorded at ~84°F. / Whipped butter considered PHF. / Keep hot held at 135°F or above or 41°F or below. Discard out of temperature butter.

      Corrected during the inspection

  7. EarlierAug 17, 2022Routine inspectionYellow placard

    2 violations listed, 2 marked critical.

    Critical (2)

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

      Observed employee crack eggs to cook with bare hands. Said employee wiped hands on cloth towel with no handwashing. Same employee also used gloved hands to bread raw chicken and did not wash hands after replacing gloves. / Wash hands in between using gloves. Hands must be washed each and every time to prevent cross contamination. Do not use wiping cloth as substitute.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113953.3 Observed employee crack eggs to cook with bare hands. Said employee wiped hands on cloth towel with no handwashing. Same employee also used gloved hands to bread raw chicken and did not wash hands after replacing gloves. / Wash hands in between using gloves. Hands must be washed each and every time to prevent cross contamination. Do not use wiping cloth as substitute.

      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

      Whipped butter on counter top with herbs mixed in. Recorded at ~84°F. / Whipped butter considered PHF. / Keep hot held at 135°F or above or 41°F or below. Discard out of temperature butter.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113996 Whipped butter on counter top with herbs mixed in. Recorded at ~84°F. / Whipped butter considered PHF. / Keep hot held at 135°F or above or 41°F or below. Discard out of temperature butter.

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

  8. EarlierSep 27, 2021Routine inspectionGreen placard

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • Code CHSC 113996

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 113996

  9. EarlierDec 16, 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. EarlierDec 16, 2020Routine inspectionGreen placard

    No violations listed in the data.

  11. EarlierDec 2, 2020Routine inspectionGreen placard

    12 violations listed, 12 marked critical.

    Critical (12)

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

      Code CHSC 113953.1

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 113953.1

      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 114002

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114002

      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 113984

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 113984

      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 114047

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114047

      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 114115.c

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114115.c

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

    Show 7 more
    • 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 114252

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114252

      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 114149

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114149

      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 114190

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114190

      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 114245.1

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114245.1

      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.

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

      Code CHSC 114268

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114268

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

  12. EarlierJun 15, 2020Routine inspectionGreen placard

    11 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (11)

    • Code CHSC 113996

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 113996

    • Code CHSC 113953.2

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 113953.2

    • Code CHSC 114259.1

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114259.1

    • Code CHSC 114254

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114254

    • Code CHSC 114047

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114047

    Show 6 more
    • Code CHSC 114175

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114175

    • Code CHSC 114119

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114119

    • Code CHSC 114149.1

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114149.1

    • Code CHSC 114185.1

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114185.1

    • Code CHSC 114257

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114257

    • Code CHSC 114268

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 114268

  13. EarlierSep 30, 2019Routine inspectionGreen placard

    1 violation listed, 1 marked critical.

    Critical (1)

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

      Code CHSC 113996

      The department's words

      Code CHSC 113996

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

  14. EarlierAug 27, 2019Routine inspectionGreen placard

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • Potentially hazardous foods shall be held at or below 41F or at or above 135F.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113996 Potentially hazardous foods shall be held at or below 41F or at or above 135F.

  15. EarlierJan 29, 2019Routine inspectionGreen placard

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

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

      The department's words

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

  16. EarlierApr 11, 2018Follow-up inspectionGreen placard

    5 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (5)

    • Lid over grease trap is askew- odor evident. Mop water evidence out the rear door. Dispose of via mop sink.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114197 Lid over grease trap is askew- odor evident. Mop water evidence out the rear door. Dispose of via mop sink.

    • Duct tape noted at the plumbing under the dishwash spray sink. Remove tape and repair/replace as needed. Clean the outside of the dishwash machine.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114175 Duct tape noted at the plumbing under the dishwash spray sink. Remove tape and repair/replace as needed. Clean the outside of the dishwash machine.

    • Food observed stored in homestyle plastic food containers in the walk in box. Use food grade only

      The department's words

      CHSC 114051 Food observed stored in homestyle plastic food containers in the walk in box. Use food grade only

    • No sanitizer recorded at sanitizer bucket. Provide 100 ppm Cl-. Demonstrated.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114185.1 No sanitizer recorded at sanitizer bucket. Provide 100 ppm Cl-. Demonstrated.

    • Grease observed at grease barrel, ground, wall, etc., Professionally clean to remove grease.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114245.6 Grease observed at grease barrel, ground, wall, etc., Professionally clean to remove grease.

  17. EarlierMar 7, 2018Follow-up inspectionGreen placard

    5 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (5)

    • Lid over grease trap is askew- odor evident. Mop water evidence out the rear door. Dispose of via mop sink.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114197 Lid over grease trap is askew- odor evident. Mop water evidence out the rear door. Dispose of via mop sink.

    • Duct tape noted at the plumbing under the dishwash spray sink. Remove tape and repair/replace as needed. Clean the outside of the dishwash machine.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114175 Duct tape noted at the plumbing under the dishwash spray sink. Remove tape and repair/replace as needed. Clean the outside of the dishwash machine.

    • Food observed stored in homestyle plastic food containers in the walk in box. Use food grade only

      The department's words

      CHSC 114051 Food observed stored in homestyle plastic food containers in the walk in box. Use food grade only

    • No sanitizer recorded at sanitizer bucket. Provide 100 ppm Cl-. Demonstrated.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114185.1 No sanitizer recorded at sanitizer bucket. Provide 100 ppm Cl-. Demonstrated.

    • Grease observed at grease barrel, ground, wall, etc., Professionally clean to remove grease.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114245.6 Grease observed at grease barrel, ground, wall, etc., Professionally clean to remove grease.

  18. EarlierFeb 13, 2018Routine inspectionGreen placard

    13 violations listed, 1 marked critical.

    Critical (1)

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

      Ensure all employees have valid Food Handler Cards.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113948 Ensure all employees have valid Food Handler Cards.

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

    Not critical (12)

    • Papertowel dispenser at kitchen handwash sink found empty. COS. Provide papertowels at all ties. REPEAT VIOLATION

      The department's words

      CHSC 113953.2 Papertowel dispenser at kitchen handwash sink found empty. COS. Provide papertowels at all ties. REPEAT VIOLATION

      Corrected during the inspection

    • Lid over grease trap is askew- odor evident. Mop water evidence out the rear door. Dispose of via mop sink.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114197 Lid over grease trap is askew- odor evident. Mop water evidence out the rear door. Dispose of via mop sink.

    • Uncovered food observed in walk in box. Keep all food covered.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113984 Uncovered food observed in walk in box. Keep all food covered.

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

      The department's words

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

    • Duct tape noted at the plumbing under the dishwash spray sink. Remove tape and repair/replace as needed. Clean the outside of the dishwash machine.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114175 Duct tape noted at the plumbing under the dishwash spray sink. Remove tape and repair/replace as needed. Clean the outside of the dishwash machine.

    Show 7 more
    • Food observed stored in homestyle plastic food containers in the walk in box. Use food grade only

      The department's words

      CHSC 114051 Food observed stored in homestyle plastic food containers in the walk in box. Use food grade only

    • Light bulb out at the light above the hood. COS

      The department's words

      CHSC 114252 Light bulb out at the light above the hood. COS

      Corrected during the inspection

    • No sanitizer recorded at sanitizer bucket. Provide 100 ppm Cl-. Demonstrated.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114185.1 No sanitizer recorded at sanitizer bucket. Provide 100 ppm Cl-. Demonstrated.

    • Knives stored in spaces between equipment. Store in a sanitary manner. REPEAT VIOLATION

      The department's words

      CHSC 114119 Knives stored in spaces between equipment. Store in a sanitary manner. REPEAT VIOLATION

    • Clean the floor thoroughly in the kitchen, grill line, walk in boxes, est..

      The department's words

      CHSC 114268 Clean the floor thoroughly in the kitchen, grill line, walk in boxes, est..

    • Food accumulation observed at refrigerators, etc. Clean the inside, outside and handles to remove food debris

      The department's words

      CHSC 114130 Food accumulation observed at refrigerators, etc. Clean the inside, outside and handles to remove food debris

    • Grease observed at grease barrel, ground, wall, etc., Professionally clean to remove grease.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114245.6 Grease observed at grease barrel, ground, wall, etc., Professionally clean to remove grease.

  19. EarlierMay 17, 2017Routine inspectionGreen placard

    8 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (8)

    • Papertowel dispenser at rear handwash sink found empty. Provide papertowels at all times.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113953.2 Papertowel dispenser at rear handwash sink found empty. Provide papertowels at all times.

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

      The department's words

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

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

      The department's words

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

    • Dishwasher did not know where the test strips were located. They are now attached to the dishwash machine.COS

      The department's words

      CHSC 114107 Dishwasher did not know where the test strips were located. They are now attached to the dishwash machine.COS

      Corrected during the inspection

    • Dirt noted at wooden cabinet with cleaners. Keep clean. Food debris noted at reach in freezer on line and at handles. Clean and maintain sanitary. Peeling paint observed near rear walk in freezer door, on wall above dishwash, Scrape and repaint with light colored paint. Clean the ceiling with tsp and repaint with light colored enamel paint.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114175 Dirt noted at wooden cabinet with cleaners. Keep clean. Food debris noted at reach in freezer on line and at handles. Clean and maintain sanitary. Peeling paint observed near rear walk in freezer door, on wall above dishwash, Scrape and repaint with light colored paint. Clean the ceiling with tsp and repaint with light colored enamel paint.

    Show 3 more
    • Knife observed stored in spaces between equipment. Store in a sanitary manner.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114119 Knife observed stored in spaces between equipment. Store in a sanitary manner.

    • Keep dumpster lids down

      The department's words

      CHSC 114279 Keep dumpster lids down

    • Food spills noted on floor in dry storage room. Clean thoroughly on a regular basis,

      The department's words

      CHSC 114268 Food spills noted on floor in dry storage room. Clean thoroughly on a regular basis,

  20. EarlierJan 25, 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.

  21. EarlierJan 19, 2017Routine inspectionGreen placard

    16 violations listed, 1 marked critical.

    Critical (1)

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

      Employee observed rinsing large can opener but not sanitizing it. Can opener put through the dishwasher machine. COS MAJOR VIOLATION

      The department's words

      CHSC 114113 Employee observed rinsing large can opener but not sanitizing it. Can opener put through the dishwasher machine. COS 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 (15)

    • Chef does not have valid Food Handler Card. All employees must have certification. Chef must have certification by reinspection.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113948 Chef does not have valid Food Handler Card. All employees must have certification. Chef must have certification by reinspection.

    • Kitchen handwash sink found blocked with garbage can. Move can. Keep sink clear and accessible at all times.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113953.1 Kitchen handwash sink found blocked with garbage can. Move can. Keep sink clear and accessible at all times.

    • Papertowel dispenser found empty at handwash sink. Provide papertowels at all times. COS

      The department's words

      CHSC 113953.2 Papertowel dispenser found empty at handwash sink. Provide papertowels at all times. COS

      Corrected during the inspection

    • Whole potatoes observed cooling at room temperature. Chef says they have been cooling for two hours. Temp 80F. Cool foods quickly. 135f to 41F with in 6 hours. 135F to 70F with in two hours. Cool potatoes and other foods in shallow containers. Fill out Cooling Log for two weeks and fax to me at [phone].

      The department's words

      CHSC 114002 Whole potatoes observed cooling at room temperature. Chef says they have been cooling for two hours. Temp 80F. Cool foods quickly. 135f to 41F with in 6 hours. 135F to 70F with in two hours. Cool potatoes and other foods in shallow containers. Fill out Cooling Log for two weeks and fax to me at [phone].

      Corrected during the inspection

    • Upon arrival for inspection, owner was not there and employee said no one was in charge. A Person in Charge must be available at all times.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113945 Upon arrival for inspection, owner was not there and employee said no one was in charge. A Person in Charge must be available at all times.

    Show 10 more
    • Sack of onions noted on the ground. Store all food 6 above the ground or on racks or pallets.COS

      The department's words

      CHSC 114047 Sack of onions noted on the ground. Store all food 6 above the ground or on racks or pallets.COS

      Corrected during the inspection

    • Dishwasher and Chef did not know where the test strips are kept. Keep them available for employee use.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114107 Dishwasher and Chef did not know where the test strips are kept. Keep them available for employee use.

    • Do not turn a pan upside down to use for shelving. Use a commercial dunnage rack under the boxes of eggs. Ice build up noted at walk in door. Determine cause and eliminate.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114175 Do not turn a pan upside down to use for shelving. Use a commercial dunnage rack under the boxes of eggs. Ice build up noted at walk in door. Determine cause and eliminate.

    • Knife found stored in between pieces of equipment. Store knives in a sanitary manner, such as in a drawer or knife rack.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114119 Knife found stored in between pieces of equipment. Store knives in a sanitary manner, such as in a drawer or knife rack.

    • Half the overhead lights are missing in the kitchen. Provide 20 ft candle of light in the kitchen. I will measure with a light meter next inspection.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114252 Half the overhead lights are missing in the kitchen. Provide 20 ft candle of light in the kitchen. I will measure with a light meter next inspection.

    • Provide shatterproof covers for all overhead lights.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114252.1 Provide shatterproof covers for all overhead lights.

    • No bucket of sanitizer available for wiping rags. Provide 100 ppm chorine. Keep rags in solution when not in use.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114185.1 No bucket of sanitizer available for wiping rags. Provide 100 ppm chorine. Keep rags in solution when not in use.

    • Chef says he doesn't have a probe thermometer. Owner provided one. Kitchen staff must have access to and know where probe thermometer is.COS

      The department's words

      CHSC 114159 Chef says he doesn't have a probe thermometer. Owner provided one. Kitchen staff must have access to and know where probe thermometer is.COS

      Corrected during the inspection

    • Jacket noted stored I kitchen. Store in lockers provided.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114256.1 Jacket noted stored I kitchen. Store in lockers provided.

      Corrected during the inspection

    • Provide handwash signs in Men's restroom. Provided. COS

      The department's words

      CHSC 113953.5 Provide handwash signs in Men's restroom. Provided. COS

      Corrected during the inspection

  22. EarlierMay 18, 2016Routine inspectionNo Violation(s) Found

    No violations listed in the data.

  23. EarlierApr 28, 2016Routine inspectionGreen placard

    11 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (11)

    • Managers Food Safety certification has expired. Fax proof of registration to me.\ with in two weeks.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113947.1 Managers Food Safety certification has expired. Fax proof of registration to me.\ with in two weeks.

    • All Food Handler cards have expired. Provide proof of valid FHC ASAP.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113948 All Food Handler cards have expired. Provide proof of valid FHC ASAP.

    • Employee observed eating in the kitchen. All employees must eat on breaks in dining room, not in the kitchen,

      The department's words

      CHSC 113977 Employee observed eating in the kitchen. All employees must eat on breaks in dining room, not in the kitchen,

    • Kitchen handwash sink found blocked with ketchup container. Keep this sink clear and accessible for handwashing.COS.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113953 Kitchen handwash sink found blocked with ketchup container. Keep this sink clear and accessible for handwashing.COS.

      Corrected during the inspection

    • Open bag of flour noted in dry storage room. Store bulk foods in containers with tight fitting lids. COS

      The department's words

      CHSC 114060 Open bag of flour noted in dry storage room. Store bulk foods in containers with tight fitting lids. COS

      Corrected during the inspection

    Show 6 more
    • Dust/ mold noted at fan guards, walls and ceiling in walk in box. Clean and maintain sanitary

      The department's words

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

    • Poly and wood cutting boards found dirty/damaged. Replace them. 2ND NOTICE

      The department's words

      CHSC 114175 Poly and wood cutting boards found dirty/damaged. Replace them. 2ND NOTICE

    • Milk crated used as shelving. Discontinue practice. Microwave found with food accumulation. Clean thoroughly. Back of slicer found with grease accumulation. Clean and maintain sanitary. Food debris noted at stainless steel shelving across from walk in box. Clean and maintain sanitary

      The department's words

      CHSC 114130.1 Milk crated used as shelving. Discontinue practice. Microwave found with food accumulation. Clean thoroughly. Back of slicer found with grease accumulation. Clean and maintain sanitary. Food debris noted at stainless steel shelving across from walk in box. Clean and maintain sanitary

    • No bucket of sanitizer set up for wiping rags. Provide 100 ppm Cl- . Demonstrated. COS

      The department's words

      CHSC 114185.1 No bucket of sanitizer set up for wiping rags. Provide 100 ppm Cl- . Demonstrated. COS

    • Lids found up on dumpster. Keep them down at all times. 2ND NOTICE

      The department's words

      CHSC 114257 Lids found up on dumpster. Keep them down at all times. 2ND NOTICE

    • Floor drain cover is loose at cook line. Secure it.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114269 Floor drain cover is loose at cook line. Secure it.

  24. EarlierApr 6, 2016Routine inspectionNo Violation(s) Found

    No violations listed in the data.

  25. EarlierApr 1, 2016Routine inspectionGreen placard

    No violations listed in the data.

  26. EarlierMar 30, 2016Routine inspectionNo Violation(s) Found

    No violations listed in the data.

  27. EarlierMar 21, 2016Follow-up inspectionGreen placard

    12 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (12)

    • Cook at line did not know proper food temps for PHF's.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113947 Cook at line did not know proper food temps for PHF's.

    • Handwash sink in kitchen found blocked by garbage can. COS

      The department's words

      CHSC 113953 Handwash sink in kitchen found blocked by garbage can. COS

    • Papertowel dispenser found empty in kitchen. COS

      The department's words

      CHSC 113953.2 Papertowel dispenser found empty in kitchen. COS

    • Slime/mold noted inside ice machine. Maintain clean and sanitary.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114113 Slime/mold noted inside ice machine. Maintain clean and sanitary.

    • Comet cleanser noted stored with food. Store separately.COS

      The department's words

      CHSC 114254.2 Comet cleanser noted stored with food. Store separately.COS

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    • Boxes of food found on the floor in walk in freezer. Store 6 above the ground or on racks or pallets. COS

      The department's words

      CHSC 114047 Boxes of food found on the floor in walk in freezer. Store 6 above the ground or on racks or pallets. COS

    • Poly cutting boards found stained and damages. Replace them.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114175 Poly cutting boards found stained and damages. Replace them.

    • Grease accumulation noted at baffle in hood. Steam clean on a regular basis.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114149.2 Grease accumulation noted at baffle in hood. Steam clean on a regular basis.

    • No probe thermometer in kitchen. Provide one. COS

      The department's words

      CHSC 114159 No probe thermometer in kitchen. Provide one. COS

    • Thermometers not found in refrigeration units. Provided them. Calibration demonstrated.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114157 Thermometers not found in refrigeration units. Provided them. Calibration demonstrated.

    • Lids found up at dumpster. Keep them down.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114245.1 Lids found up at dumpster. Keep them down.

    • Observed large sections of kitchen floor removed down to the dirt level exposing sewer lines. There is standing water in the trenches and uncapped sewer lines. There is dirt on the floors throughout the kitchen, All of the trenches are covered in plywood boards. You are directed to immediately cease and desist all unpermitted work and close the facility. A Red placard is posted. Do not conduct any food prep, dishwashing, or accept food orders until facility is approved to operate. *Clean up measured will need to be taken prior to reopening.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114197 Observed large sections of kitchen floor removed down to the dirt level exposing sewer lines. There is standing water in the trenches and uncapped sewer lines. There is dirt on the floors throughout the kitchen, All of the trenches are covered in plywood boards. You are directed to immediately cease and desist all unpermitted work and close the facility. A Red placard is posted. Do not conduct any food prep, dishwashing, or accept food orders until facility is approved to operate. *Clean up measured will need to be taken prior to reopening.

  28. EarlierMar 18, 2016Routine inspectionRed placard

    12 violations listed, 1 marked critical.

    Critical (1)

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

      Observed large sections of kitchen floor removed down to the dirt level exposing sewer lines. There is standing water in the trenches and uncapped sewer lines. There is dirt on the floors throughout the kitchen, All of the trenches are covered in plywood boards. You are directed to immediately cease and desist all unpermitted work and close the facility. A Red placard is posted. Do not conduct any food prep, dishwashing, or accept food orders until facility is approved to operate. *Clean up measured will need to be taken prior to reopening.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114197 Observed large sections of kitchen floor removed down to the dirt level exposing sewer lines. There is standing water in the trenches and uncapped sewer lines. There is dirt on the floors throughout the kitchen, All of the trenches are covered in plywood boards. You are directed to immediately cease and desist all unpermitted work and close the facility. A Red placard is posted. Do not conduct any food prep, dishwashing, or accept food orders until facility is approved to operate. *Clean up measured will need to be taken prior to reopening.

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

    Not critical (11)

    • Cook at line did not know proper food temps for PHF's.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113947 Cook at line did not know proper food temps for PHF's.

    • Handwash sink in kitchen found blocked by garbage can. COS

      The department's words

      CHSC 113953 Handwash sink in kitchen found blocked by garbage can. COS

    • Papertowel dispenser found empty in kitchen. COS

      The department's words

      CHSC 113953.2 Papertowel dispenser found empty in kitchen. COS

    • Slime/mold noted inside ice machine. Maintain clean and sanitary.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114113 Slime/mold noted inside ice machine. Maintain clean and sanitary.

    • Comet cleanser noted stored with food. Store separately.COS

      The department's words

      CHSC 114254.2 Comet cleanser noted stored with food. Store separately.COS

    Show 6 more
    • Boxes of food found on the floor in walk in freezer. Store 6 above the ground or on racks or pallets. COS

      The department's words

      CHSC 114047 Boxes of food found on the floor in walk in freezer. Store 6 above the ground or on racks or pallets. COS

    • Poly cutting boards found stained and damages. Replace them.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114175 Poly cutting boards found stained and damages. Replace them.

    • Grease accumulation noted at baffle in hood. Steam clean on a regular basis.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114149.2 Grease accumulation noted at baffle in hood. Steam clean on a regular basis.

    • No probe thermometer in kitchen. Provide one. COS

      The department's words

      CHSC 114159 No probe thermometer in kitchen. Provide one. COS

    • Thermometers not found in refrigeration units. Provided them. Calibration demonstrated.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114157 Thermometers not found in refrigeration units. Provided them. Calibration demonstrated.

    • Lids found up at dumpster. Keep them down.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114245.1 Lids found up at dumpster. Keep them down.

  29. EarlierMar 31, 2015Routine inspectionGreen placard

    9 violations listed, 1 marked critical.

    Critical (1)

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

      Observed 3-comp. sink non-operational. Water was shut off to sink due to broken faucet fixture. New faucet fixture onsite, but not installed. Correct immediately.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114192 Observed 3-comp. sink non-operational. Water was shut off to sink due to broken faucet fixture. New faucet fixture onsite, but not installed. Correct immediately.

      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)

    • Facility requires thorough cleaning in kitchen, dishwashing, and food storage areas. Food splatter/debris/dust/accumulations observed on walls, floors, equipment surfaces. Address immediately.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114115.c Facility requires thorough cleaning in kitchen, dishwashing, and food storage areas. Food splatter/debris/dust/accumulations observed on walls, floors, equipment surfaces. Address immediately.

    • Dried rat droppings observed on floor in dishwashing areas and dry goods storage area. Also observed op top of dishwasher. Clean and sanitize immediately. Clark Pest Control report (visit date yesterday - 3/30) shows exterior activity only, not interior activity. See file for details.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114259.1 Dried rat droppings observed on floor in dishwashing areas and dry goods storage area. Also observed op top of dishwasher. Clean and sanitize immediately. Clark Pest Control report (visit date yesterday - 3/30) shows exterior activity only, not interior activity. See file for details.

    • Floors, walls, and ceilings require repairs. Holes, damage observed. Address prior to next inspection. Large hole in ceiling near walk-in freezer entrance should be addressed first.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114268 Floors, walls, and ceilings require repairs. Holes, damage observed. Address prior to next inspection. Large hole in ceiling near walk-in freezer entrance should be addressed first.

    • Floors, walls, and ceilings require repairs. Holes, damage observed. Address prior to next inspection. Large hole in ceiling near walk-in freezer entrance should be addressed first.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114271 Floors, walls, and ceilings require repairs. Holes, damage observed. Address prior to next inspection. Large hole in ceiling near walk-in freezer entrance should be addressed first.

    • Prep unit at 43 - 46 F. Adjust or repair to maintain 41F or below. Keep lids down on top insert pans when not actively using. Salad dressings (with cream) out on counter at 52 F. Had been out less than an hour. Store in under-counter refrigerator when not actively in use! Repeated problem at this site.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113996 Prep unit at 43 - 46 F. Adjust or repair to maintain 41F or below. Keep lids down on top insert pans when not actively using. Salad dressings (with cream) out on counter at 52 F. Had been out less than an hour. Store in under-counter refrigerator when not actively in use! Repeated problem at this site.

    Show 3 more
    • Handwash station blocked by trash can. Corrected onsite.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113953.1 Handwash station blocked by trash can. Corrected onsite.

    • Food stored on floor in walk-in freezer. Store 6 inches off the ground. Corrected onsite.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114047 Food stored on floor in walk-in freezer. Store 6 inches off the ground. Corrected onsite.

    • Observed frozen turkey thawing on counter. Had been out approximately 20 minutes. Corrected by placing in refrigerator to thaw, had discussion with manager about proper thawing techniques.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114020 Observed frozen turkey thawing on counter. Had been out approximately 20 minutes. Corrected by placing in refrigerator to thaw, had discussion with manager about proper thawing techniques.

  30. EarlierMar 31, 2015Follow-up inspectionOnly Minor Violation(s) Found

    5 violations listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (5)

    • Facility requires thorough cleaning in kitchen, dishwashing, and food storage areas. Food splatter/debris/dust/accumulations observed on walls, floors, equipment surfaces. Address immediately.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114115.c Facility requires thorough cleaning in kitchen, dishwashing, and food storage areas. Food splatter/debris/dust/accumulations observed on walls, floors, equipment surfaces. Address immediately.

    • Dried rat droppings observed on floor in dishwashing areas and dry goods storage area. Also observed op top of dishwasher. Clean and sanitize immediately. Clark Pest Control report (visit date yesterday - 3/30) shows exterior activity only, not interior activity. See file for details.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114259.1 Dried rat droppings observed on floor in dishwashing areas and dry goods storage area. Also observed op top of dishwasher. Clean and sanitize immediately. Clark Pest Control report (visit date yesterday - 3/30) shows exterior activity only, not interior activity. See file for details.

    • Floors, walls, and ceilings require repairs. Holes, damage observed. Address prior to next inspection. Large hole in ceiling near walk-in freezer entrance should be addressed first.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114268 Floors, walls, and ceilings require repairs. Holes, damage observed. Address prior to next inspection. Large hole in ceiling near walk-in freezer entrance should be addressed first.

    • Floors, walls, and ceilings require repairs. Holes, damage observed. Address prior to next inspection. Large hole in ceiling near walk-in freezer entrance should be addressed first.

      The department's words

      CHSC 114271 Floors, walls, and ceilings require repairs. Holes, damage observed. Address prior to next inspection. Large hole in ceiling near walk-in freezer entrance should be addressed first.

    • Prep unit at 43 - 46 F. Adjust or repair to maintain 41F or below. Keep lids down on top insert pans when not actively using. Salad dressings (with cream) out on counter at 52 F. Had been out less than an hour. Store in under-counter refrigerator when not actively in use! Repeated problem at this site.

      The department's words

      CHSC 113996 Prep unit at 43 - 46 F. Adjust or repair to maintain 41F or below. Keep lids down on top insert pans when not actively using. Salad dressings (with cream) out on counter at 52 F. Had been out less than an hour. Store in under-counter refrigerator when not actively in use! Repeated problem at this site.

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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Marin County gives each inspection a result, not a score, so there is no typical range to show.

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Inspection type
Routine inspection
Result
Green placard
Source
Marin County Community Development Agency, Environmental Health Services

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Questions about Star Restaurant

When was Star Restaurant last inspected?

The county last inspected Star Restaurant on Mar 16, 2026. It was a routine inspection.

What did the county find at Star Restaurant?

The county listed 6 violations on Mar 16, 2026: Code CHSC 114016; Code CHSC 114259.1; and Code CHSC 114130.5, and 3 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 16, 2026, the county marked none as critical.