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3problems found
3 problems found · County inspection, Follow-up inspection · Mar 22, 2019
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- Observed food handler touch garbage container with gloved hands and then placed wiping cloth under running water in hand wash sink. Gloves must be removed and hands washed before continuing to utilize wiping cloth. COS. Trip #2 hand washing violation has been corrected. Did observe an employee was hands in food prep sink. CHSC 113953.3How to fixFix it
- High temperature dishwasher didn't reach 160 degrees f at final rinse. Repair dishwasher so it reaches a minimum of 160 degrees F. Auto-Chlor showed up at end of inspection. Impound sticker removed. Only use dishwasher if capable of reaching 160 degrees F. Temperature gauge on left. Trip #2 This major violation was changed to a minor violation. The water temperature is not reaching 160F but is dispensing 50ppm of chlorine at final rinse. CHSC 114099.7How to fixFix it
- Dishwasher impounded. Don't use dishwasher until impound released by Marin County Environmental Health. Auto-Chlor showed up at end of inspection. Impound sticker removed. Only use dishwasher if capable of reaching 160 degrees F. CHSC 114393How to fixFix it
Source: Marin County Community Development Agency, Environmental Health Services
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Next: Observed food handler touch garbage container with gloved hands and then placed wiping cloth under running water in hand wash sink. Gloves must be removed and hands washed before continuing to utilize wiping cloth. COS. Trip #2 hand washing violation has been corrected. Did observe an employee was hands in food prep sink.The county found: “Observed food handler touch garbage container with gloved hands and then placed wiping cloth under running water in…”
Then the next one: High temperature dishwasher didn't reach 160 degrees f at final rinse. Repair dishwasher so it reaches a minimum of 160 degrees F. Auto-Chlor showed up at end of inspection. Impound sticker removed. Only use dishwasher if capable of reaching 160 degrees F. Temperature gauge on left. Trip #2 This major violation was changed to a minor violation. The water temperature is not reaching 160F but is dispensing 50ppm of chlorine at final rinse.
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From Marin County Community Development Agency, Environmental Health Services · 6 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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LatestMar 22, 2019Follow-up inspectionGreen placard
This one: Green placard, inspected Mar 22, 2019.
3 violations listed, 0 marked critical.
Not critical (3)
Observed food handler touch garbage container with gloved hands and then placed wiping cloth under running water in hand wash sink. Gloves must be removed and hands washed before continuing to utilize wiping cloth. COS. Trip #2 hand washing violation has been corrected. Did observe an employee was hands in food prep sink.
The department's words
CHSC 113953.3 Observed food handler touch garbage container with gloved hands and then placed wiping cloth under running water in hand wash sink. Gloves must be removed and hands washed before continuing to utilize wiping cloth. COS. Trip #2 hand washing violation has been corrected. Did observe an employee was hands in food prep sink.
Corrected during the inspection
High temperature dishwasher didn't reach 160 degrees f at final rinse. Repair dishwasher so it reaches a minimum of 160 degrees F. Auto-Chlor showed up at end of inspection. Impound sticker removed. Only use dishwasher if capable of reaching 160 degrees F. Temperature gauge on left. Trip #2 This major violation was changed to a minor violation. The water temperature is not reaching 160F but is dispensing 50ppm of chlorine at final rinse.
The department's words
CHSC 114099.7 High temperature dishwasher didn't reach 160 degrees f at final rinse. Repair dishwasher so it reaches a minimum of 160 degrees F. Auto-Chlor showed up at end of inspection. Impound sticker removed. Only use dishwasher if capable of reaching 160 degrees F. Temperature gauge on left. Trip #2 This major violation was changed to a minor violation. The water temperature is not reaching 160F but is dispensing 50ppm of chlorine at final rinse.
Corrected during the inspection
Dishwasher impounded. Don't use dishwasher until impound released by Marin County Environmental Health. Auto-Chlor showed up at end of inspection. Impound sticker removed. Only use dishwasher if capable of reaching 160 degrees F.
The department's words
CHSC 114393 Dishwasher impounded. Don't use dishwasher until impound released by Marin County Environmental Health. Auto-Chlor showed up at end of inspection. Impound sticker removed. Only use dishwasher if capable of reaching 160 degrees F.
EarlierMar 19, 2019Routine inspectionYellow placard
3 violations listed, 2 marked critical.
Critical (2)
Marked critical by Marin County Community Development Agency, Environmental Health Services
Observed food handler touch garbage container with gloved hands and then placed wiping cloth under running water in hand wash sink. Gloves must be removed and hands washed before continuing to utilize wiping cloth. COS.
The department's words
CHSC 113953.3 Observed food handler touch garbage container with gloved hands and then placed wiping cloth under running water in hand wash sink. Gloves must be removed and hands washed before continuing to utilize wiping cloth. COS.
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Marked critical by Marin County Community Development Agency, Environmental Health Services
High temperature dishwasher didn't reach 160 degrees f at final rinse. Repair dishwasher so it reaches a minimum of 160 degrees F. Auto-Chlor showed up at end of inspection. Impound sticker removed. Only use dishwasher if capable of reaching 160 degrees F. Temperature gauge on left.
The department's words
CHSC 114099.7 High temperature dishwasher didn't reach 160 degrees f at final rinse. Repair dishwasher so it reaches a minimum of 160 degrees F. Auto-Chlor showed up at end of inspection. Impound sticker removed. Only use dishwasher if capable of reaching 160 degrees F. Temperature gauge on left.
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Not critical (1)
Dishwasher impounded. Don't use dishwasher until impound released by Marin County Environmental Health. Auto-Chlor showed up at end of inspection. Impound sticker removed. Only use dishwasher if capable of reaching 160 degrees F.
The department's words
CHSC 114393 Dishwasher impounded. Don't use dishwasher until impound released by Marin County Environmental Health. Auto-Chlor showed up at end of inspection. Impound sticker removed. Only use dishwasher if capable of reaching 160 degrees F.
EarlierSep 1, 2017Follow-up inspectionGreen placard
4 violations listed, 0 marked critical.
Not critical (4)
The following foods were measured at unsafe temperatures: - Falafel 47F walk in - Garlic butter 47F walk in - Shredded cheese 48F Maintain potentially hazardous foods below 41F or above 135F. Adjust the walk in or repair.
The department's words
CHSC 113996 The following foods were measured at unsafe temperatures: - Falafel 47F walk in - Garlic butter 47F walk in - Shredded cheese 48F Maintain potentially hazardous foods below 41F or above 135F. Adjust the walk in or repair.
The drain line for the food prep sink is misaligned with the floor sink. Move so water doesn't leak onto the floor.
The department's words
CHSC 114190 The drain line for the food prep sink is misaligned with the floor sink. Move so water doesn't leak onto the floor.
There are visible soils on the cold plate in the ice bin at the bar. Keep plate clean and sanitized as it is intended to be in contact with ice. Current standards do not include the use of this equipment. If cleanliness continues to be an issue, or a remodel occurs, the plate will have to be replaced with an approved alternative. There was no ice in the bin at the time of the inspection.
The department's words
CHSC 114115 There are visible soils on the cold plate in the ice bin at the bar. Keep plate clean and sanitized as it is intended to be in contact with ice. Current standards do not include the use of this equipment. If cleanliness continues to be an issue, or a remodel occurs, the plate will have to be replaced with an approved alternative. There was no ice in the bin at the time of the inspection.
Hot water measured 112F 120F is required.
The department's words
CHSC 114192 Hot water measured 112F 120F is required.
EarlierAug 30, 2017Routine inspectionRed placard
6 violations listed, 1 marked critical.
Critical (1)
Marked critical by Marin County Community Development Agency, Environmental Health Services
The hot water measured 102F as the gas has been shut off. PG&E shut off the gas supply after a leak was found. This facility will be required to close until the line is repaired, gas is restored to the facility, and hot water is verified to be available. A red placard will be posted. Do not move or obscure.
The department's words
CHSC 114192 The hot water measured 102F as the gas has been shut off. PG&E shut off the gas supply after a leak was found. This facility will be required to close until the line is repaired, gas is restored to the facility, and hot water is verified to be available. A red placard will be posted. Do not move or obscure.
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Not critical (5)
The towel dispenser for the employee restroom is empty. Maintain paper towels in the dispenser.
The department's words
CHSC 113953.2 The towel dispenser for the employee restroom is empty. Maintain paper towels in the dispenser.
The following foods were measured at unsafe temperatures: - Falafel 47F walk in - Garlic butter 47F walk in - Shredded cheese 48F Maintain potentially hazardous foods below 41F or above 135F. Adjust the walk in or repair.
The department's words
CHSC 113996 The following foods were measured at unsafe temperatures: - Falafel 47F walk in - Garlic butter 47F walk in - Shredded cheese 48F Maintain potentially hazardous foods below 41F or above 135F. Adjust the walk in or repair.
The dial stem thermometer provided in the kitchen was not properly calibrated. Calibration was completed with a food handler.
The department's words
CHSC 114159 The dial stem thermometer provided in the kitchen was not properly calibrated. Calibration was completed with a food handler.
The drain line for the food prep sink is misaligned with the floor sink. Move so water doesn't leak onto the floor.
The department's words
CHSC 114190 The drain line for the food prep sink is misaligned with the floor sink. Move so water doesn't leak onto the floor.
There are visible soils on the cold plate in the ice bin at the bar. Keep plate clean and sanitized as it is intended to be in contact with ice. Current standards do not include the use of this equipment. If cleanliness continues to be an issue, or a remodel occurs, the plate will have to be replaced with an approved alternative. There was no ice in the bin at the time of the inspection.
The department's words
CHSC 114115 There are visible soils on the cold plate in the ice bin at the bar. Keep plate clean and sanitized as it is intended to be in contact with ice. Current standards do not include the use of this equipment. If cleanliness continues to be an issue, or a remodel occurs, the plate will have to be replaced with an approved alternative. There was no ice in the bin at the time of the inspection.
EarlierJul 26, 2016Routine inspectionGreen placard
11 violations listed, 0 marked critical.
Not critical (11)
Post the health permit in public view.
The department's words
CHSC 114381 Post the health permit in public view.
Rear hand sink behind the kitchen at the soda machine does not have running warm water as is required. Supply 100F water within 24 hours.
The department's words
CHSC 113953.c Rear hand sink behind the kitchen at the soda machine does not have running warm water as is required. Supply 100F water within 24 hours.
Observed wet cloth towels used to cover lettuce in the drawer cooler. Use plastic instead as it is a sanitary surface. Corrected.
The department's words
CHSC 113980 Observed wet cloth towels used to cover lettuce in the drawer cooler. Use plastic instead as it is a sanitary surface. Corrected.
When asked to wash knives mentioned above, the food handler rinsed them with water in the prep sink. Always wash, rinse, and sanitize food contact surfaces in the dishwasher or the three compartment sink.
The department's words
CHSC 114099.6 When asked to wash knives mentioned above, the food handler rinsed them with water in the prep sink. Always wash, rinse, and sanitize food contact surfaces in the dishwasher or the three compartment sink.
Observed knives stored between refrigeration equipment in the kitchen. Do not store in this in unsanitary location. Corrected.
The department's words
CHSC 113984.d Observed knives stored between refrigeration equipment in the kitchen. Do not store in this in unsanitary location. Corrected.
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Observed evidence of floor mats being pressure washed outside. Waste water drains to a storm drain. discontinue washing mats outside. Use mop sink or other drain that is connected to the sewer. cored with staff today.
The department's words
CHSC 114197 Observed evidence of floor mats being pressure washed outside. Waste water drains to a storm drain. discontinue washing mats outside. Use mop sink or other drain that is connected to the sewer. cored with staff today.
a. There is mildew growing on the condenser box in the walk in refrigerator. Clean within 3 days. b. The floor sinks in the bar area have black mildew growth. Clean and maintain within 3 days.
The department's words
CHSC 114115.c a. There is mildew growing on the condenser box in the walk in refrigerator. Clean within 3 days. b. The floor sinks in the bar area have black mildew growth. Clean and maintain within 3 days.
Observed sanitizer bucket was empty at the sanitizer dispenser at the 3 compartment sink. Keep supplies stocked. Corrected.
The department's words
CHSC 114107 Observed sanitizer bucket was empty at the sanitizer dispenser at the 3 compartment sink. Keep supplies stocked. Corrected.
Paper towels in public restrooms are not provided in commercial towel dispensers as required. correct within 3 days.
The department's words
CHSC 114175 Paper towels in public restrooms are not provided in commercial towel dispensers as required. correct within 3 days.
Baking sheets observed stored on the floor in the dish washing area. Store pans in a sanitary location. Corrected.
The department's words
CHSC 114179 Baking sheets observed stored on the floor in the dish washing area. Store pans in a sanitary location. Corrected.
There is a leak in the water heater room. Repair within 14 days.
The department's words
CHSC 114190 There is a leak in the water heater room. Repair within 14 days.
EarlierFeb 11, 2015Routine inspectionGreen placard
1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.
Not critical (1)
Sanitizer buckets used for wiping down cutting boards did not have adequate level of sanitizer. Repair auto-dispenser ASAP. Bleach used to replace sanitizer until repairs are done.
The department's words
CHSC 114113 Sanitizer buckets used for wiping down cutting boards did not have adequate level of sanitizer. Repair auto-dispenser ASAP. Bleach used to replace sanitizer until repairs are done.
Corrected during the inspection
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