Marin County, CA

Roadside BBQ

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Last inspected Oct 1, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Only Minor Violation(s) Found

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When was Roadside BBQ last inspected?: The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 1, 2026. The result listed by Marin County Environmental Health Services was “Only Minor Violation(s) Found”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?: Yes: 2 violations recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?: 4 inspections on record, from Mar 20, 2024 to Oct 1, 2026.
Has Roadside BBQ ever been closed by the health department?: No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Mar 20, 2024.

The Full Inspection History

4 inspections

Routine

Oct 1, 2026

Only Minor Violation(s) Found

2 recorded violations

minorCode CHSC 113996Food temperature

Official Wording

Sausage in prep table unit at front cook's line observed/measured at 54F. Per employee, sausage holding in refrigeration unit since night prior. Sausage discarded during visit. All potentially hazardous foods (PHFs) shall be maintained under proper temperatures.

Inspector’s Notes

Minor violations were also observed. For more information, contact Marin County Environmental Health Services at (415) 473-6907. The report can be viewed at County of Marin Environmental Health Services, 3501 Civic Center Drive, Room 236, San Rafael, CA 94903. Office hours: Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m, and Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.. The report may be also be viewed at the facility upon request.

In Plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

minorCode CHSC 114130Food temperature

Official Wording

Prep table unit at cook's line observed at ambient air temperature of 54F. All refrigerators/equipment shall be maintained in good repair. All refrigeration units holding PHFs shall be capable/sufficient of maintaining PHFs at acceptable temperatures. Some PHFs (Potato salad, cut tomato, garlic oil) were just prepared, per employee and were relocated to walk in refrigerator during inspection. Other PHFs (sausage) were holding since night prior and discarded.

Inspector’s Notes

In Plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

Official record from Marin County Environmental Health Services, Oct 1, 2026 · Original Source

Routine

Mar 3, 2026

Only Minor Violation(s) Found

1 recorded violation

minorCode CHSC 113948Other

Official Wording

Ensure all food handler cards are available on site for review and current at all times. Food handler cards unavailable at this time.

Inspector’s Notes

Minor violations were found. For more information, contact Marin County Environmental Health Services at (415)473-6907 and ask to see the actual inspection or ask the facility for the inspection report.

In Plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

Official record from Marin County Environmental Health Services, Mar 3, 2026 · Original Source

Routine

Feb 25, 2025

Only Minor Violation(s) Found

1 recorded violation

minorCode CHSC 113953.2Handwashing

Official Wording

Observed a pitcher kept in the front hand sink. Hand sinks are for handwashing only. Pitcher removed.

Inspector’s Notes

Green Placard Other minor violations were also found. For more information, contact Marin County Environmental Health Services at (415)473-6907 and ask to see the actual inspection or ask the food facility for the inspection report.

In Plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

Mar 20, 2024

Only Minor Violation(s) Found

1 recorded violation

minorCode CHSC 113996Food temperature

Official Wording

Observed blanched potatoes at 60F on counter. Hold potentially hazardous foods (PHFs) at 135F or above or at 41F or below. Manager stated they typically discard any leftover fries on counter after 2 hours. Use time logs for these items and ensure potatoes are discarded within 4 ours of being blanched. Observed cooked chicken at 129F-140F and beans at 119F on steam table. Observed beef ribs at 116F and mashed potatoes at 106F in back kitchen warmer. Ensure items are reheated to 165F to properly hot hold at 135F.

Inspector’s Notes

Green (pass) placard posted. Minor violations were also found. For more information, contact Marin County Environmental Health Services at (415) 473-6907 and ask to see the actual inspection report Or ask the food facility for the inspection report.