Marin County, CA

Red Whale Coffee

Name: Red Whale Coffee
Address: [Object Object], Marin County, CA

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Last inspected Apr 23, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Only Minor Violation(s) Found

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SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.

The full inspection history

3 inspections

Routine

Apr 23, 2026

Only Minor Violation(s) Found

1 recorded violation

minorCode CHSC 114192Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Hot water measured at maximum 110F at faucet. Maintain hot water at minimum 120F at the faucet. Investigate cause.

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

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

Official record from Marin County Environmental Health Services, Apr 23, 2026 · Original Source

Routine

Mar 13, 2025

Only Minor Violation(s) Found

1 recorded violation

minorCode CHSC 114099.7Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Dishwasher took 2 tries to achieve 160 F. Dishwasher must reach 160 F when in use. Test daily.

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

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Marin County Environmental Health Services, Mar 13, 2025 · Original Source

Routine

Nov 8, 2023

Only Minor Violation(s) Found

1 recorded violation

minorCode CHSC 113947.1Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Food manager certification not available at time of inspection. Facility must have an up-to-date food manager certification displayed to the public. Obtain within 30 days and email a copy to inspector.

Inspector’s notes

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

Official record from Marin County Environmental Health Services, Nov 8, 2023 · Original Source