Palette
Last inspected: Mar 31, 2017
78
Score
Across the available record, Palette has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2010. The most recent visit was on Mar 31, 2017. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Public records show no inspections at Palette since Mar 31, 2017, so this file may not reflect current conditions.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around seven violations to closer to five violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded six times.
The city-wide average sits at 81, which Palette's 78 doesn't quite reach. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspection History
Mar 31, 2017
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND UNEVEN FLOOR WITH CRACKED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN FRONT OF THE SWINGING KITCHEN DOOR LEADING TO THE SMALL PREP KITCHEN ON THE 2ND FLOOR.FLOORS MUST BE EVEN, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE AT ALL TIMES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: FOUND A LARGE HOLE IN THE CEILING INSIDE THE SMALL STORAGE CLOSET ON THE 2ND FLOOR. MUST REPAIR HOLE AT CEILING AND MAINTAIN.ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: FOUND BURNT OUT LIGHT FIXTURE ON THE 3DR FLOOR DRY STORAGE ROOM. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: FOUND SMALL STORAGE AREA CLOSET ON THE 2ND FLOOR NOT WELL ORGANIZED. MUST DECLUTTER AND BETTER ORGANIZE ABOVE STATED AREA AS WELL AS HAVE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR AND 6 INCHES AWAY FROM THE WALLS.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOUND FOOD PREP STAFF, SERVERS AND BARTENDERS WITHOUT THEIR IDPH FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HAVE ALL FOOD PREP STAFF, SERVERS AND BARTENDERS OBTAIN THEIR IDPH FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATE WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE.
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Aug 1, 2014
Consultation
5 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR PREP AREAS AND BEHIND THE 1ST FLOOR BAR. OBSERVED 36 LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON THE WALLS AND CEILING OF THESE AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: NO HOT WATER WAS AVAILABLE AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK BEHIND THE 1ST FLOOR BAR. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND PROVIDE HOT WATER ABOVE 110F TO THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR BEHIND THE 3RD FLOOR BAR WITH FOOD DEBRIS, SPILLS AND LITTER. OBSERVED A SECTION OF RAW WOODEN FLOOR BEHIND THE 3RD FLOOR BAR. MUST PROVIDE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE AT THE 3RD FLOOR BAR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE THE MISSING WALL TILES UNDER THE KITCHEN DISHMACHINE. REPAIR THE WALL SECTION NEXT TO THE DOOR FRAME TO THE BACK STAIRCASE. REPLACE THE CEILING TILES IN THE 2ND FLOOR DRY STORAGE ROOM WITH CHIPPED PAINT.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF ALL PREP COOLERS.
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Jul 29, 2014
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR PREP AREAS AND BEHIND THE 1ST FLOOR BAR. OBSERVED 36 LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON THE WALLS AND CEILING OF THESE AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: NO HOT WATER WAS AVAILABLE AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK BEHIND THE 1ST FLOOR BAR. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND PROVIDE HOT WATER ABOVE 110F TO THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR BEHIND THE 3RD FLOOR BAR WITH FOOD DEBRIS, SPILLS AND LITTER. OBSERVED A SECTION OF RAW WOODEN FLOOR BEHIND THE 3RD FLOOR BAR. MUST PROVIDE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE AT THE 3RD FLOOR BAR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE THE MISSING WALL TILES UNDER THE KITCHEN DISHMACHINE. REPAIR THE WALL SECTION NEXT TO THE DOOR FRAME TO THE BACK STAIRCASE. REPLACE THE CEILING TILES IN THE 2ND FLOOR DRY STORAGE ROOM WITH CHIPPED PAINT.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF ALL PREP COOLERS.
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May 16, 2014
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT #1445224 ON 5/8/14 NOT CORRECTED: 29/02 - FLOORS NEED REPAIR ON THE 4th FL, FOUND MISSING TILES. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WHERE EVER NEEDED. MANAGER CALLED A REPAIRMAN TO REPLACE THE MISSING FLOOR TILES DURING THE INSPECTION. THE REPAIRMEN ARRIVED AT 12PM TO BEGIN THE WORK. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #14.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOODS IN THE COOLERS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKETS INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLER DOORS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE ON THE 2ND FLOOR.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR BEHIND THE 3RD FLOOR BAR WITH FOOD DEBRIS, SPILLS AND LITTER. OBSERVED A SECTION OF RAW WOODEN FLOOR BEHIND THE 3RD FLOOR BAR. MUST PROVIDE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE AT THE 3RD FLOOR BAR.
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May 8, 2014
Routine
11 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: FACILITIES DO NOT MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE. OBSERVED THE PREP COOLER BELOW THE GRILL WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 54.3F AND THE PREP COOLER ACROSS FROM THE GRILL AND BROILER WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 50F. BOTH COOLERS WERE USED TO STORE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. BOTH COOLERS WERE TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE COOLERS BELOW 40F. UPON MY RETURN ON 5/9/14, BOTH COOLERS HAVE BEEN REPAIRED AND ARE MAINTAINING AIR TEMPERATURES OF 36.1F AND 36.5F. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLERS. OBSERVED CHICKEN AT 48.7F, COOKED RICE AT 53.2F, GYRO MEAT AT 47.3F, COOKED PASTA AT 51.8F, CHEESE AT 50.1F, FISH AT 46.7F, CHILI AT 51.9F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 54# OF FOOD WORTH APPROXIMATELY $92. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: NO SANITIZER WAS DETECTED AT THE FINAL RINSE FOR THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE AT THE 1ST FLOOR BAR. NO CONTAINER OF SANITIZER WAS CONNECTED TO THE FEEDER LINES TO THE MACHINE. THE DISHMACHINE WAS BEING USED AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. MACHINE TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. MUST WASH GLASSES AT EITHER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OR THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE IN THE PREP AREA UNTIL THE MACHINE IS MAINTAINED WITH A PROPER CONCENTRATION OF SANITIZER (IODINE AT 12PPM). THE MACHINE WAS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. UPON MY RETURN, ON 5/9/14, THE DISHMACHINE WAS SANITIZING AT 12PPM IODINE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION DURING STORAGE. OBSERVED BOTTLES OF DRINK MIXES STORED IN THE ICE BIN THAT IS ALSO USED FOR CUSTOMER'S DRINKS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ICE USED FOR CONSUMPTION CANNOT ALSO BE USED FOR COOLING BOTTLES OR OTHER PRODUCTS. MANAGEMENT DISCARDED THE ICE FROM THE ICE BIN AND REMOVED THE BOTTLES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OUTER OPENINGS NOT RODENT PROOFED. OBSERVED A 1/2" GAP ALONG THE BOTTOM OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR TO THE ALLEY. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL OUTER OPENINGS MUST BE RODENT PROOF. ALSO, OBSERVED 2 LIVE COCKROACHES ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE 3RD FLOOR BAR. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed
Inspector notes: NO HOT WATER WAS AVAILABLE AT THE HANDSINK LOCATED BEHIND THE 1ST FLOOR BAR. THE HOT WATER WAS TURNED OFF TO THE HANDSINK DUE TO AN ISSUE WITH THE WATER LINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CONVERT THE DUMP SINK BEHIND THE BAR INTO A HANDSINK AND PROVIDE SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT THE HANDSINK. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION FROM REPORT #1324665 ON 9/10/13 NOT CORRECTED: 34/01 - FLOORS NEED REPAIR ON THE 4th FL, FOUND MISSING TILES. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WHERE EVER NEEDED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOODS IN THE COOLERS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKETS INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLER DOORS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE ON THE 2ND FLOOR.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR BEHIND THE 3RD FLOOR BAR WITH FOOD DEBRIS, SPILLS AND LITTER. OBSERVED A SECTION OF RAW WOODEN FLOOR BEHIND THE 3RD FLOOR BAR. MUST PROVIDE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE AT THE 3RD FLOOR BAR.
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Sep 10, 2013
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED THE INTERIOR DOOR OF THE SERVICE COOLER IN THE MAIN KITCHEN IS IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE WALK IN COOLER ON THE 1st FL TO REMOVE DEBRIS FROM SHELVING. ALSO CLEAN INSIDE COOLER ON THE 4th FL.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS TO REMOVE DEBRIS. FLOORS NEED REPAIR ON THE 4th FL, FOUND MISSING TILES. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WHERE EVER NEEDED.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED HOLE AND BROKEN TILES INTO WALL UNDERNEATH DISH WASHING MACHINE. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 14, 2012
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE 2-COOLER DRAWER DOORS AT 1st FLOOR KITCHEN, WERE NOT SHUTTING TIGHTLY, MUST FIX. CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES MUST BE REPLACED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FOLLOWING NEED CLEANING: FAN GUARDS & CONDENSERS OF WALK-IN COOLERS, SINK DRAINS AT BARS-DUE TO FOOD DEBRIS OR DUST.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: POOR FLOOR GROUTING AT MAIN DISHROOM MUST BE FIXED; 2nd FLOOR DISHROOM & BAR FLOORS MUST BE KEPT DRY, TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. MISSING CAULKING BETWEEN THE FLOOR & BASEBOARD TILES IN MAIN DISHROOM MUST BE FIXED
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MISSING CORNER COVINGS ON WALLS IN VARIOUS AREAS OF THE PREP & STORAGE ROOMS, MUST PROVIDE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE WASTE LINE UNDER THE BEER TAP AT 3RD FLOOR BAR MUST EXTEND TO THE FLOOR DRAIN.
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Apr 29, 2011
Suspected Food Poisoning
8 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOODS AND LABEL DRY FOOD CONTAINERS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. PROVIDE DOOR HANDLES WHERE MISSING FOR THE SALAD PREP COOLER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. DETAIL CLEAN THE 2ND FLOOR VENTILATION HOOD.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR OF THE 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. REPAIR THE OPENINGS IN THE WALLS AND CEILING IN THE 4TH FLOOR WOMEN'S LOCKER ROOM AND LIQUOR STORAGE ROOM. SEAL ALL GAPS BETWEEN WALL SECTIONS, AT CORNERS AND BETWEEN WALL AND CEILING.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. NONE OF THE VENTILATION FANS IN THE 4 RESTROOMS ARE OPERATING PROPERLY. MUST CLEAN AND REPLACE IF NECESSARY.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR LEAK AT HOT WATER HEATER ON THE 3RD FLOOR.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination. ICE SCOOP STORED IN THE ICE BIN BEHIND THE BAR. MUST PROVIDE A SANITARY HOLDER OUTSIDE OF THE ICE BIN.
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Feb 16, 2010
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: Equipment and utensils should get proper exposure to the sanitizing solution during the rinse cycle. Bactericidal treatment shall consist of exposure of all dish and utensil surfaces to a rinse of clean water at a temperature of not less than 180F. FOUND DISH MACHINES ON SITE NOT PROPERLY SANITIZING. SMALL GLASSWARE DISH MACHINE NOT REGISTERING ANY SANITIZING SOLUTION DURING THE FINAL RINSE CYCLE(IODINE). ALSO, LARGE DISH MACHINE IN REAR PREP AREA NOT REGISTERING ANY SANITIZING SOLUTION (CHLORINE). MUST REPAIR BOTH DISH MACHINES ON SITE SO THAT THEY CAN PROPERLY SANITIZE MULTI USE ITEMS. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MUST INVERT ALL MULTI USE ITEMS ON SITE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. SEAL OPENINGS ALONG WALLS THROUGHOUT 4TH FLOOR TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST REPAIR FLOOR IN FOURTH FLOOR LIQUOR STORAGE & THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA UNDER AND BEHIND COOLERS AND SHELVING.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET AT THE 1ST HAND SINK BEHIND THE 1ST FLOOR BAR.
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Feb 14, 2010
Complaint
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Palette last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Palette on file is from Mar 31, 2017. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Palette?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Palette.
Has Palette's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Palette have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Palette means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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