Platez Southern Kitchen & Coctailz

Inspector notes: Food-contact surfaces were observed to be encrusted with soil deposits. Clean equipment, including glass cups in the drink preparation area and at the bar, was stored on unclean surfaces. The rubber bar mat had visible spillage and sticky residue. Additionally, equipment in the preparation area was stored on an unapproved surface—specifically, a thick absorbent cloth-like material—with debris present. Violation Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils are not maintained clean to sight and touch. Surfaces used for storing clean equipment are not cleanable and nonabsorbent as required. **Corrective Action:** All food-contact surfaces and utensils must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized to be clean to sight and touch. Discontinue use of absorbent materials for storing clean equipment...

Inspector notes: Unpaid fees were identified for the most recent food service permit. Invoices and a credit card authorization form were provided to the person in charge at the time of inspection. Violation Failure to maintain a current, valid food service permit due to nonpayment of required annual permit fees. Food service permits must be renewed and paid annually (due in July). Corrective Action: Submit full payment for all outstanding permit fees immediately using the provided invoice and authorization form. Ensure future permit fees are paid on time each year (by July) to maintain an active and valid food service permit.