Palhares Restaurant
Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026
55
Score
The health department has logged four inspections at Palhares Restaurant, the earliest from 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 13, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around six violations, down from roughly 10 violations earlier in the record.
“Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Tiverton facility scores 84, putting Palhares Restaurant on the weaker side. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
4
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 13, 2026
Re-Inspection
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods such as raw chicken and beef were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods limes, lettuce, and fruits in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Discharge pipe at handwashing sink was observed disconnected during time of inspection. Equipment to be in good repair and proper adjustment.
5-205.15
Food not reheated to required temperature for hot holding
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Beans and stews were observed in table top hot holding unit at 54 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit. TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD that is cooked, cooled, and reheated for hot holding shall be reheated so that all parts of the food reach a temperature of at least 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds. Foods were reheated during time of inspection. Proper reheating procedures reviewed with PIC.
3-403.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Dish machine is awaiting repairs. Establishment is manually sanitizing dishes in 3 bay sink.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: 1. The walk-in freezer gasket was observed in poor repair (causing ice accumulation) 2. Pizza prep unit gasket was observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The ceiling above prep unit and hot holding station was observed in poor repair (staff states there was an old leak). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
55
Jan 5, 2026
Routine
5 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 14 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods such as beef, pork and fish were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods such as vegetables, cooked beans, and cooked pork in the walk-in refrigerator and 2 door reach-in. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
Medicines stored or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employees' medicines were not stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, or utensils.
7-207.11
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher was 0 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. Establishment must use 3 bay sink to wash, rinse and sanitize all dishes until dishmachine is properly adjusted.
4-501.114
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the can opener were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Can opener was placed in warewashing area to be cleaned and sanitized.
4-602.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw shelled eggs were observed held at 67 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per interview of staff, eggs are left out at room temperature. Eggs observed were placed at station yesterday. Eggs were voluntarily disposed of. Establishment to cease this process.
3-501.16(A)
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: No person certified in food safety was present as needed at the time of inspection. Management's plan for assessing, monitoring, and controlling foodborne disease hazards is inadequate.
2-103.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Various foods were observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.
3-501.17
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the dish machine and 3 bay sink.
4-302.14
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
Inspector notes: 1. The handwashing sink in the kitchen was lacking soap (COS). 2. All handwashing sinks in the facility are lacking notification signage.
5-205.11
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cases of shredded cheese were observed stored in the outside storage pod. Cheese was temping at 35 degrees Fahrenheit. Foods that require refrigeration must be maintained under proper temperature and under mechanical refrigeration during storage. Establishment informed to cease practice. Cheese was placed in walk-in cooler during time of inspection.
3-305.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: 1. The walk-in freezer gasket was observed in poor repair (causing ice accumulation) 2. Pizza prep unit gasket was observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: 1. fanguards in walk-in cooler 2. sides of deep fryer 3. interior of chest cooler in kitchen 4. can opener base 5. exterior of dish machine 6. ice machine (interior and exterior)
4-601.11(B)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The ceiling above prep unit and hot holding station was observed in poor repair (staff states there was an old leak). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Floors in walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer were observed in poor repair.
6-501.11
25
Dec 10, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: 1. dump sink at bar observed in poor repair 2. food prep sink is lacking an airgap. Leak also observed at discharge pipe. Partition required.
5-205.15
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw chicken observed stored over condiments and ready to eat foods in the in the walk-in and reach-in refrigerators. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
Inspector notes: 1. the handwashing sink in the kitchen was lacking soap (COS) 2. the handwashing sinks in the facility are lacking notification signage
5-205.11
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw fish observed thawing with the packaging still intact. Vacuum packaged fish must be removed from the packaging prior to thawing. Fish was still frozen, food removed from package.
3-501.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: 1. wall by bar baseboard 2. floors in walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer
6-501.11
58
Feb 29, 2024
Opening
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher was 0 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. Service call placed. 3-bay sink must be used to sanitize until dishwasher is serviced and is operating with proper sanitizing concentration.
4-501.114
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: The consumer advisory provided does not disclose the foods on the menu that are raw or undercooked. New menus are to be printed with proper consumer advisory disclosure.
3-603.11
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The floor in the walk-in cooler and freezer is in poor repair. Several tiles are cracked. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-101.11
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cooking utensils and table utensils are displayed with the lip surface up. Utensils are to be stored so that only the handles are touched by employees and consumers if consumer self-service is provided.
4-903.11(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine have an accumulation of pink/black residues and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Palhares Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Palhares Restaurant on file is from Jan 13, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Palhares Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Palhares Restaurant.
How does Palhares Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Tiverton?
Palhares Restaurant most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Tiverton average of 84.
Has Palhares Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Palhares Restaurant have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Palhares Restaurant means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Palhares Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Palhares Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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