PALENQUE COLOMBIAN FOOD

GRADE A

Wednesday, February 8, 2023

Overview

PALENQUE COLOMBIAN FOOD in East Williamsburg received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on February 8, 2023, scoring 10 points. The inspection found 2 violations, including 2 critical.

Address
298 GRAHAM AVENUE
Brooklyn, NY 11211
Cuisine
Spanish
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Violations
2 total
⚠ 2 critical
Facility History
8 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 08C

Pesticide not properly used or stored

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

⚠️ Why This Matters

Improper pesticide use causes chemical contamination and acute poisoning

📋 Code Requirements

Licensed applicator only; follow label directions; store away from food; use approved chemicals

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Protection from Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.31
⚠ CRITICAL 06C

Food not protected from contamination

Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.

⚠️ Why This Matters

Unprotected food exposed to bacteria, viruses, chemicals, and physical contaminants

📋 Code Requirements

Cover all food; store 6 inches off floor; protect from customer contamination; use sneeze guards

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Protection from Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.09
Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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PALENQUE COLOMBIAN FOOD — Inspection Questions

Did PALENQUE COLOMBIAN FOOD pass their NYC health inspection on February 8, 2023?
PALENQUE COLOMBIAN FOOD passed with an A grade on February 8, 2023 with a score of 10 points. The inspection found 2 violation(s).
What critical violations did PALENQUE COLOMBIAN FOOD have?
PALENQUE COLOMBIAN FOOD had 2 critical violation(s) during their inspection. Critical violations directly contribute to foodborne illness and must be corrected immediately. These include issues with temperature control, hand washing, cross-contamination, and pest infestations.
What does violation code 08C mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 08C (Pesticide not properly used or stored) is a major violation. Pesticides must be properly labeled, stored, and used according to regulations Improper pesticide use causes chemical contamination and acute poisoning
What does violation code 06C mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 06C (Food not protected from contamination) is a critical violation. All food must be protected from contamination during storage, prep, display and service Unprotected food exposed to bacteria, viruses, chemicals, and physical contaminants