PALENQUE COLOMBIAN FOOD
GRADE AWednesday, February 8, 2023
Address
298 GRAHAM AVENUE
Brooklyn, NY 11211
Cuisine
Spanish
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Violations
2 total
⚠ 2 critical
Facility History
7 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).