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Petula's

May 22, 2026 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings10
critical findings1

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Failed findings

Preventing Contamination from Hands (P)critical

Inspector note: Observed food handler in main kitchen handling lettuce with bare hands. Discussed with PIC to ensure food handlers are wearing clean gloves while handling ready to eat foods. COS
code 590.003(C)/3-301.11-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)

Inspector note: Observed shell stock tags incomplete. Discussed with PIC to ensure the last date sold is completed on all shellstock tags and maintained for 90 days
code 590.003/3-203.12-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Warewashing Machines Automatic Dispensing of Detergents and Sanitizers (Pf)

Inspector note: Observed low temp dish machine dispensing chlorine @ 0ppm. PIC contacted company for immediate services and was instructed to utilize 3 compartment sink until remedied.
code 590.004/4-204.117-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector note: Observed white bulk containers in basement soiled and spilled coffee grinds on grinder table. Clean with frequency to prevent build up and spillage
code 590.004/4-601.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector note: Observed handsink in basement prep area blocked with sheet pans / main kitchen handsink being used for other than hands. Discussed with PIC to maintain handsinks clear and accessible for handwashing only. COS
code 590.005/5-205.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector note: Observed white bulk containers stored unidentified. Provide a label with the common name of food item stored inside
code 590.003/3-302.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector note: Observed bowls being used for bulk dispensing and knives stored in between walls and equipment. Discontinue and ensure handled scoopers are used for bulk dispensing and utensils are properly stored clean on sanitized contact surface
code 590.003/3-304.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector note: Observed food improperly stored on floor in walk in cooler. Discussed with PIC to ensure foods are properly stored at least 6" off the floor. COS
code 590.003/3-305.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector note: Observed handsink next to pizza station without barrier. Provide a sink barrier at handsink to prevent contamination at pizza station
code 590.003/3-307.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector note: Observed heavy grease spills / food debris underneath fryers. Clean with frequency to ensure spillage and food debris is remove to prevent pest attraction
code 590.006/6-201.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

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