BLUE PALMETTO CAFE
1151 TOWER BLVD · LAKE WALES · Polk County · FL 33853
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
6 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 1
03A-02-5High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter packets 71° from 8am operator placed in reach in freezer for quick chill , reviewed time as a public health control with operator **Corrective Action Taken**
Intermediate 1
11-27-4Intermediate – Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed operator and printed **Corrected On-Site**
Basic 4
14-09-4Basic – Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
22-08-4Basic – Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. On cooks line
33-16-4Basic – Open dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-17-4Basic – Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed avocados over ready to eat sauces in two door reach in cooler. Operator moved avocados **Corrected On-Site**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 22, 2026 8:01 AM.
Violation category totals
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Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.