KHON'S ON PALAFOX
34 S PALAFOX ST, Pensacola FL 32502
Last inspected Jul 23, 2026 · 11 visits since February 2024
5 inspections within 33 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach under bar in drain.
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Operator placed time on items Sushi rice.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand washing station at kitchen.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Equipment located in an area not protected from overhead leakage of pipes, drains and other sources. Underneath AC Unit in kitchen.
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Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Underneath AC Unit in kitchen.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood system and hood vents.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine ice shield behind kitchen soiled. Employees cleaned machine during inspection.
Equipment located in an area not protected from overhead leakage of pipes, drains and other sources. Prep pans and fryer baskets hanging under wall mounted air conditioner. Employees moved items to wharewashing area.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine chlorine 0ppm. Operator set up three compartment sink to sanitize dishes.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink out of order. Operator stated it has been down for an extended period of time.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 3 high priority.
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine chlorine 0ppm. Operator set up three compartment sink to sanitize dishes.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed the following in low boy reach in cooler: HELD 24HRS- marinated chicken 52F, ground beef 52F, riblets 50F, shrimp 54F, chicken 51F, steak 50F, steak bites 53F, soft crab 52F, scrambled egg 52F, cooked sweet potatoes 54F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following in low boy reach in cooler: HELD 24HRS- marinated chicken 52F, ground beef 52F, riblets 50F, shrimp 54F, chicken 51F, steak 50F, steak bites 53F, soft crab 52F, scrambled egg 52F, cooked sweet potatoes 54F. See stop sale.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink out of order. Operator stated it has been down for an extended period of time.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed six dead roaches behind sushi/bar location at front of establishment.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a refrigerator- not all products commercially packaged. Observed shell eggs over raw shrimp in walk in cooler. Operator moved shell eggs to bottom of shelf.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple food items without a date mark in walk in cooler and reach in coolers.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In walk-in freezer
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach under bar in drain.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed two dead roaches. One under bar and one under keg storage at bar.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in walk in freezer from overhead condenser.
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