Palabra Collective
B909 N 1st St, Phoenix 85004
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-47277
Score based on 8 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 17, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history10 on record
2026
Jun 17, 2026Routine1 foundation1 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
No Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) observed at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants
Inspector's notes
Observed hand sink in kitchen without hand drying provision. PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.
Feb 10, 2026Routine1 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed first in, first out and date marking procedures for milk products. Discussed ware washing test strip use frequency.
Inspector's notes
Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on premises at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants
2025
Sep 10, 2025Re-InspectioncleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.
Sep 8, 2025Re-Inspection1 foundationB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.PIC stated possible menu change for establishment that would potentially change class type. Requested a review for updated menu.
Inspector's notes
Observed no chlorine test strips available at time of inspection. Discussed importance of having chlorine test strips to determine concentration of sanitizer levels. Correct/obtain prior to re-inspection on 09/18/25. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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4-302.13 - Priority Foundation: Temperature Measuring Devices, Manual and Mechanical Warewashing. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces.
Apr 9, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB
Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed no hand drying provision present at handwashing sink located in kitchen prep area. Food employee provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. 4TH CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Repeat Violation 6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.
Inspector's notes
Observed cajete (made with butter and goat milk) measured 60'F in large reach-in unit located in kitchen prep area. PIC stated item was brought out to be portioned an hour prior and was left at ambient temperature for longer than intended. Informed PIC to ensure staff is bringing out TCS food items for active prep and return TCS food items to refrigeration once finished. All TCS foods improperly cold held were relocated to alternative functioning refrigeration unit to rapidly cool to 41°F at time of inspection. Discussed coldholding requirements for pastries with PIC. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below. 2ND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you.https://www.maricopa.gov/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding.
2024
Oct 16, 2024Routine2 priority1 foundation1 coreC
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Note: Discussed approved characteristics for food contact surfaces. Reviewed proper storage of medicine cabinet to prevent contamination onto food contact surfaces.
Inspector's notes
Observed no certified food protection manager present on-site at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants
Inspector's notes
Observed no hand drying provision present at handwashing sink located in kitchen prep area. PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. 3RD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. 5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing. Addl Notes: Observed blocked access to handwashing sink located in kitchen prep area. Handwashing sink access blocked due to freezer placed directly in front of sink. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection. Handwashing sink shall be accessible at all times of operation. 3RD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Repeat Violation 6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.
Inspector's notes
Observed crates of dairy milk bottles (49-51'F) stored at ambient air temperature by coffee counter. PIC stated milk items were delivered less than 4 hours prior. All TCS foods improperly cold held were relocated to alternative functioning refrigeration unit to rapidly cool to 41°F at time of inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you.https://www.maricopa.gov/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding.
Inspector's notes
Observed pitchers of cold brew coffee (10/05) and sandia made with watermelons (10/08) with datemarking past 7 days in reach-in unit located at coffee bar. Observed containers of cajeta made with goat milk and butter (10/08), and sandia (10/08) with datemarking past 7 days in standing reach-in unit located in kitchen prep area. All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). Also reviewed datemarking requirements for dairy products used at coffee bar. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18 - Priority: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources.
May 15, 2024Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB
This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 0 Priority, 2 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights accepted by Elijah T.Inspection report emailed and confirmed by person in charge. On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal. If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may: • Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or • Contact the Department using the email addresses below, o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food) o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants) o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets) o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review) If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-RequestForm-181.Award: B,Signer: Elijah T.
Repeat Violation Priority Foundation-5-205.11, Pf: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox---Handwashing.---Observed the handwashing sink located in the back kitchen being blocked by a chest freezer and the boxes used for pastries. Person in charge made the sink accessible. Discussed the importance of not blocking any handwashing sinks to practice proper handwashing. 2ND REPEAT. Priority Foundation-6-301.12, Pf: Hand Drying Provision. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox---Handwashing.---Observed the back handwashing sink not having paper towels stocked. Person in charge stocked the sink with paper towels at the time of inspection. Discussed how all handwashing sinks must be stocked with paper towels and soap to practice proper handwashing. 2ND REPEAT. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
2023
Nov 14, 2023Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB
This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 1 Priority, 2 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager---Establishment did not have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) present during inspection. Please have a CFPM present during all operation hours. Correct prior to next routine inspection. 2ND REPEAT VIOLATION. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights accepted by Elijah T.Inspection report emailed and confirmed by person in charge. On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal. If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may: • Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or • Contact the Department using the email addresses below, o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food) o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants) o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets) o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review) If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-RequestForm-181.Award: B,Embargo Lbs: 3,Signer: Elijah T.
Priority Foundation-5-205.11, Pf: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox---Handwashing.---Observed the handwashing sink located in the back kitchen being blocked by a chest freezer and the boxes used for pastries. Person in charge moved the boxes and the freezer to make the sink accessible. Discussed the importance of not blocking any handwashing sinks to practice proper handwashing. Priority Foundation-6-301.12, Pf: Hand Drying Provision. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox---Handwashing.---Observed the back handwashing sink not having paper towels stocked. Person in charge stocked the sink with paper towels at the time of inspection. Discussed how all handwashing sinks must be stocked with paper towels and soap to practice proper handwashing. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-101.11, P: Safe, Unadulterated and Honestly Presented. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4619/AMC-Toolbox---Approved-Source.---In the back standing refrigerator, observed liquid chocolate and dough having green/black organic matter. Person in charge voluntarily disposed of these foods at the time of inspection. Discussed the importance of ensuring all food is safe and unadulterated to prevent serving any potentially contaminated food. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 17, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →