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Restaurant at Ochsentorstr. 17 in Karlsruhe Failed Health Inspection
Pablo's restaurant, located at Ochsentorstr. 17 in the city of Karlsruhe, was recently added to the health department's blacklist due to significant hygiene issues and improper food handling and storage.
During the routine inspection on an unspecified date, several issues were discovered. The kitchen and furniture, as well as some kitchen utensils, were heavily soiled. Food items, including cooked chicken wings, canned mushrooms, salami, and salad, were stored in a refrigerator with a soiled vent, likely containing mold, without a cover. Unsealed cake and cheese were also found. Raw meats and ham were stored openly in a dirty saladette. Plates were stored in a dirty cabinet. Fresh bread was found in a heavily soiled oven. The handwashing sink was blocked.
The findings presented a potential health risk to all food and meals stored and prepared in the establishment. As a result, the production and sale of food were temporarily prohibited. A follow-up inspection on April 24, 2025, found that basic hygiene standards had been met, allowing the business to resume operations. During a subsequent follow-up inspection on May 15, 2025, all issues were resolved.
Investigations by local sources have revealed no publicly available reports or news items concerning recent restaurant inspections, hygiene issues, or closures specifically at Ochsentorstr. 17 in Karlsruhe. To access official information about restaurant inspections or hygiene violations in Karlsruhe, it is recommended to consult the local health authority (Gesundheitsamt Karlsruhe) or official municipal documentation.
Despite the health department's blacklisting of Pablo's restaurant due to hygiene issues, the establishment is making strides towards improving health-and-wellness standards, as evident by the resumption of operations following a follow-up inspection on April 24, 2025. However, it is crucial for the restaurant industry to prioritize food-and-drink safety and maintain a lifestyle that promotes the health of patrons, as demonstrated by the initial health inspection.
