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YELLOW DELI THE

908 W PEARL ST, Boulder, CO 80302/FULL SERVICE FULL MENU

This restaurant has some health concerns to be aware of.

Recent inspections found issues that may affect food safety. Review the violations below.

SafeScore

60/100

Inspections

2

Last Inspected

Aug 2025

Critical

29

Analysis

Violation Breakdown

71 total

other
4056%
temperature
1420%
contamination
57%
hygiene
57%
facility
46%
chemical
23%

Case History

Inspection Timeline

CriticalOther

Raw meats and other foods were kept separate so that bacteria couldn't spread from one food to another.

Code FC15

CriticalOther

Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

Code FC05

CriticalOther

No discharge from eyes, nose, and mouth

Code FC07

CriticalOther

Staff and managers were not properly trained on food safety rules or failed to report illnesses that could spread to customers.

Code FC03

CriticalOther

No qualified manager was present during the inspection, or the manager couldn't demonstrate basic food safety knowledge or enforce proper practices.

Code FC01

CriticalContamination

Cleaning chemicals or other toxic products were not properly labeled, stored away from food, or used in a way that could contaminate food.

Code FC28

CriticalTemperature

Hot food being kept for service wasn't being held at a safe temperature to prevent bacterial growth.

Code FC21

CriticalTemperature

Proper reheating procedures for hot holding

Code FC19

CriticalOther

The restaurant wasn't properly tracking or documenting how long perishable food had been sitting out instead of being refrigerated or heated.

Code FC24

CriticalOther

The restaurant cannot prove its shellfish came from a safe, approved source or that fish has been properly treated to kill parasites.

Code FC14

CriticalOther

The restaurant is not properly labeling food with dates to track how long it has been stored, or is keeping food past its safe use period.

Code FC23

CriticalOther

Food that was returned by customers, previously served, or identified as unsafe was not thrown out or handled correctly.

Code FC17

CriticalTemperature

Cold foods like meat, dairy, and leftovers are being kept at 41ยฐF or below to prevent bacterial growth.

Code FC22

CriticalOther

Employees were not washing their hands correctly or at the required times, such as after handling raw meat or using the restroom.

Code FC08

CriticalTemperature

Proper cooling time and temperature

Code FC20

CriticalOther

Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

Code FC06

CriticalTemperature

Food is not being cooked long enough or at high enough temperatures to be safe to eat.

Code FC18

CriticalOther

Food additives: approved & Properly used

Code FC27

CriticalTemperature

Food received at proper temperature

Code FC12

CriticalOther

The restaurant's food came from licensed, inspected suppliers rather than unapproved sources.

Code FC11

CriticalOther

Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

Code FC25

CriticalHygiene

There are enough working sinks for employees to wash their hands, with soap and paper towels available.

Code FC10

CriticalOther

The restaurant does not have a staff member who has passed a certified food safety management exam.

Code FC02

CriticalContamination

Surfaces and equipment that touch food are not being properly cleaned and disinfected.

Code FC16

CriticalOther

Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated

Code FC13

CriticalOther

Compliance with variance / specialized process / HACCP

Code FC29

CriticalOther

Proper use of restriction and exclusion

Code FC04

CriticalHygiene

No bare hand contact with RTE food or a pre-approved alternative procedure properly allowed

Code FC09

CriticalOther

Pasteurized foods used; prohibited foods not offered

Code FC26

MinorOther

Water & ice from approved source

Code FC31

MinorOther

In-use utensils: properly stored

Code FC43

MinorOther

Variance obtained for specialized processing methods

Code FC32

MinorTemperature

The restaurant had a working, accurate food thermometer on hand.

Code FC36

MinorFacility

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Code FC51

MinorOther

Single-use / single-service articles: properly stored & used

Code FC45

MinorOther

Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

Code FC44

MinorHygiene

Staff were wearing gloves incorrectly, not changing them when needed, or using them in a way that still allowed food contamination.

Code FC46

MinorHygiene

Personal cleanliness

Code FC40

MinorOther

Pasteurized eggs used where required

Code FC30

MinorContamination

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Code FC49

MinorTemperature

The restaurant is thawing frozen food in unsafe ways, such as leaving it out at room temperature.

Code FC35

MinorOther

The building's floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged, poorly maintained, or dirty.

Code FC55

MinorTemperature

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Code FC33

MinorOther

Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips

Code FC48

MinorFacility

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Code FC54

MinorOther

Discussed long term compliance

Code LTC1

MinorTemperature

Cooked vegetables or other plant-based foods weren't heated to a safe enough temperature before being kept warm for serving.

Code FC34

MinorPest

Evidence of bugs, rodents, or unauthorized animals was found on the premises.

Code FC38

MinorContamination

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

Code FC39

MinorOther

The restaurant does not have reliable access to both hot and cold running water at adequate pressure.

Code FC50

MinorOther

Food properly labeled; original container

Code FC37

MinorContamination

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used

Code FC47

MinorOther

Raw fruits and vegetables were not being washed before being prepared or served to customers.

Code FC42

MinorFacility

The kitchen had poor airflow, inadequate lighting, or staff were working in areas not designated for that task.

Code FC56

MinorFacility

The restaurant's wastewater and sewage is being safely and properly disposed of.

Code FC52

MinorOther

The bathrooms were properly built, stocked with supplies like soap and paper towels, and kept clean.

Code FC53

MinorChemical

Wet cleaning cloths are not being stored properly, which can spread bacteria around the kitchen.

Code FC41

Data may be outdated

The last inspection on record is from August 2025 โ€” 234 days ago. Newer data may not yet be available from this jurisdiction.

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Data sourced from public health inspection records. SafeScore is computed from inspection results, violation severity, trends, and consistency. All data is public record. Last updated based on jurisdiction reporting schedules.