WILDER THIRST
606 1st Street, Palo, IA, 52324
Most recent inspection
- Date
- March 5, 2026
- Type
- Pre-Opening
- Result
- Not reported
- Risk category
- Not reported
- Cited findings
- 2
- Jurisdiction
- Linn County (Cedar Rapids)
- Source risk checklist count
- 1
- Good Retail Practices findings
- 1
Published report comment
Food Service Establishment Pre-opening inspection. LICENSE IS APPROVED. Scope of business: Establishment intends to prepare and sell infused energy drinks and mixed soda drinks with garnishes. Facility might add pre-cooked breakfast sandwiches to their menu that are reheated per order in the future. Establishment is currently equipped to cold hold and cool. Extensive changes to the menu or remodeling of the establishment require prior approval by the Regulatory Authority. Limitations: There are currently no cooking or reheating equipment located on-site. Cold-holding and cooling are limited to the prep table cooler and reach-in cooler. Facility is planning on adding a chest freezer in the near future. Certified Food Protection Manager: Operator is a certified food protection manager. Certification was shared with the inspector and is attached to the inspection report. Firm has been made aware of the basic food code requirements applicable to their establishment and current operation. Person In Charge understands the responsibility of the permit holder to comply with those requirements. If a subsequent on-site inspection reveals non-compliance with regulations, the permit holder agrees to bring violations into full compliance within the time frame specified in the Iowa Food Code. A routine inspection will be scheduled in 90-120 days.
Violations (2)
- 6-301.14Corrected on site
Iowa food code item 10 (Risk Factors)
Observation: Men and women's restrooms were missing appropriate hand washing signage. Corrected by: Hand wash signs were made available to the facility and displayed in the men and women's restrooms.
Risk Factors | C | Item 10
- 5-501.17, 6-202.14, 6-501.18, 6-501.19,
Iowa food code item 53 (Good Retail Practices)
Observation: Men and women's restroom doors are not self closing.
Good Retail Practices | C | Item 53
Source: Linn County (Cedar Rapids) health department. Data refreshed October 16, 2026. Results are shown in the health department's own wording. This record is provided for general information; confirm current status with the health department before relying on it.