Al Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton

Last inspected:

99 Se Mizner Blvd Ste 116, Boca Raton, FL 33432
Overview

AL Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton has been emergency-closed once, on August 1, 2019, for flies. Over 18 inspections between 2019 and March 2025, the facility accumulated 74 violations, averaging 4.1 per inspection — below the statewide average of 5.2. However, handwashing procedure violations have been a recurring issue, cited as high-priority in four separate inspections (2019, 2021, 2023, and 2024). The facility has also faced violations for improper cooking temperatures, shell stock requirements, and proper hand and arm washing. A disciplinary action in the record resulted in $400 in fines. The most recent inspection on March 26, 2025 documented two intermediate violations related to handwashing procedures and was completed with no further action required.

Most recent closure: August 1, 2019 for flies.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

19Inspections
78Violations
1Closures
1Fire
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Al Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages

This Facility 4.1 violations / inspection 4.1 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg 3.77 violations / inspection 3.77 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Palm Beach County Avg 0.24 closures / facility 0.24 county average

Al Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Al Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton
DateReasonReopened
Flies 17:16:00

Al Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Al Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2019040634 $400.00 Aug 2, 2019 Miami (Doral)

Al Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed at kitchen fire extinguisher

Al Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)

— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 3 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 6 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections19 violations · 9 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued

Al Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Al Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton last inspected?
Al Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 7, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
When was Al Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton last shut down?
Al Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton was last shut down on August 1, 2019 for flies. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Al Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton?
The most frequently cited violations at Al Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton are: Outer openings protected, Proper hand/arm washing, Single-use items.
How many health inspections has Al Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton had?
Al Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Al Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton find?
Al Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton was most recently inspected on April 7, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
Has Al Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton ever been shut down?
Yes, Al Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
What does Florida violation V27 (Correct procedures) mean?
Violation 27 (Correct procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/27.
What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
Has Al Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Al Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Al Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Al Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Al Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton been fined?
Al Reef Hookah & Grill in Boca Raton has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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