De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton
Last inspected:
499 Federal Hwy, Boca Raton, FL 33432De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton has accumulated 121 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.7 per visit. The facility was shut down for roach activity in August 2022 and returned to compliance the following day. The restaurant faces recurring violations for clean utensils, management awareness, and hand washing procedures. A fire safety citation documented a portable fire extinguisher improperly stored on the floor near the kitchen wood burning oven rather than properly mounted.
Most recent closure: August 23, 2022 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
This Facility
4.9
violations / inspection
4.9 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg
3.78
violations / inspection
3.78 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Palm Beach County Avg
0.24
closures / facility
0.24 county average
De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton: Emergency Closure History (1)
De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2022043973 | $400.00 | Aug 24, 2022 | Miami (Doral) |
De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only.
- at entry to kitchen near wood burning oven there is an ABC Class portable fire extinguisher on the floor. It I not properly mounted.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Warning Issued
— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections28 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton last inspected?
- De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton was last inspected by Florida DBPR on June 9, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton last shut down?
- De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton was last shut down on August 23, 2022 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton?
- The most frequently cited violations at De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton are: Clean multi-use utensils, Management awareness, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton had?
- De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton find?
- De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton was most recently inspected on June 9, 2026 with 10 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton ever been shut down?
- Yes, De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton been fined?
- De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: The Locale (2018).
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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