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
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
De Luca's Chophouse in Boca Raton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 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
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 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
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— 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
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 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
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections28 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 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
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— 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
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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
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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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 December 17, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- 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 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.7 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 December 17, 2025 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- 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.
- 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).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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