Duck Tavern (the) in Boca Raton
Last inspected:
5903 N Federal Hwy, Boca Raton, FL 33487-3934The Duck Tavern in Boca Raton has been inspected 23 times since November 2022, with 88 total violations on record — an average of 3.8 violations per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. However, handwashing and employee health violations form a clear recurring pattern: handwashing facility or procedure violations appeared in 8 of the 23 inspections, and employee health reporting violations appeared in at least 4 inspections. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on December 29, 2025 found 15 violations including three high-priority handwashing violations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Duck Tavern (the) in Boca Raton: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
Duck Tavern (the) in Boca Raton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections9 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 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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Duck Tavern (the) in Boca Raton: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Duck Tavern (the) in Boca Raton last inspected?
- Duck Tavern (the) in Boca Raton was last inspected by Florida DBPR on June 22, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Duck Tavern (the) in Boca Raton?
- The most frequently cited violations at Duck Tavern (the) in Boca Raton are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Toilet facilities.
- How many health inspections has Duck Tavern (the) in Boca Raton had?
- Duck Tavern (the) in Boca Raton has had 24 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 Duck Tavern (the) in Boca Raton find?
- Duck Tavern (the) in Boca Raton was most recently inspected on June 22, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 6 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Duck Tavern (the) in Boca Raton ever been shut down?
- No, Duck Tavern (the) in Boca Raton has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
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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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