Cove Bistro in Boynton Beach

Last inspected:

8430 Blue Mountain Dr, Boynton Beach, FL 33473
Overview

Cove Bistro in Boynton Beach has been inspected 23 times since January 2022, accumulating 106 violations for an average of 4.6 per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. However, the facility's recent inspection pattern shows significant escalation. The most recent three inspections (March 2026, October 2025, and March 2025) resulted in administrative complaint recommendations, with 14, 15, and 11 violations respectively—rates well above facility average and statewide norms. High-priority violations have dominated recent inspections, including recurring employee health policy violations (cited in at least 4 of the last 6 inspections), hand washing violations (5 recent inspections), shell stock handling violations (6 inspections), proper cooking temperature violations (4 inspections), and toxic substance control violations (4 inspections). A single disciplinary action resulted in $600 in state fines. The facility has experienced no emergency closures. The most recent inspection on March 25, 2026 identified 14 violations with 2 high-priority findings and resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
106Violations
0Closures
$600in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Cove Bistro in Boynton Beach: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages

This Facility 4.6 violations / inspection 4.6 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg 3.77 violations / inspection 3.77 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Palm Beach County Avg 0.24 closures / facility 0.24 county average

Cove Bistro in Boynton Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $600.00

Disciplinary action history for Cove Bistro in Boynton Beach
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2026000974 $600.00 Oct 29, 2025 Tampa

Cove Bistro in Boynton Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

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

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Cove Bistro in Boynton Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cove Bistro in Boynton Beach last inspected?
Cove Bistro in Boynton Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 25, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
What are the most common violations at Cove Bistro in Boynton Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at Cove Bistro in Boynton Beach are: Proper hand/arm washing, Shell stock requirements, Toilet facilities.
How many health inspections has Cove Bistro in Boynton Beach had?
Cove Bistro in Boynton Beach has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.6 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Cove Bistro in Boynton Beach find?
Cove Bistro in Boynton Beach was most recently inspected on March 25, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
Has Cove Bistro in Boynton Beach ever been shut down?
No, Cove Bistro in Boynton Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
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.
Has Cove Bistro in Boynton Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Cove Bistro in Boynton Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
How much has Cove Bistro in Boynton Beach been fined?
Cove Bistro in Boynton Beach has been fined a total of $600.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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