Delray Beach — Food Safety Records

Overview

Delray Beach, Florida has 352 food establishments with 6,998 inspections on record. 15 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 80.8%, below the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 3.9 violations per visit.

Most recent closure: Deck 84 in Delray Beach, shut down September 17, 2026 for roach & rodent activity.

Largest fine: $1,800 assessed to 3 G's Gourmet Deli in Delray Beach on April 27, 2026.

Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.

352Facilities
6,998Inspections
15Closures 2026
80.8%Pass Rate
3.9Avg Violations

Delray Beach Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Delray Beach 80.8% Pass Rate 80.8%
Florida Average 85.7% Pass Rate 85.7%
Delray Beach 3.9 Avg Violations / Inspection 3.9
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Delray Beach 4.26 Closures per 100 Facilities 4.26
Florida Average 1.96 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.96

Delray Beach Restaurants: Recent Closures (7)

DateBusinessReason
Deck 84 Roach & rodent activity
D R Deli and Restaurant Roach activity
Dada Rodent activity
Amar Sandwich Shop Rodent activity
Casting Caribbean Resto LLC Rodent activity
Excell Restaurant Roach activity
Atlantic Sushi Roach activity

Delray Beach Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Habit Burger Grill 3 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Bcm BBQ Seafood 3 Call Back - Complied
Delray Dairy Queen 5 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Outback Steakhouse 0 Call Back - Complied
Giveness Carribean Restaurant 8 (2 high) Administrative complaint recommended
Delray Assisted Living 0 Call Back - Complied
Bcm BBQ Seafood 15 (6 high) Administrative complaint recommended
Outback Steakhouse 8 (6 high) Administrative complaint recommended
Five Guys 2 (2 high) Administrative complaint recommended
Bagels With Deli 5 (3 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Delray Beach Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Delray Beach Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

485Actions on Record
$208,340Total Fines
$433Avg Fine
$2,500Largest Fine
182Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Apr 27, 2026 3 G's Gourmet Deli $1,800 2--2026023638
Apr 8, 2026 Yakitori Sushi House $1,200 2--2026013192
May 4, 2026 Blue Anchor $1,200 2--2025090547
Feb 23, 2026 Standard Atlantic Ave $880 2--2026005107
Aug 21, 2026 Taso's Greek Taverna $800 2--2026023576
Feb 23, 2026 Caffe Luna Rosa $800 2--2026007094
Nov 17, 2025 Caffe Luna Rosa $800 2--2025063303
May 5, 2026 Blue Anchor $800 2--2026001350
May 4, 2026 Caffe Luna Rosa $800 2--2026023122
May 15, 2026 Mv Take Out Restaurant $800 2--2025086285

Delray Beach Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

99Fire Violations
64Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Fire extinguisher in red zone 35
Exit blocked or locked 17
Missing boiler certificate/report 16
Other fire safety violation 12
Propane tank stored inside building 12
Cooking without hood suppression 7

Delray Beach: Notable Restaurants

Delray Beach: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Subway 4 153 0
Dunkin 3 103 0
McDonalds 3 99 0
Chick-fil-a 2 77 0
Taco Bell 2 70 0
Chipotle 2 70 0
Pollo Tropical 2 130 0
Applebees 1 51 0
Carrabbas 1 98 0
Duffys Sports Grill 1 99 0

Delray Beach Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Delray Beach?
Delray Beach, Florida has 352 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Delray Beach?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Delray Beach is 80.8%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Delray Beach this year?
15 food establishments in Delray Beach have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Delray Beach?
The most frequently cited violations in Delray Beach are: Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils, Management awareness.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Delray Beach?
Subway has the most locations in Delray Beach with 4 establishments.
What was the most recent restaurant closure in Delray Beach?
Deck 84 in Delray Beach was shut down on September 17, 2026 for roach & rodent activity.
How does Delray Beach compare to the Florida state average?
Delray Beach has a pass rate of 80.8%, which is 4.9 percentage points below the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 3.9 compared to the state average of 4.68.
How often are restaurants inspected in Delray Beach?
Food establishments in Delray Beach have an average of 19.9 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Delray Beach been assessed?
Food establishments in Delray Beach have been assessed $208,340 in fines across 485 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $433 and the largest single fine was $2,500.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Delray Beach restaurants?
99 fire safety violations have been documented across 64 food establishments in Delray Beach. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.

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