Dada in Delray Beach

Last inspected:

52 N Swinton Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33444
Overview

DADA in Delray Beach has accumulated 134 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.2 per visit. The facility has not been shut down but has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. A 2022 fire safety inspection cited a portable fire extinguisher gauge in the red zone in the upstairs prep area. The most frequently cited violations involve proper hand and arm washing, employee health reporting, and cleaning multi-use utensils, with a pattern of warning issuances and administrative complaints in 2023-2025.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.

28Inspections
146Violations
0Closures
1Fire
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Dada in Delray Beach: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages

This Facility 5.2 violations / inspection 5.2 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg 3.79 violations / inspection 3.79 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Palm Beach County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Dada in Delray Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Dada in Delray Beach
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2026003170 $400.00 Nov 5, 2025 Miami (Doral)

Dada in Delray Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed at fire extinguisher in upstairs prep area next to hand wash sink
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.

Dada in Delray Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)

— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V35 Single-use items
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— 4 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V22 Consumer advisory
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V10 Approved food source
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V10 Approved food source
V11 Food in good condition
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
— 3 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V36 Proper ventilation
V41 Toilet facilities
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

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

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V10 Approved food source
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance
V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V22 Consumer advisory
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V36 Proper ventilation
— 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
V41 Toilet facilities
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory
— 5 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

Intermediate Violations

V38 Waste properly disposed
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V36 Proper ventilation
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V12 Shell stock requirements
V13 Parasite destruction
V21 Time as control
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V32 Proper sanitizing
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
— 4 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V13 Parasite destruction
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V36 Proper ventilation
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting
V05 Handwashing procedures
V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Dada in Delray Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dada in Delray Beach last inspected?
Dada in Delray Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 12, 2026. The result was: Emergency order recommended.
What are the most common violations at Dada in Delray Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at Dada in Delray Beach are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Employee health reporting.
How many health inspections has Dada in Delray Beach had?
Dada in Delray Beach has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.2 violations per inspection, matching the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Dada in Delray Beach find?
Dada in Delray Beach was most recently inspected on August 12, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Emergency order recommended.
Has Dada in Delray Beach ever been shut down?
No, Dada in Delray Beach 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 V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
Has Dada in Delray Beach had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Dada in Delray Beach has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Dada in Delray Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Dada in Delray Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Dada in Delray Beach been fined?
Dada in Delray Beach has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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