How many health inspections has LEMON GRASS had?

LEMON GRASS has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has LEMON GRASS ever been shut down?

No, LEMON GRASS has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at LEMON GRASS?

The most frequently cited violations at LEMON GRASS are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils.

What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?

HYGIENE INFRASTRUCTURE FAILURE: Without adequate handwashing facilities, proper hand hygiene is impossible. Studies show handwashing compliance drops to 5% when sinks are inaccessible or poorly equipped. No hot water means grease and biofilms remain on hands. No soap reduces bacterial removal from 99.9% to 25%. No towels means wet hands spread 1,000x more bacteria. Provide handwashing facilities with: hot and cold running water (minimum 100°F), soap in dispensers, single-use paper towels or air dryers, waste receptacle. Sinks must be accessible at all times — never blocked by equipment, supplies, or used for other purposes. Install handwashing signs in employee language(s).

What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?

BACTERIAL BIOFILM: Improperly cleaned multi-use utensils develop bacterial biofilms within 24 hours. These biofilms protect pathogens (Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli) from routine sanitizing — requiring physical scrubbing to remove. Each use of a contaminated utensil transfers pathogens to food. Improperly cleaned cutting boards harbor 200x more bacteria than a toilet seat. Clean and sanitize all multi-use utensils using the 3-compartment sink method: Wash in hot soapy water (110°F minimum), rinse in clean water, sanitize in approved solution (50-100 ppm chlorine or 200-400 ppm quaternary ammonium for 30 seconds), air dry. Or use properly functioning commercial dishwasher. Clean utensils at least every 4 hours during continuous use.

LEMON GRASS

420 E ATLANTIC AVE, Delray Beach, FL 33483

Palm Beach County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: SUSHI THAI WEST INC · License: SEA6013425

LEMON GRASS in Delray Beach, FL has 21 inspections on record with 137 total violations (6.5 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

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Mar 7, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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Nov 6, 2024 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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