How many health inspections has THIRSTY TURTLE had?

THIRSTY TURTLE has had 25 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has THIRSTY TURTLE ever been shut down?

No, THIRSTY TURTLE has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at THIRSTY TURTLE?

The most frequently cited violations at THIRSTY TURTLE are: Proper hand/arm washing, Management awareness, Employee health reporting.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?

TOXIC EXPOSURE: Improper identification, storage, or use of toxic substances creates immediate risk of chemical contamination. Unmarked spray bottles cause accidental food contamination. Improper pesticide application contaminates food preparation surfaces. Chemical fumes in food areas are absorbed by uncovered food. Employee exposure risks chemical burns and respiratory injury. All toxic substances must be: clearly and accurately labeled, stored in designated areas away from food, used only according to manufacturer instructions, applied only by certified personnel (pesticides). Never transfer chemicals to unlabeled containers. Keep chemicals in locked storage when not in active use. Maintain chemical inventory and SDS files.

THIRSTY TURTLE

13981 US HWY 1, Juno Beach, FL 33408

Palm Beach County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: PANHANDLER INC · License: SEA6010289

THIRSTY TURTLE in Juno Beach, FL has 25 inspections on record with 109 total violations (4.4 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

25Inspections

109Violations

0Closures

Data current as of April 23, 2025

Inspection History (25)

Apr 23, 2025 — Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Apr 22, 2025 — Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Mar 5, 2025 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V06 Handwashing facilities

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jul 30, 2024 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V06 Handwashing facilities

V12 Shell stock requirements

Apr 16, 2024 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 23, 2024 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Mar 16, 2023 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Aug 23, 2022 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V21 Time as control

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V41 Toilet facilities

Jan 25, 2022 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V21 Time as control

Jul 15, 2021 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Dec 28, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Oct 27, 2020 — Complaint Full· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Oct 1, 2020 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 15, 2020 — Complaint Full· 11 violations (4 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

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V38 Waste properly disposed

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Jan 24, 2020 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jan 23, 2020 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V21 Time as control

Sep 9, 2019 — Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V13 Parasite destruction

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Jan 30, 2019 — Complaint Full· 7 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Jan 7, 2019 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 5, 2018 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Jun 26, 2018 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Jan 12, 2018 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

Mar 20, 2017 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V16 Proper cooking temps

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Aug 30, 2016 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 29, 2016 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V38 Waste properly disposed

V42 Equipment condition

How Does This Facility Compare?

THIRSTY TURTLE has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Palm Beach County average of 0.19 closures per facility. It has averaged 4.4 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 2.73.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has THIRSTY TURTLE had?: THIRSTY TURTLE has had 25 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has THIRSTY TURTLE ever been shut down?: No, THIRSTY TURTLE has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at THIRSTY TURTLE?: The most frequently cited violations at THIRSTY TURTLE are: Proper hand/arm washing, Management awareness, Employee health reporting.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

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