North Palm Beach — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

North Palm Beach, Florida has 66 food establishments with 1,101 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 92.2%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 3.7 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $1,600 assessed to Frigate's Waterfront Bar & Grill in North Palm Beach on June 16, 2025.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

66Facilities
1,100Total Inspections
1Closures 2026
92.2%Pass Rate
3.7Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Belle's Bar & Grill 33 145 1
International House of Pancakes 36-19 32 125 1
Mil Amores Mexican Food 25 119 1
Debra's Place 20 106 1
Frigate's Waterfront Bar & Grill 43 221 0

North Palm Beach Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

North Palm Beach 92.2% Pass Rate 92.2%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
North Palm Beach 3.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 3.7
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
North Palm Beach 1.52 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.52
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

North Palm Beach Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Paradise Tavern 7 Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Paradise Tavern 7 Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Paradise Tavern 10 (2 high) Administrative complaint recommended
Austin Republic #2 0 Call Back - Complied
Melting Pot 6 (2 high) Administrative complaint recommended
Austin Republic #2 2 (2 high) Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Austin Republic #2 14 (7 high) Administrative complaint recommended
Divino Ristorante Italiano 2 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Belle's Bar & Grill 4 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Zeera Indian Cuisine 5 (3 high) Administrative complaint recommended

North Palm Beach Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

North Palm Beach Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

63Actions on Record
$25,660Total Fines
$407Avg Fine
$1,600Largest Fine
30Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Jun 16, 2025 Frigate's Waterfront Bar & Grill $1,600 2--2025038203
Aug 28, 2025 Capt'n Charlie's Reef Grill $1,200 2--2025049742
Mar 2, 2026 Stormhouse Brewing $800 2--2026006564
Feb 2, 2026 Debra's Place $800 2--2025090876
Mar 31, 2026 Capt'n Charlie's Reef Grill $600 2--2026017258
Feb 9, 2026 Drafthouse Grill $400 2--2026002866
Dec 29, 2025 Brooklyn Water Bagel $400 2--2025084406
Mar 25, 2026 Thai Lotus Restaurant $200 2--2026014966
Sep 18, 2025 TiramisÙ Pizzeria & Trattoria $200 2--2025033747
Jul 1, 2025 3 Natives Gardens $200 2--2025046741

North Palm Beach Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

13Fire Violations
9Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Cooking without hood suppression 5
Exit blocked or locked 3
Other fire safety violation 3
Propane tank stored inside building 1
Missing boiler certificate/report 1

North Palm Beach Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. North Palm Beach has 16 FDACS-regulated facilities with 34 inspections on record and 2 stop-sale orders issued.

16Retail Facilities
34FDACS Inspections
2Stop-Sale Orders

North Palm Beach FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

DateFacilityProductReason
Step-in-food-343148 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Pga Marathon Establishment #. FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Protection From Contamination: Food…

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North Palm Beach FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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North Palm Beach Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
CVS 1 9 882
Walgreens 1 1 743
Dunkin 1 13 347

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North Palm Beach: Notable Restaurants

North Palm Beach: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
McDonalds 1 25 0
Dairy Queen 1 46 0
Wendys 1 64 0
Subway 1 35 0

North Palm Beach Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in North Palm Beach?
North Palm Beach, Florida has 66 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in North Palm Beach?
The current pass rate for food establishments in North Palm Beach is 92.2%. The Florida state average is 86%.
How many restaurants were shut down in North Palm Beach this year?
1 food establishments in North Palm Beach have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in North Palm Beach?
The most frequently cited violations in North Palm Beach are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Shell stock requirements.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in North Palm Beach?
McDonalds has the most locations in North Palm Beach with 1 establishments.
How does North Palm Beach compare to the Florida state average?
North Palm Beach has a pass rate of 92.2%, which is 6.2 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 3.7 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in North Palm Beach?
Food establishments in North Palm Beach have an average of 16.7 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in North Palm Beach been assessed?
Food establishments in North Palm Beach have been assessed $25,660 in fines across 63 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $407 and the largest single fine was $1,600.
How many fire safety violations have been found in North Palm Beach restaurants?
13 fire safety violations have been documented across 9 food establishments in North Palm Beach. The most common issue is cooking without hood suppression.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in North Palm Beach inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. North Palm Beach, Florida has 16 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 34 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in North Palm Beach?
FDACS has issued 2 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in North Palm Beach. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

North Palm Beach Restaurants & Food Establishments (65)

Belle's Bar & Grill 1 closure

116 LAKESHORE DR, North Palm Beach

33 inspections · 145 violations · Last: Apr 2026

International House of Pancakes 36-19 1 closure

312 US HWY 1, North Palm Beach

32 inspections · 125 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Mil Amores Mexican Food 1 closure

421 NORTHLAKE BLVD STE A, North Palm Beach

25 inspections · 119 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Debra's Place 1 closure

785 NORTHLAKE BLVD, North Palm Beach

20 inspections · 106 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Frigate's Waterfront Bar & Grill

400 US HWY 1, North Palm Beach

43 inspections · 221 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Paris in Town

11460 US HWY 1, North Palm Beach

34 inspections · 183 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Drafthouse Grill

713 US HWY 1, North Palm Beach

31 inspections · 174 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Capt'n Charlie's Reef Grill

12846 US HWY 1, North Palm Beach

34 inspections · 169 violations · Last: Jan 2026

TiramisÙ Pizzeria & Trattoria

12100 HWY US 1 STE A, North Palm Beach

30 inspections · 150 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Thai Lotus Restaurant

12100 U.S. HIGHWAY1, STE F, North Palm Beach

25 inspections · 145 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Sara's Kitchen

2000 PGA BLVD #A-3140, North Palm Beach

27 inspections · 137 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Ninja Sushi Hibachi

916 NORTHLAKE BLVD, North Palm Beach

25 inspections · 136 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Park Ave BBQ & Grille

525 US 1, North Palm Beach

31 inspections · 134 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Clubhouse/grill Room, Snack Shack

951 US HWY 1, North Palm Beach

25 inspections · 128 violations · Last: Apr 2026

La Bamba Mexican and Spanish Restaurant

730 US 1, North Palm Beach

26 inspections · 125 violations · Last: Feb 2026

One Way Cafe

11985 US HWY 1 STE 101, North Palm Beach

27 inspections · 111 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Big Apple Pizza

11249 S FEDERAL HWY, North Palm Beach

25 inspections · 110 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Buds Chicken & Seafoods

2579 NORTHLAKE BLVD, North Palm Beach

25 inspections · 107 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Melting Pot

11811 US HWY 1, North Palm Beach

24 inspections · 105 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Paradise Tavern

766 NORTHLAKE BLVD, North Palm Beach

30 inspections · 102 violations · Last: May 2026