Palm Beach County — Food Safety Records
Palm Beach County, Florida has 3270 food establishments with 66,992 inspections on record. 127 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 83.5%, below the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 3.8 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Mil Amores Mexican Food in North Palm Beach, shut down August 7, 2026 for sewage back up.
Largest fine: $6,000 assessed to La Granja Restaurant in West Palm Beach on September 4, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Palm Beach County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Palm Beach County
83.5%
Pass Rate
83.5%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Palm Beach County
3.8
Avg Violations / Inspection
3.8
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Palm Beach County
3.88
Closures per 100 Facilities
3.88
Florida Average
2.04
Closures per 100 Facilities
2.04
Palm Beach County Restaurants: Recent Closures (10)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mil Amores Mexican Food | North Palm Beach | Sewage back up | |
| Brass Monkey Sports Bar and Grill | Lake Worth | Roach & rodent activity | |
| Seabra Bakery & Cafe | Boca Raton | Fly activity | |
| Sushi Yan | Boca Raton | Rodent & fly activity | |
| Raja | Wellington | Rodent, Roach & Fly activity | |
| Palomino Gardens Retirement LLC | Lake Worth | Fly activity | |
| Amar Sandwich Shop | Delray Beach | Rodent activity | |
| Original Pancake House | Royal Palm Beach | Rodent activity | |
| Tom Sawyer Restaurant & Pastry Shop | Boca Raton | Roach activity | |
| Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza | Boca Raton | Roach & fly activity |
Palm Beach County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orion Fresh Mediterranean | Boca Raton | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Mil Amores Mexican Food | North Palm Beach | 1 | Emergency Order Callback Complied | |
| Great Greek | Palm Beach Gardens | 1 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Popeye's Chicken & Biscuit | Riviera Beach | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Delray Dunes Country Club D | Boynton Beach | 11 (5 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Seaway | Palm Beach | 5 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach Banquet Kitchen | Palm Beach | 4 (3 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach Main Kitchen | Palm Beach | 5 (3 high) | Warning Issued | |
| China Sea | Royal Palm Beach | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Chris Taverna | Boynton Beach | 4 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Palm Beach County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 730,528 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 646,270 |
| 12 | Shell stock requirements | 506,245 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 443,682 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 397,241 |
Palm Beach County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 4, 2025 | La Granja Restaurant | $6,000 | 2--2025033358 |
| Sep 9, 2025 | Toojay's Deli | $4,500 | 2--2025042525 |
| May 14, 2026 | Sushi Jo Lake Clarke Shores/ Jo Bistro | $3,200 | 2--2026008931 |
| May 27, 2026 | India Grill and Bar | $3,120 | 2--2026006893 |
| Sep 4, 2025 | La Granja Restaurant | $3,000 | 2--2025053181 |
| Apr 2, 2026 | Oli's Fashion Cuisine | $2,840 | 2--2026013168 |
| Jun 10, 2026 | Sushi Yami | $2,600 | 2--2026035147 |
| Aug 14, 2025 | Red Crab Juicy Seafood | $2,400 | 2--2025053546 |
| Feb 26, 2026 | Hilton Palm Beach Airport | $2,400 | 2--2025073274 |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Lemongrass Asian Bistro | $2,400 | 2--2026008938 |
Palm Beach County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 320 |
| Other fire safety violation | 195 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 161 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 118 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 116 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 91 |
Palm Beach County: Notable Restaurants
Le Bon Gout Restaurant LLC
53 inspections
407 violations
7 closures
Blue Anchor
61 inspections
406 violations
7 closures
Le Berger Restaurant LLC
47 inspections
285 violations
6 closures
Golden Corral
60 inspections
309 violations
3 closures
Bridge Cafe
59 inspections
217 violations
4 closures
Great Greek
28 inspections
155 violations
1 closures
Palm Beach County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin | 67 | 2,563 | 8 |
| McDonalds | 49 | 1,860 | 6 |
| Subway | 43 | 1,821 | 3 |
| Taco Bell | 26 | 1,033 | 0 |
| Wendys | 26 | 1,466 | 5 |
| Chipotle | 26 | 1,135 | 4 |
| Burger King | 22 | 1,031 | 4 |
| Jersey Mikes | 16 | 996 | 4 |
| Tropical Smoothie | 16 | 512 | 0 |
| Chick-fil-a | 15 | 531 | 2 |
Palm Beach County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Palm Beach County?
- Palm Beach County, Florida has 3270 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Palm Beach County?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Palm Beach County is 83.5%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Palm Beach County this year?
- 127 food establishments in Palm Beach County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Palm Beach County?
- The most frequently cited violations in Palm Beach County are: Employee health reporting, Proper hand/arm washing, Shell stock requirements.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Palm Beach County?
- Dunkin has the most locations in Palm Beach County with 67 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Palm Beach County?
- Mil Amores Mexican Food in North Palm Beach was shut down on August 7, 2026 for sewage back up.
- How does Palm Beach County compare to the Florida state average?
- Palm Beach County has a pass rate of 83.5%, which is 2.2 percentage points below the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 3.8 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Palm Beach County?
- Food establishments in Palm Beach County have an average of 20.5 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Palm Beach County been assessed?
- Food establishments in Palm Beach County have been assessed $2,080,175 in fines across 4,351 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $489 and the largest single fine was $6,000.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Palm Beach County restaurants?
- 1,001 fire safety violations have been documented across 588 food establishments in Palm Beach County. The most common issue is missing boiler certificate/report.
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Palm Beach County Restaurants & Food Establishments (3,223)
Le Bon Gout Restaurant LLC 7 closures
1230 S DIXIE HWY, Lake Worth
53 inspections · 407 violations · Last: Mar 2026Blue Anchor 7 closures
804 E ATLANTIC AVE, Delray Beach
61 inspections · 406 violations · Last: Apr 2026Le Berger Restaurant LLC 6 closures
1216 S DIXIE HWY, Lake Worth
47 inspections · 285 violations · Last: May 2026Villagio at Boca 6 closures
344 PLAZA REAL, Boca Raton
47 inspections · 203 violations · Last: May 2026Singing Bamboo 5 closures
2845 N MILITARY TRL #11, West Palm Beach
37 inspections · 306 violations · Last: Jun 2026Aroma Indian Cuisine 5 closures
731 VILLAGE BLVD UNIT 110, West Palm Beach
44 inspections · 282 violations · Last: Jan 2026Indian Harvest 5 closures
500 VIA DE PALMAS STE 79, Boca Raton
43 inspections · 253 violations · Last: Nov 2025Breakfast Shack 5 closures
3469 W BOYNTON BEACH BLVD STE 1, Boynton Beach
50 inspections · 232 violations · Last: Mar 2026Green House 5 closures
721 VILLAGE BLVD #107E, West Palm Beach
30 inspections · 168 violations · Last: Jul 2026Chili Crab 5 closures
1198 N DIXIE HWY, Boca Raton
30 inspections · 157 violations · Last: Jan 2026Pinolandia - Fritanga & Tortilleria 4 closures
1290 N MILITARY TRL, West Palm Beach
55 inspections · 425 violations · Last: Jul 2026Griot Caribbean Plus LLC 4 closures
1558 PALM BEACH LAKES BLVD STE 5, West Palm Beach
51 inspections · 392 violations · Last: Jan 2026Heritage Pizza and Grill 4 closures
1962 LAKE WORTH RD, Lake Worth
42 inspections · 317 violations · Last: Mar 2026Amigos Mexican & Spanish Rest 4 closures
4720 OKEECHOBEE BLVD, West Palm Beach
44 inspections · 292 violations · Last: Jul 2026Lets Dish Caribbean Restaurant 4 closures
5083 OKEECHOBEE BVLD, West Palm Beach
40 inspections · 291 violations · Last: Apr 2026Dixie Fried Chicken 4 closures
133 DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD, Belle Glade
50 inspections · 287 violations · Last: Apr 2026Porto Bella Italian Rest & Pizza 4 closures
9770 S MILITARY TRAIL, Boynton Beach
41 inspections · 282 violations · Last: May 2026Bcm BBQ Seafood 4 closures
1561 S CONGRESS AVE, Delray Beach
42 inspections · 279 violations · Last: Feb 2026Strathmore Bagel & Deli 4 closures
4095 SR 7 STE N, Lake Worth
47 inspections · 263 violations · Last: Jun 2026Raja 4 closures
12794 FOREST HILL BLVD STE 20, Wellington
47 inspections · 252 violations · Last: Jul 2026