Palm Beach County — Food Safety Records
Palm Beach County, Florida has 3271 food establishments with 67,099 inspections on record. 123 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 83.5%, below the state average of 85.8%. 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
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
Palm Beach County
3.8
Avg Violations / Inspection
3.8
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Palm Beach County
3.76
Closures per 100 Facilities
3.76
Florida Average
2
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Popeye's Famous Fried Chicken | Belle Glade | 2 (2 high) | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Dada | Delray Beach | 4 (2 high) | Emergency order recommended | |
| Pollo Tropical #48 | Palm Beach Gardens | 7 (5 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Deli on Rye | Boca Raton | 11 (8 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant | Delray Beach | 1 | Call Back - Complied | |
| China Uno | Greenacres | 5 (3 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Sals Italian Ristorante | Lake Worth | 14 (9 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Taqueria Guerrero | Belle Glade | 9 (7 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| International House of Pancakes 36-75 | Lake Worth | 1 (1 high) | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Snappers Restaurant | Delray Beach | 5 (2 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
54 inspections
419 violations
7 closures
Blue Anchor
61 inspections
406 violations
7 closures
Le Berger Restaurant LLC
48 inspections
292 violations
6 closures
Golden Corral
60 inspections
309 violations
3 closures
Bridge Cafe
59 inspections
217 violations
4 closures
Off the Clock
9 inspections
28 violations
1 closures
Palm Beach County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin | 67 | 2,566 | 8 |
| McDonalds | 49 | 1,860 | 6 |
| Subway | 43 | 1,821 | 3 |
| Taco Bell | 26 | 1,033 | 0 |
| Wendys | 26 | 1,469 | 5 |
| Chipotle | 26 | 1,140 | 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 3271 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 85.8%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Palm Beach County this year?
- 123 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 2.3 percentage points below the state average of 85.8%. 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 (3,225)
Red Phoenix 1 closure
2401 PGA BLVD STE 160, Palm Beach Gardens
34 inspections · 193 violations · Last: Jul 2026Another Broken Egg Cafe 1 closure
508 VIA DE PALMAS, Boca Raton
41 inspections · 191 violations · Last: Jul 2026Prestige American Island Restaurant 1 closure
1736 45 ST, West Palm Beach
28 inspections · 188 violations · Last: Apr 2026Albertes Restaurant 1 closure
4595 HYPOLUXO RD STE 7, Lake Worth
28 inspections · 188 violations · Last: May 2026Goldfish Sushi 1 closure
11419 W PALMETTO PARK RD STE C, Boca Raton
23 inspections · 187 violations · Last: Feb 2026Wok Inn 1 closure
9804 S MILITARY TRAIL E6, Boynton Beach
29 inspections · 187 violations · Last: Aug 2026Top of the Rox 1 closure
309 CLEMATIS ST, West Palm Beach
32 inspections · 186 violations · Last: Jul 2026White Horse Catering LLC 1 closure
14440 PIERSON RD, Wellington
31 inspections · 186 violations · Last: May 2026Lemongrass 1 closure
101 PLAZA REAL SOUTH UNIT E, Boca Raton
25 inspections · 186 violations · Last: Mar 2026Golden Corral 1 closure
389 WINCHESTER PARK BLVD, Boynton Beach
41 inspections · 184 violations · Last: Mar 2026Del Rancho Mexican Restaurant 1 closure
6295 LAKE WORTH RD STE 5-9, Lake Worth
31 inspections · 183 violations · Last: Jun 2026Jacob's Restaurant & Delicatessen 1 closure
3861 W WOOLBRIGHT RD, Boynton Beach
34 inspections · 183 violations · Last: Jun 2026Eat Shop 1 closure
61 SE 1 AVE, Boca Raton
32 inspections · 182 violations · Last: Mar 2026China Town 99 1 closure
12343 HAGEN RANCH RD SUITE 701, Boynton Beach
29 inspections · 182 violations · Last: Jun 2026Tacos Al Carbon of Greenacres 1 closure
5380 10 AVE N, Greenacres
31 inspections · 182 violations · Last: Feb 2026Irish Brigade 1 closure
621 LAKE AVE, Lake Worth
34 inspections · 181 violations · Last: Aug 2026Casa Linda Restaurante 1 closure
701 N CONGRESS AVE UNIT 7, Boynton Beach
34 inspections · 180 violations · Last: Jul 2026Original Pancake House 1 closure
1840 S FEDERAL HWY, Delray Beach
31 inspections · 179 violations · Last: Mar 2026Bambu Pan Asian Kitchen 1 closure
141 NW 20TH ST, Boca Raton
26 inspections · 178 violations · Last: Feb 2026Yaad Spice Restaurant 1 closure
2100 45 ST #B-14 & B-15, West Palm Beach
32 inspections · 178 violations · Last: May 2026