Palm Beach County — Food Safety Records
Palm Beach County, Florida has 3425 food establishments with 68,095 inspections on record. 130 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 83.2%, below the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 3.8 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Deck 84 in Delray Beach, shut down September 17, 2026 for roach & rodent activity.
Largest fine: $3,200 assessed to Sushi Jo Lake Clarke Shores/ Jo Bistro in West Palm Beach on May 14, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.
Palm Beach County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Palm Beach County
83.2%
Pass Rate
83.2%
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
3.8
Closures per 100 Facilities
3.8
Florida Average
1.96
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.96
Palm Beach County Restaurants: Recent Closures (10)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deck 84 | Delray Beach | Roach & rodent activity | |
| Pub | Lake Worth | Rodent activity | |
| Fountains Countryclub Main Dining Room | Lake Worth | Rodent activity | |
| Shanghai 818 | Boca Raton | Roach & rodent activity | |
| Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar | West Palm Beach | No warewashing facilities | |
| Ihop 36-157 | West Palm Beach | Sewage back up | |
| Chops Lobster Bar | Boca Raton | Rodent, Roach & Fly activity | |
| One Thai Restaurant | Palm Beach Gardens | Roach & rodent activity | |
| Kapow! Noodle Bar | Boca Raton | Roach activity | |
| D R Deli and Restaurant | Delray Beach | Roach activity |
Palm Beach County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pf Changs China Bistro | Palm Beach Gardens | 2 (1 high) | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Delray Sands Resort | Highland Beach | 1 (1 high) | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Duffy's Sports Grill | Greenacres | 4 (3 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Pf Changs China Bistro | Palm Beach Gardens | 9 (6 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Wycliffe Golf and Country Club Main Dining Room | Wellington | 1 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Royal Cafe | Jupiter | 13 (2 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Panera Bread #4702 | Wellington | 2 | Call Back - Complied | |
| La Perrada Del Gordo | West Palm Beach | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| McDonald's 7129 | West Palm Beach | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Delray Sands Resort | Highland Beach | 13 (9 high) | Warning Issued |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Apr 2, 2026 | Oli's Fashion Cuisine | $2,840 | 2--2026013168 |
| Jun 10, 2026 | Sushi Yami | $2,600 | 2--2026035147 |
| Feb 26, 2026 | Hilton Palm Beach Airport | $2,400 | 2--2025073274 |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Lemongrass Asian Bistro | $2,400 | 2--2026008938 |
| Mar 30, 2026 | Mom's Kitchen | $2,400 | 2--2026014311 |
| Apr 23, 2026 | King China Buffet | $2,400 | 2--2026023959 |
| May 14, 2026 | Red Crab Juicy Seafood | $2,400 | 2--2026026238 |
| Mar 23, 2026 | Kabuki Sushi Thai Tapas | $2,240 | 2--2026012254 |
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
55 inspections
420 violations
7 closures
Blue Anchor
61 inspections
406 violations
7 closures
Le Berger Restaurant LLC
49 inspections
295 violations
7 closures
Golden Corral
61 inspections
310 violations
3 closures
Original Pancake House
60 inspections
230 violations
1 closures
Delray Sands Resort
26 inspections
141 violations
Palm Beach County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin | 67 | 2,618 | 8 |
| McDonalds | 49 | 1,883 | 6 |
| Subway | 43 | 1,829 | 3 |
| Taco Bell | 26 | 1,045 | 0 |
| Wendys | 26 | 1,483 | 5 |
| Chipotle | 26 | 1,167 | 4 |
| Burger King | 22 | 1,043 | 4 |
| Tropical Smoothie | 16 | 516 | 0 |
| Jersey Mikes | 16 | 1,011 | 4 |
| Chick-fil-a | 15 | 539 | 2 |
Palm Beach County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Palm Beach County?
- Palm Beach County, Florida has 3425 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 83.2%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Palm Beach County this year?
- 130 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?
- Deck 84 in Delray Beach was shut down on September 17, 2026 for roach & rodent activity.
- How does Palm Beach County compare to the Florida state average?
- Palm Beach County has a pass rate of 83.2%, which is 2.5 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 19.9 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 $2,136,895 in fines across 4,451 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $491 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 (3,387)
5 Boys Haitian-american Restaurant LLC 1 closure
2166 N DIXIE, Boca Raton
35 inspections · 150 violations · Last: Aug 2026Pho 1 1 closure
2800 N MILITARY TRAIL STE 117, West Palm Beach
25 inspections · 150 violations · Last: Jun 2026Cypress Cafe INC 1 closure
357 CYPRESS DR STE 14, Tequesta
33 inspections · 150 violations · Last: Mar 2026Bond Street Ale and Coffee 1 closure
1626 SOUTH FEDERAL HWY, Boynton Beach
31 inspections · 150 violations · Last: Aug 2026Laterraza Tapas Bar 1 closure
21170 ST ANDREW BLVD UNIT 9 STE 7, Boca Raton
23 inspections · 150 violations · Last: Sep 2026Sea Southeast Asian Bistro 1 closure
16950 JOG ROAD STE 101S, Delray Beach
32 inspections · 150 violations · Last: Mar 2026Family Restaurant 1 closure
1784 N CONGRESS AVE STE 102, West Palm Beach
30 inspections · 150 violations · Last: Apr 2026Kona Bay Cafe 1 closure
310 E OCEAN AVE, Lantana
28 inspections · 150 violations · Last: Sep 2026Mole Cantina Mexicana 1 closure
2557 SOUTH STATE ROAD 7, Wellington
29 inspections · 149 violations · Last: Sep 2026Burger Shack 1 closure
617 N A1A, Jupiter
32 inspections · 149 violations · Last: Aug 2026Gleneagles Main Dining Room 1 closure
7667 VICTORY LN, Delray Beach
32 inspections · 149 violations · Last: Mar 2026Dada 1 closure
52 N SWINTON AVE, Delray Beach
30 inspections · 149 violations · Last: Sep 2026El Valle Hondu-mex Restaurant 1 closure
4992 10 AVE N, Greenacres
29 inspections · 148 violations · Last: Sep 2026Pizza Al Fresco 1 closure
14 VIA MIZNER, Palm Beach
26 inspections · 148 violations · Last: Aug 2026Max's Grill 1 closure
404 PLAZA REAL, Boca Raton
43 inspections · 148 violations · Last: Dec 2025Boca Bagel Bar 1 closure
4251 N FEDERAL HWY, Boca Raton
38 inspections · 146 violations · Last: Sep 2026Delray Dunes Country Club D 1 closure
12005 DUNES RD, Boynton Beach
25 inspections · 146 violations · Last: Aug 2026Thai Lotus Restaurant 1 closure
201 N US HWY 1 STE C4, Jupiter
26 inspections · 145 violations · Last: Aug 2026Belle's Bar & Grill 1 closure
116 LAKESHORE DR, North Palm Beach
33 inspections · 145 violations · Last: Apr 2026Gators Shack 1 closure
5088 SEMINOLE PRATT WHITNEY RD, Loxahatchee
26 inspections · 145 violations · Last: Oct 2025