Palm Beach County — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Palm Beach County, Florida has 4995 food establishments with 66,155 inspections on record. 127 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 83.6%, below the state average of 85.9%. Inspections average 3.8 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Marco's Pizza #8477 in Lake Worth, shut down June 18, 2026 for rodent & fly activity.
Largest fine: $6,000 assessed to La Granja Restaurant in West Palm Beach on September 4, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated June 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | City | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le Bon Gout Restaurant LLC | Lake Worth | 53 | 407 | 7 |
| Blue Anchor | Delray Beach | 61 | 406 | 7 |
| Le Berger Restaurant LLC | Lake Worth | 47 | 285 | 6 |
| Villagio at Boca | Boca Raton | 47 | 203 | 6 |
| Singing Bamboo | West Palm Beach | 37 | 306 | 5 |
Palm Beach County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Palm Beach County
83.6%
Pass Rate
83.6%
Florida Average
85.9%
Pass Rate
85.9%
Palm Beach County
3.8
Avg Violations / Inspection
3.8
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Palm Beach County
2.54
Closures per 100 Facilities
2.54
Florida Average
1.35
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.35
Palm Beach County Restaurants: Recent Closures (10)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marco's Pizza #8477 | Lake Worth | Rodent & fly activity | |
| East Ocean Cafe | Boynton Beach | Roach activity | |
| Yens Kitchen | Lake Worth | Roach & fly activity | |
| Cafe De Artistes | Jupiter | Roach activity | |
| Mofongo Candela | Lake Worth | Roach activity | |
| Brick Alley Tavern | Lake Worth | Roach & rodent activity | |
| Brass Monkey Sports Bar and Grill | Lake Worth | Roach & rodent activity | |
| Duffys Sports Grill | Palm Beach Gardens | Fly activity | |
| El Riconcito Colombiano | Palm Springs | Rodent, Roach & Fly activity | |
| Cmx Wellington Cask and Shaker | Wellington | Roach & fly activity |
Palm Beach County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maplewood Bagel Market | Jupiter | 3 (1 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Chipotle Mexican Grill #802 | Boynton Beach | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Panera Bread #4703 | Boca Raton | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Santo's Modern American Buffet & Sushi | Boca Raton | 14 (7 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| El Sitio Restaurant and Bakery | Royal Palm Beach | 6 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Culver's Jupiter | Jupiter | 3 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| 419 Cafe | Wellington | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Belle&maxwells | W Palm Beach | 10 (2 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Kfc | Jupiter | 2 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Dennys Rest 9594 | Boca Raton | 7 (5 high) | Administrative complaint recommended |
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 |
| 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 |
| Mar 30, 2026 | Mom's Kitchen | $2,400 | 2--2026014311 |
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 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. Palm Beach County has 1,773 FDACS-regulated facilities with 3,607 inspections on record and 3,695 stop-sale orders issued.
Palm Beach County 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.
| Date | Facility | City | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vw-publix-0851-191816 | Loxahatchee | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo… | |
| Bjs-wholesale-club-INC-0032-259636 | Royal Palm Beach | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Name-cbd-american-shaman-397054 | Delray Beach | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Certificate of Analysis | |
| Foodtown-0802-308631 | West Palm Beach | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Approved Source: Food in good condition, safe… | |
| Foodtown-0802-308631 | West Palm Beach | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, ro… | |
| Foodtown-0802-308631 | West Palm Beach | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, ro… | |
| Foodtown-0802-308631 | West Palm Beach | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Foodtown-0802-308631 | West Palm Beach | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Foodtown-0802-308631 | West Palm Beach | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Foodtown-0802-308631 | West Palm Beach | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling |
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Palm Beach County FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Palm Beach County Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Publix | 32 | 30 | 875 |
| Starbucks | 30 | 77 | 1,170 |
| 7-Eleven | 26 | 84 | 2,422 |
| Walgreens | 25 | 1 | 743 |
| Dunkin | 18 | 13 | 347 |
| Aldi | 17 | 2 | 310 |
| Chevron | 16 | 283 | 1,145 |
| Dollar Tree | 14 | 9 | 1,084 |
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
Bridge Cafe
58 inspections
210 violations
4 closures
Golden Corral
58 inspections
305 violations
2 closures
Garden Butcher
2 inspections
9 violations
Palm Beach County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin | 67 | 2,522 | 8 |
| McDonalds | 49 | 1,841 | 6 |
| Subway | 43 | 1,776 | 3 |
| Taco Bell | 26 | 1,016 | 0 |
| Wendys | 26 | 1,457 | 5 |
| Chipotle | 25 | 1,110 | 4 |
| Burger King | 22 | 1,026 | 4 |
| Tropical Smoothie | 16 | 506 | 0 |
| Jersey Mikes | 16 | 976 | 4 |
| Chick-fil-a | 15 | 529 | 2 |
Palm Beach County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Palm Beach County?
- Palm Beach County, Florida has 4995 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 83.6%. The Florida state average is 85.9%.
- 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?
- Marco's Pizza #8477 in Lake Worth was shut down on June 18, 2026 for rodent & fly activity.
- How does Palm Beach County compare to the Florida state average?
- Palm Beach County has a pass rate of 83.6%, which is 2.3 percentage points below the state average of 85.9%. The average violations per inspection is 3.8 compared to the state average of 4.66.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Palm Beach County?
- Food establishments in Palm Beach County have an average of 13.2 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 $2,118,185 in fines across 4,496 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $482 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.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Palm Beach County 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. Palm Beach County, Florida has 1,773 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 3,607 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Palm Beach County?
- FDACS has issued 3,695 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Palm Beach County, including 288 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.
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Palm Beach County Restaurants & Food Establishments (4,937)
Yens Kitchen 3 closures
7364 LAKE WORTH RD, Lake Worth
23 inspections · 209 violations · Last: Jun 2026Las Fajitas 3 closures
2298 N DIXIE HWY, Boca Raton
37 inspections · 206 violations · Last: Mar 2026Ocean Ave Bar & Kitchen 3 closures
2551 N OCEAN AVE, Riviera Beach
36 inspections · 204 violations · Last: Feb 2026Lantern Local Tavern 3 closures
618 W LANTANA RD, Lantana
40 inspections · 196 violations · Last: May 2026Hook Fish & Chicken 3 closures
5701 N AUSTRALIAN AVE, West Palm Beach
33 inspections · 188 violations · Last: Feb 2026Back Home Restaurant and Bar 3 closures
4616 S JOG RD, Greenacres
28 inspections · 187 violations · Last: Mar 2026Brick Alley Tavern 3 closures
7366 LAKE WORTH RD, Lake Worth
37 inspections · 179 violations · Last: May 2026Inti Sandwich 3 closures
2800 N MILITARY TRAIL #103, West Palm Beach
32 inspections · 178 violations · Last: Apr 2026Excell Restaurant 3 closures
1041 S CONGRESS AVE #119, Delray Beach
37 inspections · 174 violations · Last: Dec 2025Brass Monkey Sports Bar and Grill 3 closures
7781 LAKE WORTH RD, Lake Worth
33 inspections · 171 violations · Last: May 2026Taki Omakase 3 closures
1658 N FEDERAL HWY, Boca Raton
35 inspections · 167 violations · Last: Apr 2026Sweet's Sensational Cuisine 3 closures
25 SW 5 AVE, Delray Beach
35 inspections · 157 violations · Last: Apr 2026Red Crab - Juicy Seafood 3 closures
1837 N MILITARY TRL UNIT B, West Palm Beach
26 inspections · 154 violations · Last: May 2026Chez Den Restaurant 3 closures
4422 FOREST HILL BLVD, West Palm Beach
34 inspections · 149 violations · Last: Apr 2026Sofra Mediterranean Cuisine 3 closures
819 LAKE AVE, Lake Worth
32 inspections · 147 violations · Last: Feb 2026Miyi La Cubanita Cuban Cafe Chola Wengue INC 3 closures
1332 NW 2 AVE, Boca Raton
30 inspections · 127 violations · Last: Jan 2026Gou Lakay &american Taste 3 closures
229 SE 2 AVE STE 1, Delray Beach
27 inspections · 127 violations · Last: Dec 2025La Sorelle Delray 3 closures
20 SE 5 AVE, Delray Beach
35 inspections · 123 violations · Last: Jan 2026Taqueria Huetamo 3 closures
1499 S CONGRESS AVE STE 5, Delray Beach
28 inspections · 110 violations · Last: Dec 2025El Riconcito Colombiano 3 closures
3027 FOREST HILL BLVD, Palm Springs
17 inspections · 101 violations · Last: May 2026