Flamingo Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens
Last inspected:
2588 Pga Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410-2902Flamingo Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens has accumulated 248 violations across 37 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.7 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach and fly activity in April 2024, then failed to comply with the emergency order. Recent enforcement shows a pattern of repeated violations and administrative complaints, with a spike in January 2026 when inspectors found 22 violations including 9 high-priority items. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $560 in fines.
Most recent closure: April 25, 2024 for roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Flamingo Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
This Facility
6.6
violations / inspection
6.6 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg
3.77
violations / inspection
3.77 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Palm Beach County Avg
0.24
closures / facility
0.24 county average
Flamingo Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens: Emergency Closure History (1)
Flamingo Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $560.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025003104 | $160.00 | Nov 5, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2024025834 | $400.00 | Apr 26, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2022013366 | — | N/A | — |
Flamingo Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens: Full Inspection History — DBPR (38)
— 3 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
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— 6 inspections33 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 8 inspections45 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Assigned to Inspector
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Flamingo Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Flamingo Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens last inspected?
- Flamingo Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 25, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- When was Flamingo Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens last shut down?
- Flamingo Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens was last shut down on April 25, 2024 for roach & fly activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Flamingo Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens?
- The most frequently cited violations at Flamingo Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens are: Outer openings protected, Employee health policy, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Flamingo Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens had?
- Flamingo Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens has had 38 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Flamingo Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens find?
- Flamingo Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens was most recently inspected on March 25, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has Flamingo Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens ever been shut down?
- Yes, Flamingo Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Flamingo Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Flamingo Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $560.00 in fines.
- How much has Flamingo Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens been fined?
- Flamingo Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens has been fined a total of $560.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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