Waterway Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens
Last inspected:
2300 Pga Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410Waterway Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens has accumulated 158 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.9 per visit. The facility has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines. Recent enforcement activity intensified in early 2025, with consecutive administrative complaints recommending action in February 2025 after citing 9 and 8 violations respectively, including multiple high-priority violations. The most frequently cited violations involve proper hand and arm washing (15 instances), employee health reporting (12), and premises cleanliness (9).
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Waterway Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
This Facility
4.9
violations / inspection
4.9 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg
3.77
violations / inspection
3.77 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Palm Beach County Avg
0.24
closures / facility
0.24 county average
Waterway Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026023972 | $800.00 | Feb 9, 2026 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2025028590 | $200.00 | Feb 17, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2022015710 | $400.00 | Mar 9, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2021058003 | $200.00 | Nov 2, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Waterway Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 47-03-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Electrical outlet/cover plate/broken/cookline
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Waterway Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 7 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 5 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Waterway Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Waterway Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens last inspected?
- Waterway Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 9, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Waterway Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens?
- The most frequently cited violations at Waterway Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Premises clean.
- How many health inspections has Waterway Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens had?
- Waterway Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Waterway Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens find?
- Waterway Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens was most recently inspected on February 9, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 5 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Waterway Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens ever been shut down?
- No, Waterway Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- Has Waterway Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Waterway Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Waterway Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Waterway Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,600.00 in fines.
- How much has Waterway Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens been fined?
- Waterway Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens has been fined a total of $1,600.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Nearby Establishments to Waterway Cafe
Poor Inspection Records Near Palm Beach Gardens
Stories You May Have Missed Palm Beach Gardens
Angry Moon Cafe Shut Down for Roaches in April, Third Time in Two Years
Palm Beach Gardens cafe was emergency-closed April 15 for roach activity, its second such closure in two months and thir…
Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
This page is maintained by FloridaFoodSafety.org and is not affiliated with Waterway Cafe. How we collect and verify this data.