Top Shelf Zoo in Palm Springs

Last inspected:

3889 10th Ave N, Palm Springs, FL 33461
Overview

Top Shelf Zoo in Palm Springs has one inspection on record, a February 2026 permit follow-up that documented 4 violations. The facility does not have written procedures for employees to respond to vomiting and diarrheal incidents, and the backroom restroom handwashing sink lacked paper towels at the time of inspection—a deficiency that was corrected on site. The inspection summary indicates the facility was operating without a valid food permit and was required to complete permitting requirements under Florida Administrative Code Rule 5K-4.020.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

1FDACS Insp.
4Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Top Shelf Zoo in Palm Springs: FDACS Inspection History (1)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 1 inspection
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection· 4 violations· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: TARIQUL ISLAM, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected. 5K-4.034 Hemp Rule and Statute - State Hemp Program 581.217 provided. Norovirus clean up and disinfection guidance provided. Visit conducted to follow up on request 5150093. Payments can be made online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or can be mailed to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, P.O. Box 6720, Tallahassee FL 32314-6720. Checks and money orders are to be payable to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. All payments must include the Food Establishment number and reason of payment type in the memo section of the check or money order. Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must meet all permitting requirements as specified in Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted and must be accompanied by an invoice. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Failure to meet all permitting requirements will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to suspend food activities. The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit. The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. An application for a food permit has been submitted. The Food Establishment shall remit payment of the appropriate fee within 10 days. Electronic online payment by credit card or e-check is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Contact the Business Center by email at [email protected] or by calling 850-245-5520 for further assistance.

Risk-Based Violations

2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 PfPf
Food entity does not have any written procedures to address clean up procedures for accidental vomiting and diarrheal incidents.
6-301.11 Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 PfPf
Backroom area: No paper towel provided in restroom hand wash sink. COS: Paper towel provided by person in charge.

Good Retail Practice Violations

5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17
Backroom area: No covered trash can provided in unisex restroom.
99 The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12, F.S., 5K-4.020(2), F.A.C. The food establishment shall complete the permitting process within 10 days. Contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 for further assistance.
This food establishment was found to be operating prior to the initial inspection without a valid food permit. o Print Date: 2/11/2026 Page 1 of 2

Top Shelf Zoo in Palm Springs: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Top Shelf Zoo in Palm Springs last inspected?
Top Shelf Zoo in Palm Springs was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on February 11, 2026. Inspection type: Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection.
How many inspections has Top Shelf Zoo in Palm Springs had?
Top Shelf Zoo in Palm Springs has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Top Shelf Zoo in Palm Springs find?
Top Shelf Zoo in Palm Springs was most recently inspected by FDACS on February 11, 2026 (Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection).
Has Top Shelf Zoo in Palm Springs had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Top Shelf Zoo in Palm Springs has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Top Shelf Zoo in Palm Springs?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Top Shelf Zoo in Palm Springs are: 6-301.11: Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 Pf; 2-501.11: Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 Pf; 5-501.17: Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17.

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