Ocean Ave Bar & Kitchen in Riviera Beach
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2551 N Ocean Ave, Riviera Beach, FL 33404Ocean Ave Bar & Kitchen in Riviera Beach has been emergency-closed 3 times on record, including closures on December 18, 2023 for rodent and fly activity, November 13, 2023 for rodent and fly activity, and September 11, 2023 for rodent activity. The facility has accumulated 204 violations across 36 inspections, averaging 5.7 violations per inspection, slightly above the statewide average of 5.2. Five disciplinary actions resulted in $2,200 in combined fines. High-priority violations have been persistent and systemic: management awareness violations appeared in 5 of the last 8 inspections; employee health policy and employee health reporting violations were cited in 6 of the last 8 inspections; handwashing and proper hand/arm washing violations were documented in 4 of the last 8 inspections. These recurring findings across food safety fundamentals suggest ongoing compliance failures despite formal enforcement. The most recent inspection on February 26, 2026 resulted in no violations and was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: December 18, 2023 for rodent & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Ocean Ave Bar & Kitchen in Riviera Beach: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
Ocean Ave Bar & Kitchen in Riviera Beach: Emergency Closure History (3)
Ocean Ave Bar & Kitchen in Riviera Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (8)
Total fines on record: $3,600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025031395 | $600.00 | Mar 6, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2025032072 | $600.00 | Mar 10, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2024072036 | $400.00 | Oct 15, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2024027915 | $200.00 | Apr 18, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2023064975 | $400.00 | Nov 14, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2023054294 | $400.00 | Sep 12, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2022013652 | $800.00 | Feb 17, 2022 | Tampa | |
| 2--2021043758 | $200.00 | Aug 12, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Ocean Ave Bar & Kitchen in Riviera Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (36)
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 8 inspections34 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Assigned to Inspector
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· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 8 inspections24 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 6 inspections32 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Ocean Ave Bar & Kitchen in Riviera Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Ocean Ave Bar & Kitchen in Riviera Beach last inspected?
- Ocean Ave Bar & Kitchen in Riviera Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 26, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Ocean Ave Bar & Kitchen in Riviera Beach last shut down?
- Ocean Ave Bar & Kitchen in Riviera Beach was last shut down on December 18, 2023 for rodent & 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 Ocean Ave Bar & Kitchen in Riviera Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Ocean Ave Bar & Kitchen in Riviera Beach are: Management awareness, Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Ocean Ave Bar & Kitchen in Riviera Beach had?
- Ocean Ave Bar & Kitchen in Riviera Beach has had 36 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Ocean Ave Bar & Kitchen in Riviera Beach find?
- Ocean Ave Bar & Kitchen in Riviera Beach was most recently inspected on February 26, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Ocean Ave Bar & Kitchen in Riviera Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Ocean Ave Bar & Kitchen in Riviera Beach has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Ocean Ave Bar & Kitchen in Riviera Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Ocean Ave Bar & Kitchen in Riviera Beach has 8 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $3,600.00 in fines.
- How much has Ocean Ave Bar & Kitchen in Riviera Beach been fined?
- Ocean Ave Bar & Kitchen in Riviera Beach has been fined a total of $3,600.00 across 8 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).
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.
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