718 Cafe & Grill in Tequesta
Last inspected:
716 Us Hwy 1 N, Tequesta, FL 33469718 Cafe & Grill in Tequesta has accumulated 217 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.4 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. State records show 3 disciplinary actions totaling $2,000 in fines, with the largest penalty at $1,200. The most frequently cited violations involve employee health reporting, proper hand and arm washing, and consumer advisory failures.
Most recent closure: October 13, 2016 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
718 Cafe & Grill in Tequesta: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
This Facility
6.3
violations / inspection
6.3 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
718 Cafe & Grill in Tequesta: Emergency Closure History (1)
718 Cafe & Grill in Tequesta: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $2,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023054085 | $1,200.00 | Sep 13, 2023 | Tampa | |
| 2--2023023134 | $400.00 | Mar 30, 2023 | Tampa | |
| 2--2016049006 | $400.00 | Oct 14, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
718 Cafe & Grill in Tequesta: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 3 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections20 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections25 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 7 inspections27 violations · 21 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
718 Cafe & Grill in Tequesta: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was 718 Cafe & Grill in Tequesta last inspected?
- 718 Cafe & Grill in Tequesta was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 14, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- When was 718 Cafe & Grill in Tequesta last shut down?
- 718 Cafe & Grill in Tequesta was last shut down on October 13, 2016 for roach 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 718 Cafe & Grill in Tequesta?
- The most frequently cited violations at 718 Cafe & Grill in Tequesta are: Employee health reporting, Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has 718 Cafe & Grill in Tequesta had?
- 718 Cafe & Grill in Tequesta has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of 718 Cafe & Grill in Tequesta find?
- 718 Cafe & Grill in Tequesta was most recently inspected on April 14, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has 718 Cafe & Grill in Tequesta ever been shut down?
- Yes, 718 Cafe & Grill in Tequesta 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 V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
- Has 718 Cafe & Grill in Tequesta faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, 718 Cafe & Grill in Tequesta has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,000.00 in fines.
- How much has 718 Cafe & Grill in Tequesta been fined?
- 718 Cafe & Grill in Tequesta has been fined a total of $2,000.00 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).
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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