Chez Den Restaurant in West Palm Beach
Last inspected:
4422 Forest Hill Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33406Chez Den Restaurant in West Palm Beach has accumulated 145 violations across 33 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.4 per visit. The facility was shut down three times for roach activity and sewage backup. A propane tank for cooking was cited as stored improperly inside the building in 2017, a hazard that persisted under the prior operator Khyber Kabab House. Recent inspections show an active enforcement pattern: in March 2025, inspectors issued an emergency order with five high-priority violations, requiring immediate callback compliance and follow-up administrative complaints through February 2026.
Most recent closure: March 27, 2025 for sewage back up.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Chez Den Restaurant in West Palm Beach: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
This Facility
4.4
violations / inspection
4.4 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg
3.77
violations / inspection
3.77 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Palm Beach County Avg
0.24
closures / facility
0.24 county average
Chez Den Restaurant in West Palm Beach: Emergency Closure History (3)
Chez Den Restaurant in West Palm Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025028811 | $400.00 | Mar 27, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2022006612 | $600.00 | Feb 8, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2017013210 | $400.00 | Mar 17, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Chez Den Restaurant in West Palm Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
Propane gas used for cooking goat inside kitchen
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.
Chez Den Restaurant in West Palm Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Warning Issued
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 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· 3 violations · Emergency order recommended
— 3 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections31 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Chez Den Restaurant in West Palm Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Chez Den Restaurant in West Palm Beach last inspected?
- Chez Den Restaurant in West Palm Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Chez Den Restaurant in West Palm Beach last shut down?
- Chez Den Restaurant in West Palm Beach was last shut down on March 27, 2025 for sewage back up. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Chez Den Restaurant in West Palm Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Chez Den Restaurant in West Palm Beach are: Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Chez Den Restaurant in West Palm Beach had?
- Chez Den Restaurant in West Palm Beach has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Chez Den Restaurant in West Palm Beach find?
- Chez Den Restaurant in West Palm Beach was most recently inspected on April 6, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Chez Den Restaurant in West Palm Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Chez Den Restaurant in West Palm Beach has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V40 (Wiping cloths usage) mean?
- Violation 40 (Wiping cloths usage) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/40.
- Has Chez Den Restaurant in West Palm Beach had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Chez Den Restaurant in West Palm Beach has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Chez Den Restaurant in West Palm Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Chez Den Restaurant in West Palm Beach has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,400.00 in fines.
- How much has Chez Den Restaurant in West Palm Beach been fined?
- Chez Den Restaurant in West Palm Beach has been fined a total of $1,400.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Chez Den Restaurant in West Palm Beach operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Khyber Kabab House (2017).
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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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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