Costa Azul in West Palm Beach

Last inspected:

1209 S Military Trl Ste F-g, West Palm Beach, FL 33415
Overview

Costa Azul in West Palm Beach was emergency-closed once, on September 1, 2021, for fly activity. Across 22 inspections dating back to at least 2021, the facility accumulated 91 violations—an average of 4.1 per inspection, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2—and faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. High-priority violations have been a persistent pattern: employee health policy violations appeared in at least 5 inspections, proper hand and arm washing violations in at least 6, and proper cooking temperature violations in at least 2. A March 30, 2026 inspection documented 12 violations including 5 high-priority findings (management awareness, proper cooking temperatures, food contact surfaces, hand and arm washing, and employee health reporting) and resulted in a Warning Issued. The most recent inspection on April 1, 2026 found 2 violations (one intermediate) with a Call Back - Extension given, pending disposition.

Most recent closure: September 1, 2021 for fly activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

22Inspections
91Violations
1Closures
$600in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Costa Azul in West Palm Beach: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages

This Facility 4.1 violations / inspection 4.1 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

Costa Azul in West Palm Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Costa Azul in West Palm Beach
DateReasonReopened
Fly activity 09:59:00

Costa Azul in West Palm Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $600.00

Disciplinary action history for Costa Azul in West Palm Beach
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2025025592 $200.00 Jan 31, 2025 Miami (Doral)
2--2021041275 $400.00 Sep 3, 2021 Tampa

Costa Azul in West Palm Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)

— 3 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Costa Azul in West Palm Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Costa Azul in West Palm Beach last inspected?
Costa Azul in West Palm Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 1, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
When was Costa Azul in West Palm Beach last shut down?
Costa Azul in West Palm Beach was last shut down on September 1, 2021 for 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 Costa Azul in West Palm Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at Costa Azul in West Palm Beach are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Outer openings protected.
How many health inspections has Costa Azul in West Palm Beach had?
Costa Azul in West Palm Beach has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Costa Azul in West Palm Beach find?
Costa Azul in West Palm Beach was most recently inspected on April 1, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
Has Costa Azul in West Palm Beach ever been shut down?
Yes, Costa Azul in West Palm Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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 Costa Azul in West Palm Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Costa Azul in West Palm Beach has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
How much has Costa Azul in West Palm Beach been fined?
Costa Azul in West Palm Beach has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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