How many health inspections has ELL IDEAL had?

ELL IDEAL has had 26 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has ELL IDEAL ever been shut down?

No, ELL IDEAL has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at ELL IDEAL?

The most frequently cited violations at ELL IDEAL are: Handwashing procedures, Proper cooking temps, Outer openings protected.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?

BACTERIAL BIOFILM: Improperly cleaned multi-use utensils develop bacterial biofilms within 24 hours. These biofilms protect pathogens (Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli) from routine sanitizing — requiring physical scrubbing to remove. Each use of a contaminated utensil transfers pathogens to food. Improperly cleaned cutting boards harbor 200x more bacteria than a toilet seat. Clean and sanitize all multi-use utensils using the 3-compartment sink method: Wash in hot soapy water (110°F minimum), rinse in clean water, sanitize in approved solution (50-100 ppm chlorine or 200-400 ppm quaternary ammonium for 30 seconds), air dry. Or use properly functioning commercial dishwasher. Clean utensils at least every 4 hours during continuous use.

What does Florida violation V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?

HYGIENE INFRASTRUCTURE: Inadequate toilet facilities discourage proper restroom use and handwashing by employees. Lack of supplies (toilet paper, soap, towels) prevents proper hygiene. Non-functioning toilets force employees to delay bathroom breaks, increasing contamination risk. Self-closing doors prevent airborne contamination from reaching food areas. Provide adequate, clean toilet facilities: properly functioning toilets, toilet paper, self-closing doors, handwashing sink with hot/cold water, soap, paper towels. Maintain cleanliness throughout the day. Ensure facilities are accessible to employees at all times. Post handwashing signs. Facilities must comply with ADA requirements.

ELL IDEAL

934 BELVEDERE RD, West Palm Beach, FL 33405-1112

Palm Beach County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: EL YDEAL RESTAURANT INC · License: SEA6008137

ELL IDEAL in West Palm Beach, FL has 26 inspections on record with 103 total violations (4 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

26Inspections

103Violations

0Closures

Data current as of February 19, 2025

Inspection History (26)

Feb 19, 2025 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Oct 2, 2024 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

Oct 1, 2024 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 29, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Feb 27, 2024 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V16 Proper cooking temps

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 26, 2024 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V27 Correct procedures

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 28, 2023 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Jul 26, 2023 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

Feb 27, 2023 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 1, 2022 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Dec 21, 2021 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jul 22, 2021 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jan 5, 2021 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

V10 Approved food source

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Sep 21, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

Mar 17, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V16 Proper cooking temps

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jan 3, 2020 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 21, 2019 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V09 No contamination

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

May 6, 2019 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Mar 12, 2019 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Dec 20, 2017 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Aug 16, 2017 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

Mar 30, 2017 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Mar 1, 2017 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 3, 2017 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 26, 2017 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 11, 2016 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

How Does This Facility Compare?

ELL IDEAL has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Palm Beach County average of 0.19 closures per facility. It has averaged 4 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 2.73.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has ELL IDEAL had?: ELL IDEAL has had 26 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has ELL IDEAL ever been shut down?: No, ELL IDEAL has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at ELL IDEAL?: The most frequently cited violations at ELL IDEAL are: Handwashing procedures, Proper cooking temps, Outer openings protected.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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.

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Last verified: February 19, 2025 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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