Tarbooch Hookah Cafe in West Palm Beach
Last inspected:
1233a S Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33415Tarbooch Hookah Cafe has compiled 115 violations across 24 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.8 violations per inspection, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines. High-priority violations have been recurring throughout the inspection record, particularly handwashing and hand/arm washing violations (cited in at least 7 inspections), employee health reporting violations (5 inspections), and food contact surface violations (6 inspections). The most recent inspection on March 5, 2026 documented 12 violations including 2 high-priority violations for proper hand/arm washing and food contact surfaces, though the inspection was completed with no further action required. A prior inspection on November 4, 2025 resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation after 18 violations were found, including high-priority violations for employee health reporting, consumer advisory, and food contact surfaces.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Tarbooch Hookah Cafe in West Palm Beach: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
Tarbooch Hookah Cafe in West Palm Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025035750 | $400.00 | Mar 24, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2025008074 | $200.00 | Nov 25, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2020007367 | $200.00 | Jan 31, 2020 | Miami (Doral) |
Tarbooch Hookah Cafe in West Palm Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Tarbooch Hookah Cafe in West Palm Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Tarbooch Hookah Cafe in West Palm Beach last inspected?
- Tarbooch Hookah Cafe in West Palm Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Tarbooch Hookah Cafe in West Palm Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Tarbooch Hookah Cafe in West Palm Beach are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Tarbooch Hookah Cafe in West Palm Beach had?
- Tarbooch Hookah Cafe in West Palm Beach has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Tarbooch Hookah Cafe in West Palm Beach find?
- Tarbooch Hookah Cafe in West Palm Beach was most recently inspected on March 5, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Tarbooch Hookah Cafe in West Palm Beach ever been shut down?
- No, Tarbooch Hookah Cafe in West Palm Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Tarbooch Hookah Cafe in West Palm Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Tarbooch Hookah Cafe in West Palm Beach has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Tarbooch Hookah Cafe in West Palm Beach been fined?
- Tarbooch Hookah Cafe in West Palm Beach has been fined a total of $800.00 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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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