Yuca Bistro in West Palm Beach
1025 N Florida Mango Rd, West Palm Beach, FL 33409Yuca Bistro in West Palm Beach has been subject to enforcement action for operating without a valid food permit and selling adulterated food products. A stop-sale order issued October 17, 2025 required the immediate removal of green season mix, BBQ sauce, hot sauce, eggplant medley, and smoked herring made at home — all non-compliant products that were voluntarily destroyed by management. A second stop-sale order the same date cited missing or incomplete HACCP plan documentation. The facility received a preoperational inspection on November 17, 2025 citing three priority foundation violations: the person in charge did not correctly answer questions about foodborne illness transmission, employees were not verifiably informed of their responsibility to report diagnosis and symptoms related to foodborne illnesses, and no written procedures existed for cleaning up vomit and diarrhea. A recurring violation for missing vomit and diarrhea cleanup procedures appeared across multiple inspections in November and early December 2025. The original stop-sale orders remain in effect as of the most recent focused inspection on March 12, 2026; the facility must submit corrections and required documentation to FDACS to request written release of the orders or face administrative action.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Yuca Bistro in West Palm Beach: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
This Facility
0
violations / inspection
0 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg
3.77
violations / inspection
3.77 county average
This Facility
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emergency closures
0 closures
Palm Beach County Avg
0.24
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0.24 county average
Yuca Bistro in West Palm Beach: FDACS Inspection History (14)
Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.
— 2 inspections
— Focused Inspection - Check-back Needed· Re-Inspection Required
Comments: The original Stop-Sale Order issued 10/17/25 remains in effect. Food establishment can visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or
contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 when corrections have been made and/or when required documents have been
obtained to request food safety inspector visit for written release of product and/or equipment. Failure to comply with the request
for written release may or will result in Administrative Action.
This Focused Inspection is being conducted offsite to document a verbal conversation regarding the SPA & HACCP plan
submitted for approval.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Focused Inspection - Check-back Needed· Re-Inspection Required
Comments: Stop Sale Order issued on 10/17/25 remains in effect. Food establishment can visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the
Business Center at (850) 245-5520 when corrections have been made and/or when required documents have been obtained to
request food safety inspector visit for written release of product. Failure to comply with the request for written release may or will
result in Administrative Action.
This offsite industry visit is being conducted to document a conversation to help assist the food establishment with compliance of
recent food pending stop-sale orders
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— 11 inspections
— Focused Inspection - Check-back Needed· Re-Inspection Required
Comments: Stop Sale Order issued on 10/17/25 remains in effect. Food establishment can visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the
Business Center at (850) 245-5520 when corrections have been made and/or when required documents have been obtained to
request food safety inspector visit for written release of product. Failure to comply with the request for written release may or will
result in Administrative Action.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements· 3 violations· Met Requirements
Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to
[email protected].
Please note each observation that has been corrected.
Risk-Based Violations
2-102.11(C)(2)-(3)
Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing
transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may
cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible
through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of
food employees. 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) and (17) PfPf
Person in charge did not answer questions related to foodborne illnesses and symptoms.
Employee health guide provided.
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2-103.11(O)
Person in charge does not ensure food employees and conditional employees are
informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about
their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. 2-103.11(O) PfPf
Unable to verify that food employees are aware of their responsibility to report diagnosis and
symptoms related to foodborne illnesses. Reporting Agreement provided.
2-501.11
Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when
responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food
establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread
of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal
matter. 2-501.11 PfPf
No written procedures for the clean up of vomit and diarrhea.
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 2 violations· Met Requirements
Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to
[email protected].
Please note each observation that has been corrected.
Visited establishment per request 5143259, initial inspection
The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety
inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit.
Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must meet all
Risk-Based Violations
2-501.11
Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when
responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food
establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread
of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal
matter. 2-501.11 PfPf
No written procedures for the clean up of vomit and diarrhea.
95
Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a
test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.
No certified food protection manager.
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements
Comments: 5143451- initial inspection
Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must meet all
permitting requirements as specified in Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. To expedite the processing of your food permit application,
electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted and must
be accompanied by an invoice. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit
application.
Failure to meet all permitting requirements will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties
if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found
to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action
to suspend food activities.
The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety
inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 1 violation· Met Requirements
Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to
[email protected].
Please note each observation that has been corrected.
Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must meet all
permitting requirements as specified in Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. To expedite the processing of your food permit application,
electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted and must
be accompanied by an invoice. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit
application.
Failure to meet all permitting requirements will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties
if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found
to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action
to suspend food activities.
The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety
inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit.
Risk-Based Violations
2-501.11
Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when
responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food
establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread
of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal
matter. 2-501.11 PfPfRepeat
No written procedures for the clean up of vomit and diarrhea.
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection· 4 violations· 2 stop-sale orders· Operating Without Permit
Risk-Based Violations
2-501.11
Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when
responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food
establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread
of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal
matter. 2-501.11 PfPf
No written procedures for clean up of vomit and diarrhea.
8-201.13(A)
Properly prepared HACCP plan not submitted to the Florida Department of
Agriculture and Consumer Services for approval before engaging in an activity that requires a HACCP plan.
8-201.13(A)
No HACCP plan for foods that require a HACCP plan. Issued stop sale
Green season mix, BBQ sauce, hot sauce, eggplant medley, smoked herring made at home
offered for retail sale. Issued stop sale and release. All product voluntarily discarded during visit.
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Good Retail Practice Violations
99
The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12, F.S.,
5K-4.020(2), F.A.C. The food establishment shall complete the permitting process within 10 days. Contact
the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 for further assistance.
Establishment open and operating without a valid food permit.
A Supplemental Report was also issued during the visit which includes important information for management.
Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions
STOP SALE ORDER
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 HAACP Plan Missing Or Incomplete.* Conformance With Approved Procedures: Conformance
with approved procedures.
Comments:
Print Date: 10/17/2025
Page 1 of 3
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Approved Source: Food obtained from approved source.
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 1 violation· Met Requirements
Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to
[email protected].
Please note each observation that has been corrected.
5138569, initial inspection
Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must meet all
permitting requirements as specified in Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. To expedite the processing of your food permit application,
electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted and must
be accompanied by an invoice. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit
application.
Failure to meet all permitting requirements will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties
if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found
to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action
to suspend food activities.
Risk-Based Violations
2-501.11
Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when
responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food
establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread
of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal
matter. 2-501.11 PfPfRepeat
No written procedures for the clean up of vomit and diarrhea.
— Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements· 1 violation· Met Requirements
Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to
[email protected].
Please note each observation that has been corrected.
5137485, initial inspection
Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must meet all
permitting requirements as specified in Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. To expedite the processing of your food permit application,
electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted and must
be accompanied by an invoice. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit
application.
Failure to meet all permitting requirements will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties
if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found
to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action
Risk-Based Violations
2-501.11
Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when
responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food
establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread
of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal
matter. 2-501.11 PfPfRepeat
No written procedures for the clean up of vomit and diarrhea.
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: This Focused Inspection is being conducted offsite to document a verbal conversation to help assist the food establishment with
compliance.
Provided permit dissolution form, commissary letter of agreement and food permit application.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements· 1 violation· Met Requirements
Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to
[email protected].
Please note each observation that has been corrected.
The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety
inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit.
Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must remit payment
in full. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at
https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Follow the instructions on the portal page for payment processing. Payment by check or money order
is also accepted, but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services,
PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your
food permit application.
Permit fees must be paid in full before your application can be processed further. Failure to pay any permit fees in full will result in
the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit,
which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department
may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to close your business.
Risk-Based Violations
95
Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a
test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.Repeat
Establishment does not have certified food manager certificate.
— Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements
Comments: Visited establishment per request 5124529, initial inspection
Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must remit payment
in full. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at
https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Follow the instructions on the portal page for payment processing. Payment by check or money order
is also accepted, but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services,
PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your
food permit application.
Permit fees must be paid in full before your application can be processed further. Failure to pay any permit fees in full will result in
the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit,
which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department
may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to close your business.
The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety
inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· 1 violation· Met Requirements
Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to
[email protected].
Please note each observation that has been corrected.
Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must remit payment
in full. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at
https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Follow the instructions on the portal page for payment processing. Payment by check or money order
is also accepted, but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services,
PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your
food permit application.
Permit fees must be paid in full before your application can be processed further. Failure to pay any permit fees in full will result in
the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit,
which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department
may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to close your business.
The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety
inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit.
Risk-Based Violations
95
Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a
test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.
Food establishment does not have certified food protection manager
Yuca Bistro in West Palm Beach: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (2)
Products placed under stop-sale or stop-use order by FDACS inspectors. Stop-sale orders prohibit the sale of food that is adulterated, mislabeled, or poses a health risk.
| Date | Order Type | Product | Brand/Lot | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 HAACP Plan Missing Or Incomplete.* Conformance With Approved Procedures: Conformance with approved proc… | |
| STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Approved Source: Food obtained from approved source. |
Yuca Bistro in West Palm Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- How many health inspections has Yuca Bistro in West Palm Beach had?
- Yuca Bistro in West Palm Beach has had 0 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 0 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- Has Yuca Bistro in West Palm Beach ever been shut down?
- No, Yuca Bistro in West Palm Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- When was Yuca Bistro in West Palm Beach last inspected?
- Yuca Bistro in West Palm Beach was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on March 12, 2026. Inspection type: Focused Inspection - Check-back Needed.
- How many inspections has Yuca Bistro in West Palm Beach had?
- Yuca Bistro in West Palm Beach has 14 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
- What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Yuca Bistro in West Palm Beach find?
- Yuca Bistro in West Palm Beach was most recently inspected by FDACS on March 12, 2026 (Focused Inspection - Check-back Needed).
- Has Yuca Bistro in West Palm Beach had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
- Yes, Yuca Bistro in West Palm Beach has 2 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were voluntarily destroyed.
- What are the most common violations at Yuca Bistro in West Palm Beach?
- The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Yuca Bistro in West Palm Beach are: 2-501.11: Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 Pf; 3-201.11(A): Food not obtained from sources that comply with law. 3-201.11(A) P; 8-201.13(A): Properly prepared HACCP plan not submitted to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services for approval before engaging in an activity that requires a HACCP plan. 8-201.13(A).
- Does Yuca Bistro in West Palm Beach have any repeat violations?
- Yes, Yuca Bistro in West Palm Beach has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 2-501.11: Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 Pf.
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