How many health inspections has ZEN BAR & GRILL had?

ZEN BAR & GRILL has had 27 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has ZEN BAR & GRILL ever been shut down?

Yes, ZEN BAR & GRILL has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at ZEN BAR & GRILL?

The most frequently cited violations at ZEN BAR & GRILL are: Clean multi-use utensils, Outer openings protected, Employee health policy.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?

PATHOGEN SURVIVAL: Undercooking is a leading cause of foodborne illness. Salmonella in poultry survives below 165°F — causes 1.35 million US infections annually. E. coli O157:H7 in ground beef survives below 155°F — causes bloody diarrhea and kidney failure. Trichinella in pork survives below 145°F. Proper cooking is the critical kill step that destroys these pathogens. Cook to minimum internal temperatures: Poultry/stuffing/reheated foods: 165°F for 15 seconds. Ground meats: 155°F for 15 seconds. Pork/beef/fish/eggs (immediate service): 145°F for 15 seconds. Whole roasts: 145°F for 4 minutes. Verify with calibrated probe thermometer in thickest part. Microwave cooking: 165°F, rotate, stand 2 minutes.

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.

ZEN BAR & GRILL

160 N MILITARY TRL, West Palm Beach, FL 33415

Palm Beach County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: CHELITA'S RUMBA AND SABOR LLC · License: SEA6021310

ZEN BAR & GRILL in West Palm Beach, FL has 27 inspections on record with 168 total violations (6.2 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

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1Closures

Data current as of April 15, 2025

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for ZEN BAR & GRILL
Date	Reason	Reopened
Sep 20, 2021	Fly activity	12:59:00

Inspection History (27)

Apr 15, 2025 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Apr 2, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Mar 22, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Warning Issued

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V51 Premises clean

Jun 27, 2023 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

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V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 26, 2022 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

ZEN BAR & GRILL

Emergency Closures (1)

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