3 G'S GOURMET DELI
5869 W ATLANTIC AVE, Delray Beach FL 33484 · 561.498.3910
Last inspected Mar 17, 2026 · 13 visits since September 2023
APR 25
JUN 25
OCT 25
FEB 26
MAR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found #1 Observed two small flying insects around cook line. # 2 Observed three small flying insects around dishwashing area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
6 cases · $3,600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026023638 | Feb 9, 2026 | Apr 27, 2026 | $1,800 |
| 2--2026002539 | Oct 31, 2025 | Jan 26, 2026 | $600 |
| 2--2025030469 | Apr 4, 2025 | Apr 24, 2025 | $400 |
| 2--2025030724 | Feb 27, 2025 | Apr 24, 2025 | $200 |
| 2--2021011627 | Feb 11, 2021 | Apr 8, 2021 | $200 |
| 2--2018059988 | Nov 21, 2018 | Dec 20, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Mar 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board at wait station
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed floor covered with standing water at front of walk in cooler door.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled throughout cookline
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Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled microwave at cook line with grease.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on containers after cleaning st ware washing area.
Feb 9, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack raw shell eggs and then proceeded to touch ready to eat French toast without washing hands. Discussed with operator. Employee washed hands.
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touched soiled apron with gloves and then proceeded to grab ready to eat bread at deli station. Discussed with operator. Employee washed hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in flip top cooler across from grill raw pork chops stored over cooked ribs. Operator stored correctly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pooled eggs 43-46F stored in ice bath. Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Per operator food held out of temperature less than four hours.Observed ice level low. Employee added more ice.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed raw shell eggs with no time mark. Operator time marked. 8am-12pm.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in steam table at cook line stuffed cabbage soup 118F-135F hot holding. Per operator food held out of temperature less than four hours. Observed water level low. Operator added more water.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board at wait station with cut marks.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint at deli line. Discussed with operator. Employee placed hair rest on.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled microwave at cook line.
Oct 31, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed Employee touched phone and than put on glove and than proceeded to stir soup in pot without a washing hands. Discussed with operator. Employee washed hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in flip top cooler next to shelf with eggs stored on time raw pork stored over cooked ribs. Operator stored raw pork properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at flip top cooler in kitchen next to shelf where raw shall eggs are kept at while being on time. American cheese (41-48F). Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit less than four hours. Operator added more ice to product. Observed in flip top cooler across from soup pots raw fish (41-45F),. Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit less than four hours. Observed food stacked to high. Operator moved raw fish underneath to quick chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausages 105F stored at cook line under no temperature control. Fod held out of temperature for less than four hours.Operator placed on grill to reheat to 165F or higher. Observed stuffing 107F stored in steam table in kitchen. Per operator fod held out of temperature for less than four hours. Observed no water in pan, operator added more water.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed at takeout cooler employee drink stored on cutting board. Operator removed.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning at dishwashing area.
Jun 5, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed egg batter 52F stored in ice bath. Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Operator held in unit less than four hours. Observed not sunk in ice. Operator placed under TPHC.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooked potatoes 119F-145F stored on grill. Observed cooked potatoes stacked upon each other. Operator flattened out on grill so all parts can touch grill. Operator placed
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Operator remade.
Apr 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 4, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed 3 small flying insects flying around at bakery and dessert station at front counter. Observed 2 small flying insects at dishwashing area in kitchen flying around. Observed 1 small flying insect at cook line area flying around. Observed 2 small flying insects at dry storage area flying around.
Apr 4, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 6 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
5 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) Operator retested to Dishwasher (Chlorine 100ppm)
Live, small flying insects found Observed 3 small flying insects flying around at bakery and dessert station at front counter. Observed 2 small flying insects at dishwashing area in kitchen flying around. Observed 1 small flying insect at cook line area flying around. Observed 2 small flying insects at dry storage area flying around.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at deli case flip top cooler raw salmon stored over olives. Operator removed.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at deli case pastrami 44-46F - Cold Holding); chicken (44-46F). Observed at flip top cooler raw burgers (45F). Per operator food not prepared or portioned. Food held in unit less than 4 hours. Observed food stacked too high in deli case. Operator placed raw burger back into walk-in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at grill at cook line cooked onions (94F); cooked mushrooms (108F). Food not under temperature control. Operator placed food back on grill to reheat to 165F or higher.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at handwashing sink near walk in cooler scrubber found inside. Operator removed.
Feb 28, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 27, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm).
Live, small flying insects found #1 Observed two small flying insects around cook line. # 2 Observed three small flying insects around dishwashing area.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed Raw shell eggs 65F stored on counter in kitchen. Per operator eggs been out for 1 hour. Operator placed raw shell eggs back into walk in cooler.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed at flip top cooler small flying insect land on top of spinach. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Flip top cooler #2; cheese (59F - Cold Holding); raw burgers (45F - Cold Holding). Observed in True refrigeration; sour cream (46F). Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit less than 4 hours. Operator moved foods to walk in cooler to quick chill.
Oct 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork stored above cooked chicken, raw mahi stored above cooked ribs in cook line flip top. Operator reorganized
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked lamb date marked 10-7 in walk in cooler. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. pooled eggs on ice (56F); egg whites on ice (50F). Ice does not rise to the level of the food in pan, employee states items have been out for less than 1 hour. Employee added ice. Retook temperature at 41F
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Employee training certificates missing CFM #, Date of training. Discussed with operator
Food stored on floor. Bucket or cut onions stored on floor on cook line. Employee moved to shelf
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Operator removed
Jun 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Sheet pans of dough stored in direct contact with can liner in 3 door stainless reach in cooler. Operator removed and replaced with food grade wrap
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Raw shell eggs held at ambient temperature of 76F. Operator states eggs have been out for approximately 2 hours. Operator moved to reach in cooler. Discussed TPHC
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles containing blue substance at front deli line not labeled. Operator labeled
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed at 2 door stainless next to back door
Jan 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Employee handling toasted bagel with bare hands. Discussed with operator
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork stored above cooked ribs in cook line flip top cooler. Operator reorganized
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed
Insect control device installed over ware storage area. Operator removed
Sep 8, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by garbage can. Wash hand sink next to Flip top cooler. Manager removed garbage can
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.