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3 NATIVES GARDENS

12216 US HWY 1, North Palm Beach FL 33408 · 561-223-3469

Last inspected Mar 31, 2026 · 6 visits since February 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats16
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA6021748
Grade history
FEB 24
APR 24
SEP 24
JUN 25
MAR 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 27 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. butter (71F - Cold Holding) operator states sitting out since 7am and over 4 hours - see stop sale.
High priority/03A-02-5
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

1 case · $200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2025046741Jun 2, 2025Jul 1, 2025$200

Inspection history

6 visits, newest first

Mar 31, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee using visibly soiled dry towel to wipe down food debris from food prep area continued to work with foods without changing gloves and washing hands first; manager educated; employee washed hands;
High priority/12A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. cut lettuce (50-48F - Cooling)at 3:15 to 46-51 F at 3:40 since 2:45; in three door cooler at front counter; food overstocked and food container not properly stored; at this rate food will not reach 41 F or below; operator placed ice bag on top;
Intermediate/03D-15-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Ice maker door heavily soiled with food debris; advised to clean;
Basic/23-24-4
Equipment in poor repair- middle door at cooler falling off the hinges when trying to open;
Basic/14-11-5
Jun 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 2, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At flip top cooler at wrap station: tuna salad (49F - Cold Holding); hummus (52F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (49F - Cold Holding); cooked corn (51F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (50F - Cold Holding); cut purple cabbage (52F - Cold Holding); Feta cheese (51F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (50F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (52F - Cold Holding); spinach (49F - Cold Holding) As per operator, all items stored in unit overnight. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At flip top cooler at wrap station: tuna salad (49F - Cold Holding); hummus (52F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (49F - Cold Holding); cooked corn (51F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (50F - Cold Holding); cut purple cabbage (52F - Cold Holding); Feta cheese (51F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (50F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (52F - Cold Holding); spinach (49F - Cold Holding) As per operator, all items stored in unit overnight. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale.
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. At flip top cooler at wrap station: cooked chicken (53F at 9:50am;51F at 10:30am- Cooling) As per operator, portioned and cooling since 7am. At current rate of cooling, item will not cool to 41F in a total of 4 hours. Operator moved to another cooler to quick chill.
Intermediate/03D-15-4/Corrective Action Taken
Sep 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. butter (71F - Cold Holding) operator states sitting out since 7am and over 4 hours - see stop sale.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. butter (71F - Cold Holding) operator states sitting out since 7am and over 4 hours - see stop sale.
High priority/03A-02-5
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer bucket stored on top of granola- operator moved sanitizer.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Lexan container covering sink - operator removed.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Apr 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At chemical storage shelf, spray bottle containing a substance unknown to operator not labeled, operator discarded spray bottle.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4
Feb 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. At dry storage area 4 cans of Tuna dented and damaged. Operator set cans aside to be returned to vendor.
High priority/01B-01-4
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-5

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.