BEER TRADE CO DELRAY
145 NE 4 AVE, Delray Beach FL 33483 · 5615725542
Last inspected Feb 3, 2026 · 9 visits since December 2023
MAR 24
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FEB 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license...operator renewed
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023071035 | Dec 8, 2023 | May 22, 2024 | $800 |
| 2--2021058078 | Nov 8, 2021 | Feb 10, 2022 | $360 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Feb 3, 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
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit....chicken taco 50F, pork taco 50F, rice 50F, shredded cheese 51F, mushroom dip 49F, pico de gallo 50F in beer walk in cooler. Food not prepped or portioned today, per owner food being held than 4 hours.. Employee removed food another acceptable cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times....blocked by big garbage can at kitchen. Employee removed.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance by the office, employee closed
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors by the office
Sep 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate3 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....chlorine 00 ppm.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation... mushroom dip date marked 9/3, crab dip 9/5 in each in cooler. See stop sale. Operator discarded food.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.... Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation... mushroom dip date marked 9/3, crab dip 9/5 in each in cooler.
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...slice yellow cheese 47F, slice white cheese 47F, coleslaw 50F in flip top reach in cooler. Raw marinated chicken 48F in bottom shelf at glass door tall reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...slice yellow cheese 47F, slice white cheese 47F, coleslaw 50F in flip top reach in cooler. Raw marinated chicken 48F in bottom shelf at glass door tall reach in cooler. Food not prepped or portion today, food being held more than four hours. Stop sale issue. Operator discarded food.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection....cut tomatoes 47 F, coleslaw 50F in flip top reach in cooler top of another container, took another temperature about 20 minutes later cut tomatoes was same temperature at 47F, operator discarded coleslaw before taking temperature. Per operation tomato and Coleslaw was prepped two hours ago to serve customer. Operator discarded cut tomatoes also.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times....big garbage can stored front of handwashing sink. Operator removed can
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly...chlorine 00 ppm.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food...cut avocado with sticker by coleslaw, cut tomatoes in reach in cooler. Discarded food.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust...underneath handwashing sink, dishwashing sink.
Apr 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 31, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed zero (0) ppm chlorine.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease. Observed heavy build up above grill area.
Mar 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator paid for 2025 license during inspection.
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed probe thermometer not functioning. Operator will change batteries.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed zero (0) ppm chlorine.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
No CONSPICUOUSLY located ambient air temperature thermometer in several cold holding units
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed on prep table shelf.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease. Observed heavy build up above grill area.
Sep 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation.......mushroom dip date marked 8/26/24, jambalaya 9/5, chicken salad 9/6/24 See stop sale issue. Employee discarded food.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.... Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation.......mushroom dip date marked 8/26/24, jambalaya 9/5, chicken salad 9/6/24
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times...blocked by garbage can. Employee removed
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked.... pork slider 9/8 /24, onion taco 9/5. Employee date marked
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled...liquid cleaner spray bottles. Employee labeled
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination... spoons at kitchen. Chef properly stored.
Mar 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly....00 ppm. Operator set up 3 compartment sink
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license...operator renewed
Dec 8, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate3 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...00 ppm.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized..l.sanitizing utensils in triple sink after discussion.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food...stored pretzels in thank you bag at reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit....cheeses 46°, coleslaw 48°, cut lettuce 45°, cut tomatoes 46° in flip top reach in cooler at kitchen being held less than 4 hours. Operator covered food and remove paper liner from food.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled...Fantastic cleaner spray bottle. Operator labeled.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured at bar.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized...prepared sanitizer solution in middle compartment. Prepared properly after discussion.
Wash/Rinse/Sanitizing solution not maintained clean...sanitizer solution at triple sink. Operator draining
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.