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BREAKFAST SHACK

3469 W BOYNTON BEACH BLVD STE 1, Boynton Beach FL 33436 · 561.386.2370

Last inspected Mar 11, 2026 · 15 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats45
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6007245
Grade history
AUG 24
DEC 24
JUL 25
DEC 25
MAR 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 30 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach behind fryer in kitchen.
High priority/35A-05-4/Admin Complaint
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Disciplinary actions

8 cases · $3,450

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2025057075Jul 10, 2025Sep 29, 2025
2--2024006787Jan 12, 2024Jun 20, 2024$400
2--2024017388Mar 12, 2024Apr 11, 2024$400
2--2024006853Jan 26, 2024Mar 28, 2024$400
2--2021006755Jan 8, 2021Apr 21, 2021$800
2--2018064580Dec 20, 2018Apr 11, 2019$400
2--2016037627Aug 8, 2016Nov 8, 2016$400
2--2016019101Mar 28, 2016Aug 10, 2016$650

Inspection history

15 visits, newest first

Mar 11, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
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 photo touch pancakes on stove without washing hands or changing gloves. advised employee to wash hands.
High priority/12A-27-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line cooked vegetables 43-50F, egg wash 56F. Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held out of temperature for less than four hours. Observed products not fully submerged in ice. Discussed with employee. Employee fully submerged in ice. Observed corn beef 78F stored on top of fryer with no temperature control. Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held out of temperature for less than four hours. Discussed with employee. Employee placed in cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed avocados stored over ham in double door cooler. Operator removed.
Basic/08B-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Dec 8, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
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 clean plate without washing hands. Discussed with employee. Employee washed hands.
High priority/12A-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in true refrigerator cooler raw shell eggs stored over bread. Operator stored raw shell eggs properly.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line in ice bath pancake batter 52F, French toast batter 66fF. Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held out of unit less than four hours. Observed foods not fully submerged in ice. Operator fully submerged in ice bath.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent in kitchen soiled with dust.
Basic/36-34-5
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee's keys and phone stored on top of microwave. Operator removed.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease and food debris at cook line.
Basic/23-03-4
Jul 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing at kitchen entrance.
Basic/36-03-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 14, 2025 · Time Extended
Jul 10, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach behind fryer in kitchen.
High priority/35A-05-4/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in double door reach in cooler; milk (47F). Per operator milk held in unit less than four hours. Operator placed milk in ice bath. Observed in double door reach in cooler corn beef 45F. Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit less than four hours. Operator placed corn beef in ice bath.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 05-15-20
Intermediate/53A-03-7
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing at kitchen entrance.
Basic/36-03-4/Warning
Floor soiled /has accumulation of debris behind fryer in kitchen.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Dec 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Dishwasher (Quaternary 0ppm). Operator replaced sanitizer with (Chlroine 100ppm) to sanitize dishes.
High priority/22-43-4/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed chemical spray bottle unlabeled near dishwashing area. Operator labeled floor cleaner.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee backpack hanging over clean dishes on cook line. Operator removed.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Aug 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
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. Dish machine tested at 0ppm. Sanitizer empty. Operator replaces and primed sanitizer. Retested at 100ppm
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Raw shell eggs being held at room temperature of 79F for less than 1 hour. Operator moved to reach in cooler
High priority/03A-03-5/Corrected On-Site
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Operator unable to provide at time of inspection
Intermediate/05-08-4
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed at kitchen entrance area and behind reach in freezers
Basic/36-03-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed on dishwashing racks, bus bins in ware washing area
Basic/23-03-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at cook line flip top
Basic/29-49-6
Mar 13, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 12, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 3 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 10 live roaches on underside of cook line flip top cooler in kitchen
High priority/35A-05-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris. Operator cleaned and sanitized
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 20 dead roaches inside of electrical box under breakers on wall directly next to flip top cooler on cook line in kitchen. Observed 3 dead roaches inside of electrical box directly next to toaster at front line in kitchen
Basic/35A-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Jan 26, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 18, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation

Ordered shut on the spot. 2 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 5 live roaches on ground behind chest freezer, 1 door stainless reach in freezer in front of cook line in kitchen. Observed 2 live roaches behind fire alarm pole/tag directly next to triple sink in kitchen Observed 3 live roaches on underside and inside wheel of cook line flip top cooler in kitchen
High priority/35A-05-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 10 dead roaches on ground behind chest freezer, 1 door stainless reach in freezer in front of cook line in kitchen. Observed 2 dead roaches in corner of kitchen next to prep table holding dry storage food items.
Basic/35A-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Jan 12, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 10, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 10 live roaches inside of electrical outlet located on ground under cook line flip top in kitchen. Observed approximately 10 live roaches on ground and going into wall behind chest freezer and 1 door stainless reach in cooler. Observed approximately 20 live roaches inside of wheels of cook line flip top cooler on cook line in kitchen. Observed approximately 10 live roaches on underside of cook line flip top cooler in kitchen.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 9, 2024 · Observed approximately 5 + live roaches inside of wheels/underside of cook line flip top cooler Time Extended/Return visit Jan 10, 2024 · Observed 5+ live roaches on underside of flip top cooler. Observed 2 live roaches behind reach in freezers in front of cook line Time Extended
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 30 dead roaches on ground under chest freezer across from cook line in kitchen. Observed approximately 50 dead roaches inside of control devices in between wall and electrical wires directly above chest freezer/toaster area in kitchen Observed approximately 15 dead roaches inside of control devices located on vent behind 1 door stainless reach in freezer across from cook line in kitchen. Observed 5+ dead roaches inside of door jam of oven on cook line in kitchen
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 9, 2024 · Observed 5+ dead roaches in establishment Time Extended/Return visit Jan 10, 2024 · Time Extended
Jan 9, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 10 live roaches inside of electrical outlet located on ground under cook line flip top in kitchen. Observed approximately 10 live roaches on ground and going into wall behind chest freezer and 1 door stainless reach in cooler. Observed approximately 20 live roaches inside of wheels of cook line flip top cooler on cook line in kitchen. Observed approximately 10 live roaches on underside of cook line flip top cooler in kitchen.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 9, 2024 · Observed approximately 5 + live roaches inside of wheels/underside of cook line flip top cooler Time Extended
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 30 dead roaches on ground under chest freezer across from cook line in kitchen. Observed approximately 50 dead roaches inside of control devices in between wall and electrical wires directly above chest freezer/toaster area in kitchen Observed approximately 15 dead roaches inside of control devices located on vent behind 1 door stainless reach in freezer across from cook line in kitchen. Observed 5+ dead roaches inside of door jam of oven on cook line in kitchen
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 9, 2024 · Observed 5+ dead roaches in establishment Time Extended
Jan 8, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 4 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 10 live roaches inside of electrical outlet located on ground under cook line flip top in kitchen. Observed approximately 10 live roaches on ground and going into wall behind chest freezer and 1 door stainless reach in cooler. Observed approximately 20 live roaches inside of wheels of cook line flip top cooler on cook line in kitchen. Observed approximately 10 live roaches on underside of cook line flip top cooler in kitchen.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed on vent behind chest freezer on cook line in kitchen
High priority/35A-23-4/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 30 dead roaches on ground under chest freezer across from cook line in kitchen. Observed approximately 50 dead roaches inside of control devices in between wall and electrical wires directly above chest freezer/toaster area in kitchen Observed approximately 15 dead roaches inside of control devices located on vent behind 1 door stainless reach in freezer across from cook line in kitchen. Observed 5+ dead roaches inside of door jam of oven on cook line in kitchen
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone stored with silverware, bags stored on prep table. Operator removed
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Aug 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
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. Chef placed cheese with bare hands on cooked potatoes then served. Chef washed hands and put gloves on.
High priority/09-01-4/Corrected On-Site
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Owner replaced Soap dispenser
Intermediate/31B-06-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.. Open cup of coffee on prep table. Employee discard item
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Under ice
Basic/29-11-4

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.