BRIDGE CAFE
814 E ATLANTIC AVE, Delray Beach FL 33483 · (561) 403-5581
Last inspected Jul 15, 2026 · 17 visits since February 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
5 cases · $2,400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2021038577 | Aug 13, 2021 | Oct 22, 2021 | $800 |
| 2--2021026290 | May 26, 2021 | Jul 8, 2021 | $400 |
| 2--2017017191 | Mar 29, 2017 | Jul 11, 2017 | $400 |
| 2--2016019599 | Apr 12, 2016 | May 9, 2016 | $400 |
| 2--2015021911 | May 7, 2015 | Jun 16, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
17 visits, newest first
Jul 15, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
Recorded at 1716 CORPORATE DR, Boynton Beach — this licence has since moved.
3 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) Observed with empty container of chlorine sanitizer. Operator put new container of chlorine sanitizer, rechecked 50ppm.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw tuna over fully cooked chicken not in commercial packaging at walk in freezer. Raw chicken over blintze sauce and fresh raspberries not in commercial packaging at white reach in freezer. Raw salmon over hot dogs. Operator stored all products properly.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Roasted garlic made 6/29 at walk in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By dish machine.
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Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked rice made 7/13 no date mark.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing taco sauce (cooked onions) at ambient temperature
Mar 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container...guacamole covered by paper towel. Operator removed paper towel.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.... Ham 63F, corn beef 49F, American cheese 40F, Swiss cheese 51F, chicken salad, roasted pepper 49F in flip top both reach in cooler. Operator stated that food being about 15 minutes to cleaning coolers. Operator removed food to reach in freezer to cooling fast. Corrective Action TakenRepeat ViolationWarning**
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 and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Single serve butter 72F in reach in cooler at expo line, food being room temperature to serve customers. Butter being held less than 4 hours. Operator discarded food.
Jan 29, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 1716 CORPORATE DR, Boynton Beach — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black mold like substance on interior plastic plate of ice machine.
Jan 21, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 3 high priority.
Recorded at 1716 CORPORATE DR, Boynton Beach — this licence has since moved.
3 High priority1 Intermediate2 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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 10ppm) Advised operator to sanitize via triple sink with quaternary sanitizer at 200-400ppm.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed Raw smoked salmon not in commercial packaging over prosciutto at stainless reach in freezer. Raw chicken not in commercial packaging over soy beans at white reach in freezer. Operator stored all products properly.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm) Operator dumped out and added fresh water to chlorine sanitizer. Rechecked, 100ppm chlorine sanitizer.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk opened on 1/18 not date marked at walk in cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black mold like substance on interior plastic plate of ice machine.
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil stored on floor by rear entrance to kitchen.
Oct 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 21, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate1 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 over 400 ppm according to concentration comparison chart.
Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded....smoked salmon. Operator call US food and provided.
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...sausage 56F, ground sausage 53F, cheeses 55F, ham 56F, grilled onion 54F, green mix 56F, cut tomatoes 54F in flip top reach in cooler at kitchen and butter 76F in room temperature at server station, food not prepped or portion today, food being held more than 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...sausage 56F, ground sausage 53F, cheeses 55F, ham 56F, grilled onion 54F, green mix 56F, cut tomatoes 54F in flip top reach in cooler at kitchen and butter 76F in room temperature at server station, food not prepped or portion today, food being held more than 4 hours. Stop sale issue. Employee discarded food.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times...blocked big garbage can. Operator removed.
Ambient air thermometer not located in the warmest part of the cold holding unit.
Jul 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 1716 CORPORATE DR, Boynton Beach — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to cook line. Operator provided.
Apr 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 1716 CORPORATE DR, Boynton Beach — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Smoked salmon needs identification.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Mar 13, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
Recorded at 1716 CORPORATE DR, Boynton Beach — this licence has since moved.
2 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw smoked salmon stored over and not properly separated from ready-to-eat cooked shrimp in walk in cooler. Operator removed salmon.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed 200+ppm chlorine. Operator set up fresh solution at 75ppm.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Garbage can in front of sink. Operator removed garbage can.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 1 employee, working here more than 60 days. Reporting form signed at last inspection.
Spray bottle containing windex not labeled in dish area. Operator labeled
Dec 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 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. The hose and the detergent hose were switched. The hoses were corrected. 100ppm Chlorine
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. The smoked salmon was not indicated on the menu. The operator marked on the menus.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine kit for the dish machine
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. On the storage rack, in the bucket of flour, a quart container was stored inside and used to dispense the product. The item was removed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Next to the cook top range, a container of 71F water with utensils stored in it. The utensils were removed and cleaned. The container was removed
Nov 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 1716 CORPORATE DR, Boynton Beach — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority5 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times blocked by a garbage can next to triple sink. Operator removed garbage can.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at entrance to kitchen. Operator provided.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. 1 new employee started 2 weeks ago and has not received any food handler training. Emailed form to Manager, he printed the form and had new employee sign it.
No soap provided at handwash sink. On cook line and at entrance to kitchen. Operator provided.
Spray bottle containing cleaner not labeled in dish area. Operator discarded.
Jun 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 1716 CORPORATE DR, Boynton Beach — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Apr 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe at Lowboy; sour cream (48F - Cold Holding). Operator left out and move to other refrigerator.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. I emailed operator form.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Apr 2, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink or wiping cloths.
Mar 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 1716 CORPORATE DR, Boynton Beach — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Walk in cooler - pooled eggs (frittata mix) over brie - operator moved eggs to lower shelf.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Demi glaz, Asiago,sauce, cauliflower sauce no date marks.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Operator removed fly catchers from above dish station.
Feb 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
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Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands...server washed hands after discussion
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....single serve butter 75° at coffee station, food not prepped or portion today, food being held more than 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit....single serve butter 75° at coffee station, food not prepped or portion today, food being held more than 4 hours. Stop sale issue. Employee discarded butter
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times...blocked by big garbage can. Employee moved.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing...dumped ice, straw in handwashing sink. Employee cleaned.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink or wiping cloths.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.... Packaging information removed before use or thawing... employee removed fish.
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.