CJ S SPORTS BAR AND GRILL
5020 ATLANTIC AVE, Delray Beach FL 33484 · 561 499 0800
Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
AUG 24
FEB 25
JUL 25
MAR 26
AUG 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12-1-25.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2022014130 | Feb 22, 2022 | Apr 13, 2022 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 11, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 5, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours...cooked turkey 55F in middle reach in cooler by the exit door at kitchen. Per manager food was cooked yesterday. Stop sale issue. Manager discarded.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food...cheese with raw ground beef chicken in walk in cooler. Manager properly stored.
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...turkey 52F in flip top reach in cooler in double container. Food not prepped or portioned today, manager not determined how long food being out of temperature....Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours...cooked turkey 55F in middle reach in cooler by the exit door at kitchen. Per manager food was cooked yesterday.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...turkey 52F in flip top reach in cooler in double container. Food not prepped or portioned today, manager not determined how long food being out of temperature. Stop sale issue......, chicken salad 45F, marinara sauce 44F in tall reach in cooler by the fryer.... Cooked chicken 49F in tall middle reach in cooler by the exit door.... Cheese 45F, shredded cheese 46F in walk in cooler. Per kitchen manager food not prepped or portioned today, food being held less than 4 hours.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at kitchen. Manager provided.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
container with no handle used to dispense food in multiple sauce, cheese in reach in cooler. Manager discarded containers
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack...ice scoop stored directly top of ice machine. Manager properly stored.
Mar 4, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12-1-25.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soil residue on door handle of walk in cooler.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with grease.
Oct 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 31, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at bar area. Operator labeled windex.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed pool cues stored on top of soda boxes. Operator removed.
May 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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/
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on oven door handle. Operator stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled on cook line with food debris and grease.
Aug 29, 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
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Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Operator cleaned and sanitized
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Can of wd40 stored on dry storage shelf. Operator properly stored
No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under cook line equipment
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dry storage shelving soiled
Nov 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Pan of raw burger stored on top of case of unwashed tomatoes in walk in cooler. Operator reorganized
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bar hand wash sink used as dump sink as evidenced by buildup of ice in hand wash sink. Discussed with operator
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar hand wash sink. Operator refilled
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed at cook line hand wash sink. Operator will replace dispenser
Ceiling tile missing. Observed in walk in cooler section
Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. Discussed with operator. Operator removed knives
Jul 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap.
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.