COVE CLUB
4328 NORTH FLAGLER DR, West Palm Beach FL 33407 · 561-851-0034
Last inspected Apr 28, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At cook line; butter (80F - Hot Holding). Operator stated butter was reheated prior to being held at room temperature for 2 days. See Stop Sale.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 28, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 26, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tuna Poke and Tuna Bun served with raw tuna not identified as being raw. Advised Operator to properly identify as being raw.
Feb 25, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Non-exempt fish (wild caught snapper) served raw in ceviche has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked (145F for 15 seconds) or discarded. Advised Operator of parasite destruction requirements.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At reach in cooler; raw shrimp stored over washed lettuce. Operator moved lettuce above raw shrimp.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tuna Poke and Tuna Bun served with raw tuna not identified as being raw. Advised Operator to properly identify as being raw.
Oyster tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied. Operator replaced tag.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance (cleaning chemicals) not labeled. Operator labeled.
Oct 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Dishwasher (Temperature less than 160F) Operator corrected: Dishwasher (Temperature 160+F)
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ahi Tuna Bun- as per chef, tuna not served fully cooked. Menu does not identify that this food item is covered by the consumer advisory.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dish machine. Operator provided.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked vegetables cooked 3 days not date marked. Operator date marked.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle of sanitizer. Advised operator to label.
Nov 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. At outdoor bar top; displayed cut/washed/ready to fruits on bar top with no cover. Operator covered displayed fruits.
Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched face/nose and then handled squeeze bottle to portion sauce into unwrapped portion cups and placed lids on portion cups. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands.
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee wiped hands on visibly soiled apron and then continued handling clean utensils and plates to prepare food for customers without washing hands. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At reach in freezer; opened bag of raw chicken stored over plastic wrapped cooked meat empanadas. Operator moved raw chicken to bottom shelf.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At cook line; butter (80F - Hot Holding). Operator stated butter was reheated prior to being held at room temperature for 2 days. See Stop Sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At cook line; butter (80F - Hot Holding). Operator stated butter was reheated prior to being held at room temperature for 2 days. See Stop Sale.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Dishwasher (Temperature 160F). Operator stated no measuring device available.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control (TPHC) to hold time/temperature control for safety food. At cook line; raw bacon held at room temperature, time mark applied. Operator stated held using time as a public health control, no written procedures available. Provided to blank form to Operator.
Jun 7, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Establishment is selling/serving snapper raw as ceviche; no proof of parasite destruction provided. Snapper must be fully cooked or discarded until Operator can provide proof of parasite destruction.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At upright stainless reach in cooler; raw tuna stored over ready to eat cut cabbage. Operator moved raw tuna below cut cabbage.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Oyster tags not marked with last date served. Advised Operator to mark tags with last date served.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Dishwasher (Temperature 160F) Operator stated no measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature, acquired measuring device during inspection.
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.
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. Provided employee reporting agreement.
Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area. Ice machine located outside establishment, publicly accessed area, overhead protection provided no locking device. Advised Operator to install locking device.
Oct 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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