DARBSTER
8020 S DIXIE HWY, West Palm Beach FL 33405 · 561.459.4871
Last inspected Feb 12, 2026 · 4 visits since February 2024
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4 inspections, swinging between A and F. 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
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024070913 | Oct 4, 2024 | Jan 9, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Feb 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. broccoli cheddar soup (50F - Cooling) in deep filled covered container in walk in cooler for more than 6 hours overnight, per operator. See stop sale.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked sweet potato dated 1/29 in walk in cooler. See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. broccoli cheddar soup (50F - Cooling) in deep filled covered container in walk in cooler for more than 6 hours overnight, per operator. See stop sale.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Pint container with no handle stored in cauliflower in reach in cooler. Plastic Soufflé cup with no handle stored in roasted garlic in walk in cooler.
Mar 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee touching his soiled cellphone then put on gloves to cut vegan wings without washing hands. Explained and he washed hands.
Oct 4, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority2 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. Dishwasher chlorine 0 ppm. Before starting the machine for chlorine test. Dishes on dish rack were already in the machine. Washing dishes. Chlorine sanitizer container was empty. Manager changed the container. Tested chlorine 0 ppm. Explained and primed the machine. Tested again 0 ppm. Machine not dumping the wash water. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization (3-compartment sink) until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee used stepping ladder get container from top shelf then folded soiled step ladder with hands. After fording ladder he took clean jug to get ice and water for thermometer calibration. Prior to washing hands. Explained and he washed hands.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. vegan chicken prepared on 09/20,Vegan chicken parmigiana prepared on 09/27, Lasagna prepared on 09/25 all not consumed within 7 days of preparation.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. vegan chicken 45-46 f prepared on 09/20,Vegan chicken parmigiana prepared on 09/27, Lasagna prepared on 09/25
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Coleslaw 52 f prepared on 10/02, vegan chicken 45-46 f prepared on 09/20
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Coleslaw 52 f prepared on 10/02, vegan chicken 45-46 f prepared on 09/20
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Cleaning spray bottle stored on prep table next to cooked lasagna. Explained and manager removed the bottle
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For chlorine
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.
Food stored on floor. 2 boxes of oil stored on floor by outside walk in cooler.
Feb 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 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 0ppm, air in the line. Operator purged line 100ppm.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength 0ppm in prep area. Operator set up fresh solution @ 75ppm.
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.