ENIGMA BISTRO & WINE BAR
2717 N FEDERAL HWY, Delray Beach FL 33483 · 561.243.6377
Last inspected Aug 25, 2026 · 7 visits since January 2024
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 18 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area...3 fly in kitchen,flying around. Operator eliminated with spray and closed back door. Back door by the kitchen.
★ 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--2022001070 | Nov 23, 2021 | Feb 18, 2022 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized....chlorine 00ppm.. operator added chlorine to make 100 ppm.
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...operator used non commercial dishmachine. Operator discontinued dishmachine.
Metal stem-type thermometer soiled..operator cleaned.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food...raw coconut shrimp above soup in reach in cooler. Operator properly stored.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime...slicer blade, ricotta cheese container. Employee cleaned
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked...tomato sauce, tomato soup, pasto, soup, rice in reach in cooler. Food was cooked 2 &3 days ago. Operator date marked
Clicer exterior soiled. Operator cleaned
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues at kitchen
Dec 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands...smoked and then handled cleaned utensils. Washed hands after discussion
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food...raw fish above cooked vegetables, raw chicken above cooked beef in reach in coolers. Operator properly stored
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing...container stored in handwashing sink at kitchen. Operator removed.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues...heavy soiled, slimy build up in reach in cooler at kitchen.
Water leaking from pipe underneath 3 compartment sink.
Oct 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food with mold-like growth...tomato sauce at reach in cooler. See stop sale. Operator discarded.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition..... Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked...tomato sauce, pesto in reach in cooler, operator not determined how long ago food was prepped/ cooked....Food with mold-like growth...tomato sauce at reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.....frozen pre cooked vegetables 45F in flip top reach in cooler, food not prepped or portion today, food being held less than 4 hours. Operator removed food to another acceptable cooler.
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....cooked ribs in reach in freezer.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked...tomato sauce, pesto in reach in cooler, operator not determined how long ago food was prepped/ cooked. Stop sale issue. Operator discarded food. Spicy butter was prepped two days ago in reach in cooler. Operator date marked
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at bar
May 6, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized....chlorine 00 ppm. Operator corrected it at chlorine 100 ppm.
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...in hose dish machine in the premises, operator stated he didn't use this machine. Recommend operator removed Dishmachine at previous inspection...chlorine 00 ppm... temperature not turned black
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized in triple sink. Recommend operator sanitized utensils.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food...raw fish above sour cream at tall reach in cooler, raw chicken above cooked potatoes in flip top reach in cooler at kitchen. Operator properly stored.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked...multiple soup, sauce, cooked vegetables was cooked 2 and 3 days ago at reach in cooler, walk in cooler. Operator date marked.
Nov 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized...chlorine 00 ppm.. operator corrected at 50 ppm.
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.....in house used dishmachine in the premises, operator stated he didn't use this machine. Recommend operator removed Dishmachine.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food...raw calamari above yuca crequcata in reach in cooler. Operator propstored.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit....butter 47F by the bread station, food not prepped or portion today, food being held less than 4 hours, operator removed to cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing....stored pitchers, spatula in handwashing sink at bar, operator removed.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked...chicken stock was cooked two days ago, clam chowder was cooked 3 days ago at walk in and reach in cooler. Operator date marked.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized...operator corrected on side.
Stored food not covered...rice, sauce, chicken stock,pasta in walk in cooler.
container with no handle used to dispense food in rice at walk in cooler. Operator removed.
Apr 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate1 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 rice 47F, pasta 46F in walk in cooler,cooling deeper than 4 inches container. Per operator food was cooked yesterday. Stop sale issue. Operator discarded food.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area...3 fly in kitchen,flying around. Operator eliminated with spray and closed back door. Back door by the kitchen.
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....cooked rice 47F, pasta 46F in walk in cooler,cooling deeper than 4 inches container. Per operator food was cooked yesterday.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit...cooked to serve hot holding pork chops 77F, steak 78F at kitchen being held less than 4 hours. Operator time marked
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked...any cooked or prepped TCS food not date marked at reach in cooler and walk-in cooler stating over 24 hours. Operator date marked
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food in rice, chicken stock at walk in cooler. Operator removed container.
Jan 24, 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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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged...raw chicken above tomato sauce in reach in freezer. Operator properly stored.
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...chicken soup, onion soup in reach in freezer. Operator date marked.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked...prepared yesterday over 24 hours salsa, tomato sauce, cilantro sauce, rice in reach in cooler, walk in cooler. Operator date marked.
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