FIRST WATCH #0489
5022 CHAMPION BLVD, Boca Raton FL 33496 · 561-354-7358
Last inspected Mar 3, 2026 · 6 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed at flip top cooler #1: cheese (49F) Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit less than 4 hours. See stop sale.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025073185 | Sep 8, 2025 | Oct 23, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Mar 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed bananas with stickers on them after preparation. Operator removed.
Sep 8, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. Observed employee washed dirty bowl and then proceeded to remove dishes from dishwasher that has been sanitized. Discussed with operator. Employee washed hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed already cracked raw eggs stored over cooked bacon in walk in cooler. Operator removed.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in flip top cooler #2 raw salmon (43-51F). Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit less than four hours. Observed food stored past the fill line. Operator chose to discard food out of temperature with time left. Observed in flip top cooler #2 waffle batter (51F);. Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit less than four hours. Operated placed below reach in cooler to quick chill. Corrected On-SiteCorrective Action TakenRepeat ViolationAdmin Complaint**
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. eggs Benedict not labeled under consumer advisory. Operator labeled with sharpie.
Mar 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. Observed employee touch pants and then proceeded to food preparation without changing gloves and washing hands. Operator advised employee to wash hands.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed at flip top cooler #1: cheese (49F) Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit less than 4 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at Flip top cooler #2; sausages (42-65F). Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit less than 4 hours. Observed food past the fill line. Operator placed food out of temperature in another container moved below cooler to quick chill. Observed at flip top cooler #1: cheese (49F) Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit less than 4 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control marked with a time that exceeds the 4-hour limit. Observed time mark machine improperly setup due to time zone change. Butter time marked 10:34-2:34 instead of 9:34 to 1:34. Operator contacted IT, and all time marking is correct.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at grill cooked potatoes (117-138F - Hot Holding). Food held on grill less than 4 hours. Observed top of food out of temperature. Operator flattened out potatoes so that all parts touch the surface.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in women's bathroom. Operator provided.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.Observed employee electrolytes bottle on dish rack. Operator removed.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at dry storage area coffee lids not protected. Operator used clean garbage bags to protect the coffee lids.
Jul 19, 2024Inspection 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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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee use hand wash sink to obtain water for grits, discussed with employee, operator
Dec 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Served employee handling cell phone with gloved hands then proceed to handle utensils, food items without changing gloves. Discussed with operator
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. Cooked potatoes on cook line, butter at wait station have no time marking. Operator states items have been out for 2.5 hours. Operator time marked items
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink next to beverage station at wait station. Operator made accessible
Jul 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Chef put on beard guard
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Manager sanitize and placed bucket in another bucket
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.