H J O'CONNOR'S INC
210 NE 2 ST, Delray Beach FL 33444 · 561.703.8513
Last inspected Mar 31, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
JAN 24
OCT 24
APR 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Live, small flying insects found..... 6to 7 small flying insects flying around in bar, by the hand's washing sink... 3 small flying insects flying around at dishwashing area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Mar 31, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Mar 30, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority7 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found..... 6to 7 small flying insects flying around in bar, by the hand's washing sink... 3 small flying insects flying around at dishwashing area.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature...raw sea food with raw chicken in same container at walk in cooler. Employee properly stored
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation......chicken soup date mark Med 3/17, gravy 3/17/, curry sauce 3/22 in walk in cooler. See stop sale issue. Employee discarded food.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition...Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation......chicken soup date mark Med 3/17, gravy 3/17/, curry sauce 3/22 in walk in cooler
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing...stored spray bottle in handwashing sink at bar. Employee removed
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink or wiping cloths...chlorine
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked... shapered pie without date marked. Food was cooked 3 days ago at walk in cooler. Employeedate marked.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled....degreaser spray bottle. Employee labeled.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured...several area. Employee make it secured
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
Water leaking from pipe from 3 compartment sink.
Oct 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority4 Intermediate0 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....sloopy joes 47F in walk in cooler, stacked pan, food was cooked yesterday. Stop sale issue. Employee discarded food.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized...employee washing dishes in prep sink. Advised employee use three components sink.
Liquor stored in ice used for drinks at bar. Employee discarded ice.
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....sloopy joes 47F in walk in cooler, stacked pan, food was cooked yesterday.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing...stored baking paper in handwashing sink at kitchen. Employee removed and sanitized.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at kitchen, bar. Employee provided.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked...chicken salad, tuna salad, beef stew, cooked pork in walk in cooler. Employee date marked.
Jul 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 19, 2025Call 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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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/ expired 1.16.2025
Apr 15, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 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/ expired 1.16.2025
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Kitchen dispenser not functioning.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed in ice machine. Operator cleaned and sanitized during inspection.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. No 2025 Restaurant license displayed.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Walk in cooler needs ambient thermometer.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of to go cups directly on kitchen floor. Operator relocated to shelf.
Jan 3, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels at kitchen.
Oct 25, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food stored in ice used for drinks...Red Bull can in drink ice at bar. Employee discarded ice. See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.... Food stored in ice used for drinks...Red Bull can in drink ice at bar. Employee discarded ice
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times...blocked by beer boxes at kitchen. Employee removed.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels at kitchen.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked...lasagna, cheese sauce meatballs, roast beef, tuna salad, ground beef at walk in cooler, some cooked or prepped 2 days ago, some over 24 hours. Employee date marked.
Jan 17, 2024Inspection 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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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime...heavy grease build up exterior and interior fryer.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels at kitchen.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked....toco meat, tuna salad, marinara sauce, corn beef in walk in cooler, per operator food was cooked 2 days ago. Operator date marked
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Oct 11, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Cook touched the bread while preparing a sandwich with bare hands. Cook went to put gloves on.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times, food stored in hand sink next to triple sink. Cook removed food.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Cook provided paper towels.
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Calibrated thermometer with cook.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Meet sauce and pasta in walk in cooler has no date mark.
Tomatoes stored on floor in walk cooler. Cook placed on a shelf.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at bar.
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