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JIMMY JOHNS

1911 S FEDERAL HWY STE 1250, Delray Beach FL 33483 · 5612482741

Last inspected Jun 5, 2026 · 9 visits since January 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats22
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6021359
Grade history
OCT 24
JUN 25
AUG 25
JAN 26
JUN 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 27 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $360

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2025011152Dec 16, 2024Jul 1, 2025$160
2--2019012432Feb 27, 2019Apr 9, 2019$200

Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Jun 5, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit...calibrated thermometer 35F, calibrated 40F
Intermediate/05-06-4/Return visit Jun 5, 2026 · Not provided Time Extended
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured...2 co2 tanks by the walk in cooler.
Basic/51-11-4/Return visit Jun 5, 2026 · Not secured Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.... Leaking water from ceiling throughout establishment.
Basic/36-32-5/Return visit Jun 5, 2026 · Not repaired Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in prep station by the dishwashing area.
Basic/36-34-5/Return visit Jun 5, 2026 · Not cleaned Time Extended
Jun 4, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.... Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit..... rotisserie chicken 49F, tuna salad 49F, tzatziki sauce 47F, pasta 48F in flip top reach in cooler. Food not prepped or portioned today, food being held more than 4 hours.... Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours....observed 3:39 pm cut tomatoes 50F in reach in cooler. Per operator food was prepped 9 am. Food being held over 4 hours. Stop sale issue. Operator discarded food.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit..... rotisserie chicken 49F, tuna salad 49F, tzatziki sauce 47F, pasta 48F in flip top reach in cooler. Food not prepped or portioned today, food being held more than 4 hours. Stop sale issue. Operator discarded food.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours....observed 3:39 pm cut tomatoes 50F in reach in cooler. Per operator food was prepped 9 am. Food being held over 4 hours. Stop sale issue. Operator discarded food.
High priority/03D-06-5
Handwash sink used for other than handwashing....some food evidence in handwashing sink
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit...calibrated thermometer 35F, calibrated 40F
Intermediate/05-06-4
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured...2 co2 tanks by the walk in cooler.
Basic/51-11-4
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.... Leaking water from ceiling throughout establishment.
Basic/36-32-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in prep station by the dishwashing area.
Basic/36-34-5
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris... underneath shelvings at walk in cooler.
Basic/36-73-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust in both handwashing sink. Employee cleaned.
Basic/23-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator hang up.
Basic/42-01-4/Corrected On-Site
Jan 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food...employee putting gloves to removed food without washed hands. Employee washed hands after discussion.
High priority/12A-07-5/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit....roast beef 49F in flip top reach in cooler across, over stored food. Food not prepped or portioned today, food being held less than 4 hours. Employee lower food from the container.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed...employee cleaning slicer with Comet ( bleach ++++200 ppm ). Employee cleaning withe water and then will sanitize..
High priority/41-18-4/Corrective Action Taken
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/...Anthony Montes ServSafe expired 2/17/25
Intermediate/53A-03-7
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink or wiping cloths. Quaternary ammonium
Intermediate/16-37-1
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...
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Aug 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...turkey 49F, roast beef 45F in flip top cooler at front line, over stock food, food being held less than 4 hours, employee lowered amount.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler...no light at storage/ office area.
Basic/38-04-4/Repeat Violation
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength....quaternary ammonium 00 ppm... employee unable to correct violation due working on the water line.
Basic/21-08-4
Aug 4, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area. Operator stated lights were hit by lightning 2 weeks ago. New light fixture was ordered.
Basic/38-05-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Not provided Time Extended
Jun 2, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee went outside upon returning he put gloves on without washing hands. Employee went to wash his hands.
High priority/12A-16-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license 12.1.24. License renewed during inspection.
High priority/50-17-3/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4/Warning
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/ Anthony Montes 2.17.20 service safe.
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
In-use scoop not stored with handle above the top of tuna salad at front counter. Operator removed scoop.
Basic/10-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area. Operator stated lights were hit by lightning 2 weeks ago. New light fixture was ordered.
Basic/38-05-4/Warning
Dec 16, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning/Return visit Dec 16, 2024 · Not provided Admin Complaint
Oct 15, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored...bleach spray bottle, glass cleaner spray bottle stored in prep station by the meat slicer. Employee removed
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles....bleach spray bottle chlorine 200++++ppm. Employee removed
High priority/41-15-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled...bleach spray bottle, employee discarded
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first...underneath shelving at walk in cooler.
Basic/36-06-4/Warning
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
Walk-in cooler wall with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Warning
Jan 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4

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.