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LINE CARIBBBEAN RESTAURANT

214 SE 2 ST, Delray Beach FL 33483 · 561-270-2128

Last inspected Oct 14, 2025 · 6 visits since July 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats38
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6023007
Grade history
JUL 24
FEB 25
AUG 25
OCT 25
≈ ERRATIC

4 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects found.... 4 live flying insects flying in the garbage can in kitchen, 2 live flying insects flying in kitchen. 3 flying insects flying around utensils in storage area in kitchen by the exit door.
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2025059706Aug 7, 2025Dec 1, 2025$400

Inspection history

6 visits, newest first

Oct 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findings
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit...hot holding beans 124F, chicken 128 F in steam table being held less than an hour, employee higher temperature thermostat.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing....stored bleach gallon in handwashing sink at kitchen. Employee removed
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Incorrect chemical test (Quaternary Ammonium)kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Establishment using chlorine.
Intermediate/16-32-5
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink...all handwashing sink, employee provided
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Intermediate/05-08-4
shelves underneath prep table with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner...broken reach in cooler door and gasket at kitchen.
Basic/14-10-4
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4
Rinse solution not maintained clean. Employee drained water.
Basic/16-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover at kitchen.
Basic/14-20-4
The state's own report →
Aug 8, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
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/Warning/Return visit Aug 8, 2025 · Time Extended
Aug 7, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 14 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

4 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Food with mold-like growth...heavy mold build up inside container with food (marinated dressing for meat) at dry storage and tomato paste at reach in cooler. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-07-4/Warning
Live, small flying insects found.... 4 live flying insects flying in the garbage can in kitchen, 2 live flying insects flying in kitchen. 3 flying insects flying around utensils in storage area in kitchen by the exit door.
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found.... Approximately 100 rodent droppings on floor, underneath reach in freezer, shelving in dry food storage area in kitchen. Approximately 60 rodent droppings on kitchen floor underneath reach in freezer, reach in cooler,3 compartment sink and cooking equipment in kitchen. 9 rodent droppings on flour container lid. 4 rodent droppings on rice container lid. 2 droppings on food container lid at dry storage area in kitchen. Approximately 15 droppings on cleaned container in kitchen.
High priority/35A-04-4/Warning
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.... Food with mold-like growth...heavy mold build in marinated container at dry storage and tomato pest at reach in cooler.
High priority/01B-13-4/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing...stored utensils in handwashing sink at front line.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths...,Quaternary Ammonium
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink...both sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Warning
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/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris...through out kitchen.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Hole in or other damage to wall in kitchen behind cooking equipment.
Basic/36-24-5/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust...heavy soiled build up in handwashing sink at kitchen.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Objectionable odors in kitchen of the establishment.
Basic/36-64-5/Warning
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present....torn screen, broken door. Door left opened.
Basic/35B-05-4/Warning
Plumbing system in disrepair...broken handwashing at kitchen.
Basic/29-08-4/Warning
Feb 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-05-6
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observe at bathroom.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. I printed form and employee sign.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observe at rear door.
Basic/35B-01-4
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottles of vinegar stored on the floor in the kitchen
Basic/08B-38-4
Jul 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 11, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Basic/51-13-4/Warning
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment.
Basic/29-27-4/Warning

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.