LUFF'S FISH HOUSE
390 E PALMETTO PARK RD, Boca Raton FL 33432 · 561-367-1566
Last inspected Dec 12, 2025 · 11 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 38 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Temperature 0). Set up Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm)
★ 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--2024047049 | Jul 15, 2024 | Sep 4, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Dec 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
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. Employee handled dirty plates in dishwashing area, before handling clean cutting board without washing hands. Advised operator of proper hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp stored over container of coleslaw in walk in cooler. Advised operator of proper storage. Operator moved raw shrimp.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Behind bar, handwashing sink with perforated pan inside, used as a dump sink. Advised operator of handwashing sink is to be used solely for handwashing. Operator removed pan from sink.
Stored food not covered. Behind the bar, ice cubes in silicone container not covered. Advised operator to put covering over ice when stored.
Aug 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked garlic in oil (64F - Cold Holding); on cook line. Out less than four hours. Not prepped or portioned today. Placed back into cooler
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/
Feb 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 27, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. Dishwasher (Temperature 0). Ran multiple times. Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm) set up.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw scallops over cooked peppers in reach in cooler drawers on cook line Removed
Sep 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 16, 2024Call 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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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.
Jul 15, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate2 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 potatoes (54F - Cooling); cooked tomato sauce (49F - Cooling); gumbo (48F - Cooling); in walk in cooler. Not prepped or portioned. In unit over four hours. Food did not reach 41F within 6 hours.
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. Set up Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm). Dishwasher (Temperature 0)
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. ribs (49F - Cold Holding); wings (48F - Cold Holding); cut watermelon (49F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler. Not prepped or portioned. In unit over hour hours. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. cooked potatoes (54F - Cooling); cooked tomato sauce (49F - Cooling); gumbo (48F - Cooling); in walk in cooler. Not prepped or portioned. In unit over four hours. Food did not reach 41F within 6 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. ribs (49F - Cold Holding); wings (48F - Cold Holding); cut watermelon (49F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler. Not prepped or portioned. In unit over hour hours.
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.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup as scoop in pasta
Equipment in poor repair. Two Cracked plastic containers on drying rack Walk in cooler door not sealing and closing
Feb 13, 2024Assigned to InspectorRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 26, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Temperature 0). Set up Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm)
Oct 18, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Temperature 0). Set up Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chipotle dressing (54F - Cold Holding); citrus dressing (54F - Cold Holding) in prep area. Operator states dressings contain fresh garlic and oil. Not prepped or portioned. Out of unit less than four hours. Ice bath made.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Avocados with stickers
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Cook line
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour Sugar
Aug 3, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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