MONARCH C C MAIN KITCHEN
1801 SW MONARCH CLUB DR, Palm City FL 34990 · 772.286.8447
Last inspected Jan 7, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At walk in cooler, baked beans (45F - Cold Holding); short rib au jus (48F - Cold Holding); not prepared or portioned today. Operator stated items held over 24 hours. See stop sale.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024063551 | Sep 6, 2024 | Feb 18, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jan 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Case of Lettuce stored on floor in walk in cooler. Chef elevated.
Lower shelf of prep table next to handwashing sink in kitchen soiled with food debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Manager replaced during inspection.
Jan 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Several items heat treated and stored in walk in cooler over 24 hours, without proper date marking. Advised operator that all items heat treated and stored over 24 hours require proper date marking.
Food stored on floor. At walk in cooler and walk in freezer, food stored on floor. Operator placed items on shelf.
Sep 6, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. At dry storage, 1 #10 can of cannellini beans dented at seam. See stop sale
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At walk in cooler, Raw bacon stored over ready to eat sauces. Advised operator of proper storage. Operator stored properly.
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. At walk in cooler, baked beans (45F - Cold Holding); short rib au jus (48F - Cold Holding); not prepared or portioned today. Operator stated items held over 24 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At walk in cooler, baked beans (45F - Cold Holding); short rib au jus (48F - Cold Holding); not prepared or portioned today. Operator stated items held over 24 hours. See stop sale.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. At kitchen, Clorox wipes stored over prep table. Operator removed.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. At dry storage, Co2 tanks not secured. Operator secured tanks
Mar 13, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed Mandarins and peach cans dented to seam of can.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed Raw chicken not in commercial packaging over raw pork at walk in freezer. Operator stored properly.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed Bleach sanitizer spray bottle stored next to scoops in buckets at cold station area. Operator stored properly.
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. Observed Cooked turkey and cooked potatoes no date mark at walk in cooler. Per operator, products prepared on 3/9. Per operator, products are being discarded today.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed Scoops in buckets used to dispense rice and flour with food debris and tape stuck to scoop at cold station area. Operator washed utensils.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer bucket quat 0ppm. Operator corrected to 400ppm.
Sep 29, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 22, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dish machine chlorine sanitizer, 0ppm, main kitchen. Advised operator to do all sanitizing in 3 compartment sink until corrected.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed Raw scallops over cooked turkey legs, main kitchen walk in cooler. Cooked turkey legs not in commercial packaging. Operator stored properly.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed No Paper towels for hand wash sink tiki lounge. Operator provided paper towels.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Sauté pans not inverted on storage rack in main kitchen. Operator stored properly.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed cooking Utensils stored in dirty drawer soiled with food debris, main kitchen. Advised operator to clean and sanitize drawer and utensils.
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