NINO'S RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA
13900 JOG RD STE 201, Delray Beach FL 33446 · 561.499.3988
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 7 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections within 17 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored above raw beef in walk in cooler. Operator reorganized
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.... 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 at 4:05 pm cut lettuce 64F in tall reach in cooler at salad station, lettuce was cut 11:30 am.
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 at 4:05 pm cut lettuce 64F in tall reach in cooler at salad station, lettuce was cut 11:30 am. Stop sale issue. Employee discarded food.
Clam, mussel tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection... cooling pasta 75F with covered in reach in cooler. Took another temperature after about 25 minutes, it was same temperature at 75F, employee uncovered food and removed to walk in cooler.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime...can opener blade, slicer blade and exterior slicer. Employee cleaned can opener blade
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked....pizza sauce, pasta, lasagna, soup, sauce with day marked not date marked at walk in cooler.... gravy was prepared 2 days ago, pizza sauce yesterday morning at walk in cooler. Employee properly date marked.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink at dishwashing area.
Stored food not covered...multiple sauce, gravy in walk in cooler. Employee covered.
Feb 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touch soiled cloths with gloves on and then proceeded to touch clean utensils to stir marinara sauce with pour changing gloves or washing hands. Discussed with operator. Employee washed hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter chips 43-46F. Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Observed food stored past the fill line. Operator moved to another cooler to quick chill.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils stored in handwashing sink in kitchen. Operator removed.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between cracks of equipment at flip top cooler. Operator removed.
Oct 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw calamari stored over sliced tomatoes in reach in cooler next to fryer. Operator stored raw calamari properly.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a scrubber and can opener stored in handwashing sink. Operator stored items properly.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Ice cream not covered in reach in freezer.
Feb 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in flip top cooler #2 eggplant (50F - Cold Holding). Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit less than 4 hours. Operator moved foods to walk in cooler to quick chill. Observed at Prep station cooler; butter chips (51F - Cold Holding). Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit less than four hours. Operator moved food to walk in cooler to quick chill. Advised operator to use time control for butter chips.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed in handwashing sink by kitchen a scrubber and spray bottle found inside. Operator removed.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle near wait station area not labeled. Operator labeled glass cleaner.
Jul 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored above raw beef in walk in cooler. Operator reorganized
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 2 door low top at espresso station: milk (48F); cream (50F) being held in unit for less than 2 hours. Operator moved to walk in cooler
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at hose Bibb next to triple sink with hose attached
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. meatballs cooling for approximately 45 minutes (2:55) (90F-99F - Cooling); meatballs (3:30) (90F-99F - Cooling) being cooled on speed rack at room temperature. Operator moved speed rack to walk in freezer. Discussed proper cooling with operator
Food stored on floor. Pan of cooked lasagna stored on floor in walk in cooler. Operator moved to shelf
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/reach in cooler. Observed at 1 door glass in kitchen. Observed at 2 door low top at espresso station. Discussed with operator
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at 2 door low top at espresso station
Oct 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Bread stored in direct contact with can liner. Discussed with operator
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef/chicken stored above raw fish in right side cook line flip top cooler. Operator reorganized
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. minestrone soup (126F - Hot Holding) employee states soup was reheated on stove and moved to steam table for hot holding. Item has been in steam table for approximately 1 hour. Operator reheated to 165°F
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Ware washing hand wash sink blocked by items, items stored in hand wash sink. Operator made accessible
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at reach in coolers throughout
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at pizza line flip top
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed at ware washing hand wash sink
Jul 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. HWS next to 3CS
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
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.