ORION FRESH MEDITERRANEAN
1880 N CONGRESS AVE UNIT 108, Boynton Beach FL 33426 · 561-336-3772
Last inspected Jul 8, 2026 · 8 visits since February 2024
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JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. walk in cooler: cooked lamb (63F - Cooling) at 11:10; cooling since 4pm on 7/7. Observed in deep covered container. Educated operator on proper cooling methods. See stop sale.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $760
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025066577 | Aug 12, 2025 | Oct 8, 2025 | $600 |
| 2--2025003157 | Nov 5, 2024 | Feb 26, 2025 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. walk in cooler: cooked lamb (63F - Cooling) at 11:10; cooling since 4pm on 7/7. Observed in deep covered container. Educated operator on proper cooling methods. See stop sale.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. walk in cooler: cooked lamb (63F - Cooling) at 11:10; cooling since 4pm on 7/7. Observed in deep covered container. Educated operator on proper cooling methods. See stop sale.
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Tomato paste dented to seam of can.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. yogurt sauce (63F - Cold Holding) Observed in portion cups stocked above fill line of pan at reach in cooler at customer make table area. Per operator, not prepared or portioned today. Per operator, out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes. Advised operator to place in lower portion of cooler.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled with food debris. Operator cleaned and sanitized can opener blade.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Degreaser spray bottle not labeled at triple sink.
Jan 15, 2026Inspection 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 paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At prep kitchen area.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed Sanitizer spray bottle not labeled by front line area. Operator labeled properly.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 50ppm) Operator primed line to dispenser, rechecked 400ppm quaternary sanitizer.
Aug 12, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 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 0ppm. Operator set up triple sink.
French fries stored on floor next to reach in freezer. Operator moved French fries on a shelf.
Aug 1, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 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 0ppm. Operator set up triple sink.
Raw lamb stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat feta cheese in walk in cooler. Operator reversed.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Self service pina colada dispenser with mold like substance in dining area.
French fries stored on floor next to reach in freezer. Operator moved French fries on a shelf.
Feb 26, 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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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink, splitter added to mop sink faucet.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at front counter.
Container with no handle used to dispense chick peas in walk in cooler. Operator removed container.
Raw chicken and sliced onion stored on floor in walk in cooler.
Nov 5, 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
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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.
Sep 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized 100ppm at triple sink air in the line Operator primed 200ppm.
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.
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. 4 employees have not received any food safety training. Emailed form to operator. Operator printed forms and all employees signed.
Employee personal cell phone stored in or above a food preparation area, on cook line. Employee removed phone.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength 0ppm at front counter. Operator set up fresh solution 200ppm.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor in dish area. Operator placed on a shelf.
Feb 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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