OSTINE'S FINGERS TASTE RESTAURANT INC
4576 CRESTHAVEN BLVD 35C, West Palm Beach FL 33415
Last inspected Jun 17, 2025 · 5 visits since July 2024
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
JUL 24
APR 25
JUN 25
≈ ERRATIC
3 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 2 live, small flying insects on opened package(s) of salted fish. See Stop Sale.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025032769 | Apr 16, 2025 | Oct 20, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Jun 17, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Ostine Jean.
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.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Jun 17, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Ostine Jean.
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.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Apr 17, 2025Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 12/1/2024. Advised Operator to renew license.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Ostine Jean.
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.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Apr 16, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 17 violations recorded, 6 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
6 High priority7 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 17 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found. Approximately 30 live, small flying insects inside mobile food dispensing vehicle flying around/landing on equipment/utensils/unwashed produce. 2 live, small flying insects on opened package(s) of salted fish. See Stop Sale. Advised Operator to eliminate live, small flying insects.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 12/1/2024. Advised Operator to renew license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At reach in cooler; raw shell eggs stored over cooked turkey. Advised Operator to store raw below ready to eat.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 2 live, small flying insects on opened package(s) of salted fish. See Stop Sale.
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 storage container on top of reach in cooler; raw snapper (62F - Cold Holding). Operator stated held at room temperature overnight. See Stop Sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At storage container on top of reach in cooler; raw snapper (62F - Cold Holding). Operator stated held at room temperature overnight. See Stop Sale.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cook top/cutting board/reach in cooler interiors soiled. Advised Operator to clean and sanitize.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink blocked by storage of multiple items. Operator removed.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Ostine Jean.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided paper towels.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided soap.
Food stored on floor. Unwashed carrots and onions stored on floor. Advised Operator to store at least 6" off floor.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. All outer doors held open, live, small flying insects
Jul 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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.