PALM BEACH PIZZA
6901 OKEECHOBEE BLVD C-3, West Palm Beach FL 33411 · 561-697-8030
Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At kitchen steam well, marinara sauce (130F - Hot holding). Operator stated items held for approximately 2hours. Advised operator to reheat item to 165F. Operator turned on steam well to reheat.
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,080
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023020202 | Mar 13, 2023 | May 3, 2023 | $200 |
| 2--2019034163 | Jun 21, 2019 | Jul 26, 2019 | $480 |
| 2--2016003029 | Dec 29, 2015 | Feb 15, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 11, 2026Call 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
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
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.
Aug 10, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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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, tomato sauce (54F - Cold Holding); cut melon (51F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (51F - Cold Holding); meatballs (57F - Cold Holding); chicken wings (55F - Cold Holding); lasagna (57F - Cold Holding); lentil soup (55F - Cold Holding); bean soup (55F - Cold Holding); chicken soup (54F - Cold Holding); meat sauce (55F - Cold Holding) At cook line flip top cooler low boy, cut tomatoes (57F - Cold Holding); diced ham (57F - Cold Holding), not prepared or portioned today. Operator stated items held in units over 4 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At walk in cooler, tomato sauce (54F - Cold Holding); cut melon (51F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (51F - Cold Holding); meatballs (57F - Cold Holding); chicken wings (55F - Cold Holding); lasagna (57F - Cold Holding); lentil soup (55F - Cold Holding); bean soup (55F - Cold Holding); chicken soup (54F - Cold Holding); meat sauce (55F - Cold Holding) At cook line flip top cooler low boy, cut tomatoes (57F - Cold Holding); diced ham (57F - Cold Holding), not prepared or portioned today. Operator stated items held in units over 4 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At kitchen steam well, marinara sauce (130F - Hot holding). Operator stated items held for approximately 2hours. Advised operator to reheat item to 165F. Operator turned on steam well to reheat.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. No written plan for pizza by the slice.
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. At walk in cooler, several food items-Soups, cooked lasagna, pasta, cooked chicken prepared onsite and held over 24 hours not date marked.
Food stored on floor. At walk in cooler, pot of pizza sauce stored on floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Heavy ice buildup in chest freezer.
Mar 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At walk in cooler, raw shell eggs stored over deli meats and sauces. Advised operator of proper storage. Operator stored correctly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At pizza station, cut tomatoes (56F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (48F - Cold Holding), not prepared or portioned today. Operator stated items held out of temperature approximately 1 hour. Advised operator of cold holding parameters. Operator placed ice onto items to quick chill.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. No written plan for pizza by the slice on time control. Provided form to operator.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. At walk in cooler, No date marking on pastas, sauces, soups, cooked chicken wings prepared onsite and held over 24 hours. Advised operator of proper storage for foods prepared onsite and held over 24 hours.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing grease cutter unlabeled. Operator labeled bottle.
Oct 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Pizza slices held on time not marked at pizza prep table. Per operator, items were held for less than 4 hours. Operator applied time marked.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. pizza sauce (72F - Cooling for 1 hour at 3:25, 71F at 3:45) in deep covered container in walk in cooler. Operator removed covering to help increase cooling rate.
No soap provided at handwash sink left of fryer. Operator refilled.
Stored food not covered. Stored raw chopped beef uncovered in reach in freezer.
Mar 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese pizza (92F - Hot Holding) Observed on counter in kitchen. Per operator, out of temperature for approximately 15 minutes. Advised operator to use time control. Operator placed time mark for remaining 3.75 hours. Time control procedure emailed to operator.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. chicken wings (85F - Cooling) at 2:37; cooling since 2:22 - 82 F at 3:02 Observed in deep covered container on counter in kitchen. At current rate of cooling product will not reach 70F within 2 hours. Operator placed chicken wings in shallow container and put in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Walk in cooler: Sausage, lasagna made 3/6, chicken wings made 3/7 missing date marks. Operator dated all products.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Degreaser spray bottle not labeled by flat top grill. Operator labeled properly.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portion cups used as scoop for sugar and salt.
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil stored on floor underneath oven.
Nov 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food stored on floor. At walk in cooler - soda bottles stored on floor- operator moved off floor.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Pizza boxes stored on floor- operator moved off floor.
Mar 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink- operator provided.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. At walk in cooler Cooked pasta made Monday 03/25/24 not date marked - operator date marked.
Nov 13, 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 written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. No written plan for pizza slices.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. At storage shelf near front counter - cigarettes, and phone stored over utensils- operator removed.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water- near prep area- operator removed water.
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