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PGA NATIONAL RESORT (BANQUETS)

400 AVENUE OF THE CHAMPIONS, Palm Beach Gardens FL 33418 · 305-789-2763

Last inspected Mar 16, 2026 · 9 visits since January 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats500
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6005852
Grade history
MAY 24
DEC 24
FEB 25
NOV 25
MAR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.

Worst finding on record
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. High temperature sanitizer is not properly sanitizing. Advised operator to set up three compartment sink to wash rinse, sanitize all dishes until dish machine is repaired.
High priority/22-49-4/Warning
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Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Mar 16, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 16, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. At walk in cooler, cooked black beans (46F - Cooling); chicken Demi (50F - Cooling) operator stated items placed into unit since previous day exceeding 6 hours. Items did not reach 41F within 6 hours. See stop sale.
High priority/03D-02-5/Warning
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. At walk in cooler, cooked black beans (46F - Cooling); chicken Demi (50F - Cooling) operator stated items placed into unit since previous day exceeding 6 hours. Items did not reach 41F within 6 hours. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-36-5/Warning
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. High temperature sanitizer is not properly sanitizing. Advised operator to set up three compartment sink to wash rinse, sanitize all dishes until dish machine is repaired.
High priority/22-49-4/Warning
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. At dish area, pots and pans not properly stored.. Wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4/Warning
Nov 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. At dry storage area- one dented can of queso - see stop sale.
High priority/01B-01-4
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled clean dishes then proceeded to handle clean dishes without washing their hands- educated operator- employee washed their hands.
High priority/12A-13-4/Corrective Action Taken
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Atcwalk in freezer - raw smoked salmon not commer packaged stored over cooked peas- educated operator- employee removed and stored properly.
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site
Feb 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. At walk in cooler - Raw fish 45F at 2:15 to 44F at 2:35 ( cooling since 10:30) raw steak 45F at 2:15 to 44F at 2:35 ( cooling since 10:30)- at current rate of cooling food will not reach to 41F within 4 hours- operator placed in walk in freezer to quick chill.
High priority/03D-06-5/Corrective Action Taken
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of bleach stored over pans at storage area.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At bakery area- handwash sink blocked by karts - operator removed.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink- operator provided.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Dec 12, 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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Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Dishwasher (Temperature 132F)
Intermediate/22-56-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Dec 12, 2024 · Observed dish machine at 135F. Admin Complaint
Dec 11, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Dishwasher (Temperature 132F)
Intermediate/22-56-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. At walk in cooler- unwashed tomatoes over cut cabbage.
Basic/08B-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
May 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Observe ice machine surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning/Return visit May 8, 2024 · Time Extended
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observe in walk-in 3
Basic/14-17-4/Warning/Return visit May 8, 2024 · Time Extended
May 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.

0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observe person in charge did not have any way to test high temperature dishwasher with termo lables or high temperature dishwasher 152°F
Intermediate/22-56-4/Warning
Observe ice machine surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observe ice scoop on top of ice machine.
Basic/10-12-5/Warning
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observe in walk-in 3
Basic/14-17-4/Warning
Jan 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. At dry storage area- dented can of jalapeños - see stop sale.
High priority/01B-01-4
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Intermediate/01C-03-4

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.