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
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst 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.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 3 high priority.
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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.
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.
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.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. At dish area, pots and pans not properly stored.. Wet nesting.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. At dry storage area- one dented can of queso - see stop sale.
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.
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.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of bleach stored over pans at storage area.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At bakery area- handwash sink blocked by karts - operator removed.
No soap provided at handwash sink- operator provided.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
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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)
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.
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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)
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. At walk in cooler- unwashed tomatoes over cut cabbage.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Observe ice machine surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observe in walk-in 3
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
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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. Observe person in charge did not have any way to test high temperature dishwasher with termo lables or high temperature dishwasher 152°F
Observe ice machine surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observe ice scoop on top of ice machine.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observe in walk-in 3
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. At dry storage area- dented can of jalapeños - see stop sale.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
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