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2800 N MILITARY TRAIL STE 117, West Palm Beach FL 33409 · 561-727-8318
Last inspected Jun 8, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At walk-in freezer inside large box; raw comminuted beef stored on top of portioned plastic bag of raw whole muscle pork. Operator rearranged storage inside box. Operator moved raw comminuted beef to
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $2,700
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025026063 | Feb 6, 2025 | Apr 24, 2025 | $1,500 |
| 2--2024047414 | Jul 17, 2024 | Oct 2, 2024 | $800 |
| 2--2022055442 | Nov 16, 2022 | Jan 6, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jun 8, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License displayed expired on December 1 2025
Apr 8, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee come in from dining area put gloves on and began preparing customer order. Advised operator about proper hand washing.
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handle lounge chair then placed on gloves and engaged in cutting scallions without washing hands. Advised operator on proper hand washing technique.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container with no handle used to dispense brown sugar. Operator removed.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License displayed expired on December 1 2025
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box single serve portion cups and lidsstored in contact with kitchen floor.
Working containers of food granulated sugar removed from original container not identified by common name.
Aug 11, 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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Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched face and hair and then handled clean utensils and equipment without washing hands. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands.
Hand wash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Kitchen hand wash sink used to thaw frozen shrimp. Operator removed shrimp.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance (cleaning chemical) not labeled. Operator labeled.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. At walk-in cooler; unwashed jalapeño and unwashed limes stored over cooked beef broth. Advised Operator to move unwashed produce below ready to eat items.
Feb 6, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority3 Intermediate0 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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator primed machine multiple times, retested at chlorine 50ppm.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee entered kitchen through rear exit and then handled clean equipment and utensils and dishes to prepare/serve food without washing hands. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands.
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched garbage can while repositioning and then handled raw shrimp while preparing without washing hands. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At walk-in freezer; portioned plastic containers of raw pork stored over opened case of ready to spring roll shells. Operator moved raw pork to different shelf.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At walk-in freezer inside large box; raw comminuted beef stored on top of portioned plastic bag of raw whole muscle pork. Operator rearranged storage inside box. Operator moved raw comminuted beef to
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Cleaning chemical spray bottle hanging on shelf directly over opened bag of flour. Operator removed.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. At Right side flip top cooler; cut meatballs (49F - Ambient Cooling 10:45am/50F 11:15am). Operator stated meatballs were cut 10 minutes prior, cooling in overfilled pan on make top, at this rate will not reach 41F within 4 hours, moved overfilled portion to walk-in to facilitate faster cooling.
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. 3 employees present and engaged in food preparation/handling, all employed for more than 120 days, proof provided for only one employee. Advised Operator all employees working longer than 60 days are required to have/show proof of state approved food handler training.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Thuy Pham certified 4/1/21, expired 4/1/24 IFSEA.
Jul 24, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 17, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Employee medicine over food preparation area and over clean utensils. Operator removed
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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) Operator primed machine and retested at chlorine 0ppm Advised Operator to set up triple sink to chlorine 100ppm to manually sanitize dishes.
Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Employee washed hands in triple sink, dried with soiled wiping cloth, then began handling clean utensils to prepare/serve food. Discussed with employee, who then washed hands at hand wash sink and dried with paper towels.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At White Chest Freezer; Plastic 1/6 pan of raw shrimp stored on top of ready to eat spring roll shells. Operator removed raw shrimp
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Cleaning chemical stored over beans Operator removed
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Reviewed Big 6/symptoms with Operator.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Raw shrimp stored in handwashing sink Operator removed
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. Provided reporting agreement Employee signed during inspection
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.
Feb 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At white chest freezer; opened bag of raw shrimp stored on top of uncovered pan of ready to eat spring roll shells. Operator moved raw shrimp.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At walk-in cooler; raw pork stored over ready to eat spring roll filling. Operator moved raw pork to lower shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At Cook line left side flip top cooler; cooked noodles (58F - Cold Holding). Operator stated not prepared or portioned today, being held in bowl above make top portion of cooler for 2 hours, moved to reach in cooler. At Cook line; house made beef broth (54F - Cold Holding). Operator stated not prepared or portioned today, being held in pot at room temperature for 2 hours, moved to walk-in cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. At dry storage area; spray bottle containing "cleaning chemicals" stored over clean cutlery and unwrapped single service napkins. Operator moved "cleaning chemicals".
Sep 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator primed machine, retested at chlorine 50ppm.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At kitchen; hand wash sink used to store container and defrost duck. Operator removed.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. At kitchen; accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. At kitchen ceiling over dry storage; ceiling tile(s) missing insulation exposed.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. At cook line; soiled dry wiping cloth in use on cutting board. Operator removed.
Stored food not covered. At walk-in cooler; pot of pork broth stored cold holding uncovered. Operator covered.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. At kitchen hand wash sink; duck defrosting at room temperature. Operator moved to walk-in cooler.
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