PHO 16
2905 N MILITARY TRL STE E, West Palm Beach FL 33409 · 702-301-2681
Last inspected Apr 7, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed on speed rack in walk-in cooler raw chicken stored above raw beef. Operator stored correctly.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025025285 | Jan 30, 2025 | Apr 2, 2025 | $400 |
| 2--2023058920 | Oct 3, 2023 | Oct 30, 2023 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Apr 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed in walk-in freezer raw beef not commercially packaged stored over containers of broth. Operator stored correctly
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed on speed rack in walk-in cooler raw chicken stored above raw beef. Operator stored correctly.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed in walk-in cooler in deep covered pan Cooked chicken 67F@ 3:30 cooling since 2:00 rechecked 67F. At this rate food will not cool to 41F. Operator separated into into two pans.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop wet nesting in mop bucket.
Jul 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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 visibly soiled wiping cloth and then handled clean equipment and utensils to prepare food for customers without washing hands. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands.
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Employee touched washed basil while removing from reach in cooler, placing directing on top of plated dish with bare hands. Operator discussed with employee, discarded basil, put on gloves.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. At Flip top cooler; cooked shrimp (62F - Cooling 11:10/62F 11:35). Operator stated cooling since 10:00am, overfilled in pan on make top, at this rate will not reach 41F within 6 hours, moved to walk-in to facilitate faster cooling.
Jan 30, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate0 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. Employee entered kitchen through rear exit door and then handled clean equipment and utensils to prepare food at cook line 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; raw beef and raw pork stored over house made/packaged cooked chicken stock. Operator moved chicken stock.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At low boy glass door reach in cooler; raw shell eggs stored over washed/cut lettuce. Operator moved raw shell eggs to lower shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control (TPHC) has no time marking. At cook line; cooked rice noodles, no time mark. Operator stated held for 1 hour, applied time mark.
Aug 15, 2024Inspection 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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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At walk-in freezer; raw chicken and raw pork stored over house made/packaged buckets of chicken broth. Advised Operator to move raw items below ready to eat.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At kitchen hand wash sink; no paper towels. Paper towels used for hand wash sink stored across kitchen over prep table/food storage. Operator moved paper towels to hand wash sink.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Establishment offers steak served rare, no consumer advisory. Provided consumer advisory to Operator. Operator posted.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. At prep area; uncovered cooked rice noodles stored under paper towels used after hand washing. Operator removed paper towels.
Mar 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At double glass door low boy reach in cooler; raw shell eggs stored over washed/cut carrots. Operator moved raw shell eggs to bottom shelf.
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. At prep area; cooked noodles, no time mark. Operator stated being held 1 hour, applied appropriate time mark.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. At dry storage area; cleaning chemical stored over bags of rice. Operator removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At kitchen hand wash sink; no paper towels. Operator provided paper towels.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. At wait station sliding glass door reach in cooler; interior/ bottom shelf soiled with accumulated soil residues. Operator cleaned/sanitized.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. At triple sink; raw calamari thawing in standing water. Operator turned on cold running water.
Oct 3, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At walk-in cooler; raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); raw beef (50F - Cold Holding); bean sprouts (49F - Cold Holding). Operator stated items not prepared or portioned today, being held in walk-in 2 hours, moved items to reach in cooler/walk-in freezer.
Oct 2, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At walk-in cooler; raw chicken (50°F - Cold Holding); raw beef (50°F - Cold Holding); bean sprouts (49°F - Cold Holding). Operator stated items not prepared or portioned today, being held in walk-in 2 hours, moved items to reach in cooler/walk-in freezer.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. At front line ice machine; accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. At walk-in freezer; ice buildup on floor.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. At front line; single service forks not stored inverted. Operator inverted.
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