PITA LEE
15280 JOG ROAD, Delray Beach FL 33446
Last inspected Feb 5, 2026 · 7 visits since July 2023
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≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.12-1-25. Operator renewed at time of inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $960
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2019019032 | Apr 2, 2019 | May 2, 2019 | $280 |
| 2--2015031105 | May 6, 2015 | Aug 7, 2015 | $680 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Feb 5, 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
Hot time/temperature control for safety food received at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed soup 128-136F hot holding. Per operator food held out of temperature less than four hours. Observed not enough water in steam table. Operator added more water.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.12-1-25. Operator renewed at time of inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed scrubber stored inside handwashing sink at cook line. Operator removed.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer at top of ceiling.
Aug 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in walk in cooler Raw turkey over chickpeas. Operator removed.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container stored inside handwashing sink. Operator removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of ice machine soiled with food debris or dirt.
Mar 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in walk in freezer ice buildup on top of ceiling.
Jan 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed in dry storage area one can of pickles dented. See stop sale.
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. Observed at dish machine, Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator corrected to Dishwasher (Chlorine 100 ppm)
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. #1 Observed in flip top cooler next to hand wash sink chicken nuggets stored next to raw chicken. Operator stored chicken nuggets properly. # 2 Observed in flip top cooler next to hand wash sink raw beef stored over chicken nuggets. Operator stored properly.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in reach in cooler next to handwashing sink raw chicken stored next to raw beef. Operator stored properly.
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. Provided operator with big 6 poster.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed in handwashing sink dish scrubber and rag in handwashing sink. Operator removed.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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 operator with employee health reporting agreement.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in walk in freezer ice buildup on top of ceiling.
Jul 31, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Oct 27, 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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Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Reviewed with operator and provided
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Pizza slicer stored in water of 75°F. Operator removed and moved to ware washing area. Discarded water
Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. Operator removed knives
Jul 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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.