RAMEN LAB EATERY WEST BOCA
20449 SR 7 UNIT A5, Boca Raton FL 33498
Last inspected Jan 14, 2026 · 6 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Rice; (47F - Cold Holding) longer than six hours
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024055209 | Aug 14, 2024 | Oct 10, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Jan 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board near wall in cooler has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee's coffee stored on prep table. Operator removed.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Sep 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Rice; (47F - Cold Holding) longer than six hours
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice; (47F - Cold Holding) Rice; (47F - Cold Holding) rice was made the day before put to cool covered, did not reach 41°F within six hours Rice; (47F - Cold Holding) Stop sale
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.ice machine has a mold like substance by the ice chute
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No disposal unit in lady's room with a lid.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container with flour not labeled. Manager labeled container
Feb 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by garbage can Operator removed garbage can
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Operator discard drinks.
Aug 14, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Observed raw salmon over ready to eat sauce by cooler near triple-sink. Operator proper stored items.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed tofu with a date of 7/31/24 in reach in cooler. Advised operator of the seven day use, issued stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep line cooked corn (49F - Cold Holding); boiled eggs (47F - Cold Holding); butter (64F - Cold Holding). Operator moved TCS items to walk in cooler. These items were not prepped or portioned today. Items were placed there less than fours as per operator.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter at mop sink with no vacuum breaker. Advised operator to put one on as soon as possible.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots and food container lids upright and exposed. Operator properly stored.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on food storage containers at dish drying rack at triple-sink. Advised operator how to properly store.
Food stored on floor. Observed chicken broth on floor in walk-in cooler and boba tea syrup on floor at front station.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed produce over ready to eat sauces at reach in cooler by triple-sink. Operator of properly stored items.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket on floor at triple sink operator removed from floor, refilled new bucket for sanitizer and stored properly.
Aug 16, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over ready to eat foods. Manager moved chicken to bottom shelf
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Two door flip top cooler on cook line at cabbage, cooked chicken, cooked beef (44-46F - Cold Holding), manager said no items are left in unit overnight, and items in unit less than two hours, moved items to walk in freezer to cool quickly and called for maintenance
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vent in kitchen with a accumulation of dust.
Aug 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Chef removed paper towels
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Two door flip top cooler on the cook line at cabbage, bean sprouts (49-50F - Cold Holding), manager moved items to walk-in cooler and called for maintenance
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Chef removed bowl
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