TAYLOR BEACH HOUSE CAFE
9126 SE BRIDGE RD, Hobe Sound FL 33455
Last inspected Dec 18, 2025 · 8 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between C and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 5 small flying insects landing on box of unwashed avocados in outside back dry storage shed. Operator removed avocados to sanitize.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024042810 | Jul 25, 2024 | Aug 19, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Dec 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 5 small flying insects landing on box of unwashed avocados in outside back dry storage shed. Operator removed avocados to sanitize.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shrimp removed from commercial packing stored over ready to eat French fries and ice cream in white reach in cooler at cook line- chef stored properly
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed par cooked beef flat bread stored over ready to eat lettuce inside walk in cooler Operator stored foods properly
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at main kitchen Chef provides paper towels
Food stored on floor. Observed potatoes stored on floor of walk in cooler Chef removed
Aug 20, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate2 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) Chlorine sanitizer empty. Operator placed new bucket of sanitizer, chlorine sanitizer 50ppm.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed Raw Ground beef over raw fish at pullout drawers at grill station, raw ground beef over raw whole beef strip loin and raw shell eggs at outside walk in cooler. Educated operator on proper storage procedures. Emailed safe storage chart to operator.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Walk in cooler: Sloppy joe (cooked beef) made 8/12, seafood chowder 8/12, black beans 8/12.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked rice (115F - Hot Holding); clam chowder (112F - Hot Holding) Observed at steam table with water well below product fill line. Per operator, out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes. Operator placed back on stove and oven to reheat to 165+F
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. By fryer station: beer batter (egg) (59F - Cooling) at 11:35; cooling since 10:40 - 59F at 12:07; milk dredge (49F - Cooling) at 11:36; cooling since 10:40 - 49F at 12:07 Observed on ice bath on counter in kitchen. At current rate of cooling product will not reach 41F within 4 hours. Per operator, out of temperature for approximately 1 hour. Advised operator to use time control. Advised operator to time stamp product for remaining 3 hours. Time control procedure emailed to operator.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Prep/storage table blocking hand wash sink in dish area.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in sanitizer buckets and dishmachine. Chlorine test kit is for pools and spas. Educated operator on proper test kit.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink in dish area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Walk in cooler: Tomato basil soup made 8/17, short ribs made 8/17 no date mark.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. At reach in chest freezer on cook line.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand wash sink turned off due to water leaking on floor from drain pipe in dish area.
Dec 5, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 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. Observed Raw fish and raw shrimp over cooked pasta pull out drawers on cook line. Raw shrimp not in commercial packaging over sweet potato at fries chest freezer on cook line. Raw shrimp not in commercial packaging over fully cooked clams at reach in freezer in outdoor area. Operator stored all products properly.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed Raw ground beef over raw fish at pull out drawer on cook line. Operator stored properly.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed cooked Black beans made 11/22 at walk in cooler. Sees stop sale.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Bodily fluids procedure emailed to operator.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink in dish area.
Jul 25, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 24, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 17 violations recorded, 6 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
6 High priority3 Intermediate8 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 0ppm. Container empty.
Live, small flying insects in outside, food preparation area food being prepped outside. 3 live small flying insects on cutting board outside prep are. 2 live small flying insects landing on food slicer outside. 1 live small flying insects on sanitary cloth outside on prep table. No screens provided.
Raw chicken over comminuted beef not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature in walk in cooler.
Raw shell eggs stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat coleslaw dressing in walk in cooler. Raw fish over ginger in walk in cooler.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 20+ rodent droppings on top of dish machine. 2 rodent droppings on drain board of dish machine. 10+ rodent droppings under pressure cooker in dish area.
Rodent rub marks present along walls from hole in the wall next to security box in dish area.
Food-contact surface tomato dicer, cutting boards soiled with food debris, flies landing on equipment, outside prep area. Prep area not protected.
Handwash sink in dish area not accessible for employee to use at all times blocked by a shelf and drain disconnected. Hand sink must be reconnected and made accessible for dish washers.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Food being prepped outside no screens or walls, flies present no hand washing sink. No outside cooking equipment.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing to the left of pressure cooker.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water under hand sink next to back door.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under shelf's in storage container.
Hole in the wall next to security system in dish area.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in flour in outside storage container.
Objectionable odors in kitchen and dining room.
Reuse of single-service seafood containers for herbs in walk in cooler.
Stored rice not covered in outside storage container.
Mar 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw ground beef, raw fish over cooked chicken in drawer under grill. Cook reversed.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Snapper in walk in cooler #2 39°F-41°F removed fro freezer 2 days ago. See stop sale.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. 200+ chlorine on cook line. Cook set up fresh solution at 75ppm.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at cook line. Cook provided.
No soap provided at handwash sink at cook line. No soap available. Cook provided.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Tuna 34°F-35°F in drawers under grill, removed from freezer last night, not removed from vacuum package. Cook removed package. Snapper in walk in cooler #2 39°F-41°F removed fro freezer 2 days ago. See stop sale.
Food being prepared outside. Prep cook cutting carrots outside in the back. Prep cook went inside to cut carrots.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit 78°F on cook line. Cook heated water to 166°F.
Stored salmon not covered in reach in freezer in back room. Operator covered.
Jul 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris- at dishwasher area.
Food stored on floor- container with stock in walk-in cooler at cook line Operator stored properly
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust- all gaskets at reach in coolers and drawers at cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues- all coolers at cook line
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink at cook line
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.