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TERRA FIAMMA

9169 W ATLANTIC AVE #100, Delray Beach FL 33446 · 561-495-5570

Last inspected Feb 19, 2026 · 12 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats150
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6020939
Grade history
JAN 24
AUG 24
OCT 24
AUG 25
FEB 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 4 live roaches inside of 4 way electrical outlet box directly next to steam table on cook line in kitchen. Observed 2 live roaches on chemical holder under triple sink in ware washing area
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

4 cases · $1,400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2025070025Aug 26, 2025Dec 10, 2025$400
2--2024047513Aug 14, 2024Sep 4, 2024$400
2--2022010689Jan 31, 2022Mar 23, 2022$200
2--2019025708May 16, 2019Jun 18, 2019$400

Inspection history

12 visits, newest first

Feb 19, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 18, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 can of marinara sauce dented across the sea. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-01-4/Warning
Live, small flying insects found Observed 3 small flying insects at bar flying around.
High priority/35A-02-7/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in cooler across from stove cooler across from stove; butter (49F). Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit overnight. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in cooler across from fryer cheese 42-45F. Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit less than four hours. Observed food stored past the fill line. Operator removed product on top and placed back into walk in cooler. Observed in cooler across from stove cooler across from stove; butter (49F). Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit overnight. See stop sale. Observed at wait station milk 64F. Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Per operator milk out of temperature for less than four hours. Observed milk stored on top of ice. Operator fully submerged in ice.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed milk in walk in cooler not date marked. Per operator milk was opened around 12:00pm yesterday. 24 hours have passed. Operator date marked 2/17/27.
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed in cooler next to rack shredded lettuce 45F at 12:20 to 46F at 12:55 (cooling since 10:00). At this current rate of cooling food will not reach 41F within 4 hours. Operator closed unit.
Intermediate/03D-15-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer at bar area.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at handwashing sink in kitchen.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fans soiled with dust at cook line.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed opened employee water bottle in cooler across from fryer with food in unit to be served to customers. Operator removed.
Basic/12B-13-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Aug 28, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 26, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed in flip top cooler diagonal from salad cooler; cooked vegetables 45F. Per operator food was made yesterday. Per operator food was in cooler overnight Observed cooling covered. See stop sale.
High priority/03D-02-5/Warning
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed in flip top cooler diagonal from salad cooler; cooked vegetables 45F. Per operator food was made yesterday. Per operator food was in cooler overnight Observed cooling covered. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-36-5/Warning
Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 8 small flying insects flying around in back of kitchen near storage area. Observed 4 flies flying around in dining area.
High priority/35A-02-7/Admin Complaint
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in flip top cooler raw chicken stored above raw clams. Operator stored raw chicken properly.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in steam table mashed potatoes 100-142F. Per operator food held in unit less than four hours. Observed food past the fill line. Operator took some of food on top and placed into microwave to reheat to 165F or higher.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator provided paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator provided soap.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning
Oct 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw calamari stored above cooked potatoes in 4 drawer reach in cooler. Operator reorganized
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzles, soda gun at bar soiled. Employees started to clean and sanitize
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Knives stored in cook line hand wash sink. Operator removed
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at pizza line hand wash sink. Operator provided
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles containing yellow/red substance not labeled. Operator labeled
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed on walk in cooler shelves. Operator removed and discarded
Basic/14-45-4/Corrected On-Site
Wall soiled with accumulated dust. Observed in ware washing area
Basic/36-27-5
Aug 16, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed above cook line
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 15, 2024 · Next unannounced Time Extended Corrective Action Taken
Equipment in poor repair. Salad station flip top door in poor repair
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 15, 2024 · Next unannounced Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor heavily soiled under cook line equipment
Basic/36-73-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 15, 2024 · Next unannounced Time Extended Corrective Action Taken
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets throughout soiled, wheels to cook line equipment heavily soiled
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 15, 2024 · New gaskets on order. Next unannounced Time Extended Corrective Action Taken
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at pizza line hand wash sink
Basic/29-20-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 15, 2024 · Next unannounced Time Extended
Aug 14, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 9 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

3 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored above raw fish in drawers under burners unit. Operator reorganized
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 4 live roaches inside of 4 way electrical outlet box directly next to steam table on cook line in kitchen. Observed 2 live roaches on chemical holder under triple sink in ware washing area
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed accumulation of roach excrement inside of 4 way electrical outlet box directly next to steam table on cook line in kitchen.
High priority/35A-23-4/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed above cook line
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 5 dead roaches roaches inside of 4 way electrical outlet box directly next to steam table on cook line in kitchen. Observed 2 dead roaches on ground under salad line flip top cooler in kitchen. Observed 1 dead roach on ground under prep sink in prep area in kitchen
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. Salad station flip top door in poor repair
Basic/14-11-5/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor heavily soiled under cook line equipment
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets throughout soiled, wheels to cook line equipment heavily soiled
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at pizza line hand wash sink
Basic/29-20-5/Warning
Mar 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 12, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. Per operator employees employed over 60 days
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Jan 18, 2024 · Discussed with operator. 52 Days Time Extended/Return visit Mar 12, 2024 · 3 Days Time Extended
Jan 18, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning/Return visit Jan 18, 2024 · Discussed with operator. 52 Days Time Extended
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. Per operator employees employed over 60 days
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Jan 18, 2024 · Discussed with operator. 52 Days Time Extended
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at right side cook line flip top cooler
Basic/29-49-6/Warning/Return visit Jan 18, 2024 · Service call in Time Extended Corrective Action Taken
Jan 10, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority6 Intermediate3 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. Main dishwasher tested at 0ppm. Operator set up triple sink at 400ppm quat and called for service
High priority/22-41-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Clam tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied. Operator replaced. Discussed proper tag maintenance with operator
Intermediate/01C-10-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda guns at bar soiled
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink at pizza station used as dump sink as evidenced by ice in hand wash sink. Discussed with operator
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at cook line hand wash sink. Operator refilled
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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. Per operator employees employed over 60 days
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal items stored in triple sink at bar
Basic/40-06-5/Warning
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at right side cook line flip top cooler
Basic/29-49-6/Warning
Aug 29, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw veal over cooked mussels. Walk In Cooler. Chef placed Beef on bottom Shelf
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over baine marie
Basic/12B-07-4
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses.
Basic/10-12-5
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Basic/21-12-4

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.