TOOJAY'S DELI
2504 SE FEDERAL HWY, Stuart FL 34994 · 561-659-9011
Last inspected Aug 12, 2026 · 12 visits since October 2023
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AUG 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 34 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -1 small flying insect in wait station. Operator will remove and monitor.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025009689 | Dec 9, 2024 | Feb 27, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 12, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 11, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 5 small flying insects flying above prep counter next to closed container of breads and crawling on hand wash sink counter Operator cleaned and sanitized area and removed small flying insects
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee lunch box stored over food in walk in cooler Operator removed
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink at serving station
Feb 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory on nova platter menu
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. In back kitchen
Stored food not covered. Observed bread on prep shelf with no cover Operator provided covering
Oct 2, 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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Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler at cook line and at frontier counter reach in cooler
Oct 1, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 5 small flying insects flying around and above breads and bread slicer at front prep counter in kitchen.
Whole meat roast hot held at less than 130 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed whole roast corn beef roast (123F-hot holding) inside hot box unit at front prep counter. Per operator, items placed inside hot box unit and left out of temperature for approximately 1 hour. Operator closed hot box door all the way and turned heat element to bring temperature up.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed at front prep area reach in cooler- smoked salmon and white fish platter inside sealed plastic container wrapped in plastic at 55F - Cooling at 10:00 since 9:00-55F at 10:30) At current rate of cooling, food with not reach 41F within 4 hours. Operator removed plastic wrap and lid and placed platter inside walk in cooler to quick chill.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed clean food container at prep table soiled with slime in back kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a pair of soiled plastic gloves inside hand wash sink in kitchen,operator removed.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Observed Food boxes stored on floor of walk freezer
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler at cook line and at frontier counter reach in cooler
Jun 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. corned beef (51F - Cold Holding) Observed in overstocked pan at flip top cooler on cook line. Per operator, not prepared or portioned today. Per operator, held in cooler overnight. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. corned beef (51F - Cold Holding) Observed in overstocked pan at flip top cooler on cook line. Per operator, not prepared or portioned today. Per operator, held in cooler overnight. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. butter (75F - Hot Holding) Observed in pan at server beverage station in dining room. Per operator, out of temperature for approximately 2.5 hours. Operator elected to voluntarily discard product.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. At server beverage station in dining room.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Peroxide surface cleaner spray bottle not labeled in dining room. Operator labeled properly.
May 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee handle dirty food processor at triple sink, then proceed to put on new pair of gloves and handle bag of peppers and begin food preparation with out washing hands first. Operator educated employee to wash hands correctly.
Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 2 small flying insects flying over prep table at deli with un-covered loaves of bread, clean food slicer and single service food items. Operator exterminated and sanitized area thoroughly at time of inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee dump cup of ice water inside hand wash sink at server station. Operator cleaned hand sink at time of inspection.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors spoiled at multiple areas of cook line floor underneath reach in coolers and fryers.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use cooking Utensils in standing water 118F at cook line flat top. Operator discarded.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee Water bottle inside low boy reach in cooler at deli counter. Operator removed.
Stored food not covered. Observed bread loaves uncovered at deli counter table. Operator stored items inside plastic container.
Dec 9, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate3 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 portioned chicken above plant burger Advised operator who fixed
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. At Walk-in Cooler; Raw Salmons thawed without opening since yesterday See stop sale
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. At Reach-in Cooler; burger (53F - Cold Holding) Per operator not prepared or portioned today Per operator held in cooler overnight See stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At Reach-in Cooler; burger (53F - Cold Holding) Per operator not prepared or portioned today Per operator held in cooler overnight See stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At Steam Table; mushroom gravy (119F - Hot Holding) Per operator held at steam table less than an hour. Operator moved to stove top to reheat to 165+F
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. At Walk-in Cooler: Several items (eg. cooked macaroni) prepared more than 24hours not date marked Advised operator
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All 30 Employees Training expired since 09/05/2024-Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. In kitchen near exit
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. At Walk-in Cooler; Raw Salmons thawed without opening since yesterday See stop sale
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Throughout establishment floors not clean
Jul 25, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 24, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. tuna (45F - Cold Holding); Shepard pie (50F - Cold Holding); liquid eggs (50F - Cold Holding); ham (50F - Cold Holding); cheddar cheese (50F - Cold Holding); turkey (60F - Cold Holding); beef patties (47F - Cold Holding); Ruben's (47F - Cold Holding); in first and third reach in coolers on cook line. Not prepped or portioned today. in unit over four hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. tuna (45F - Cold Holding); Shepard pie (50F - Cold Holding); liquid eggs (50F - Cold Holding); ham (50F - Cold Holding); cheddar cheese (50F - Cold Holding); turkey (60F - Cold Holding); beef patties (47F - Cold Holding); Ruben's (47F - Cold Holding); in first and third reach in coolers on cook line. Not prepped or portioned today. in unit over four hours. hot dogs (49F - Cold Holding); in first reach in cooler across from cook line. Removed from cooler less than four hours ago. Placed back in cooler. Not prepped or portioned.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Near waffle machines
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Avocados contain stickers flip top cooler across from cook line
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Deli reach in cooler
Apr 2, 2024Inspection 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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Cook cracked raw shell eggs and then touched ready-to-eat grilled vegetables without washing hands and changing gloves. Cook washed hands and changed gloves.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw smoked salmon over leaf lettuce in front prep area. Operator reversed.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Grilled vegetables 99°F-104°F left out on cook line prep table. Cook stated cooked 1/2 hour ago. Cook reheated vegetables to 197°F.
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. Salmon 37°F in walk in cooler not removed from package. Removed from freezer last night. Operator removed package.
Oct 16, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -1 small flying insect in wait station. Operator will remove and monitor.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -sterno on shelf above bottled beer. Operator relocated.
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. -Operator had all employees on site read and sign today. All other employees will read and sign on their next shift. All new employees must read and sign on first day.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -slight build of of substance on surface at rear of ice bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. -top of machine. Operator cleaned.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -behind equipment on cook line.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. -old date stickers on some metal pans.
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