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309 CLEMATIS ST, West Palm Beach FL 33401
Last inspected Jul 24, 2026 · 14 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 71 points better than where it started.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach at wall between cookline and expo in down stairs kitchen. Operator killed and sanitized wall.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,500
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025026663 | Mar 18, 2025 | Aug 7, 2025 | $400 |
| 2--2021006528 | Jan 5, 2021 | Apr 21, 2021 | $800 |
| 2--2015027693 | May 18, 2015 | Sep 25, 2015 | $300 |
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Jul 24, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Ceiling tile missing. Observed by beer walk-in refrigerator
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed a few broken tiles by walkin refrigerators.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed ceiling vent soiled with dust Observed by beer walk-in refrigerator.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef defrosting at room temperature on sheet pan in kitchen. Operator placed in sink under running cold water.
Jul 16, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm);. Operator set up 3 compartment sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed by beer walk-in refrigerator
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed in employee bathroom.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed a few broken tiles by walkin refrigerators.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of fry oil on floor in dry storage. Operator placed on shelf.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed ceiling vent soiled with dust Observed by beer walk-in refrigerator.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef defrosting at room temperature on sheet pan in kitchen. Operator placed in sink under running cold water.
Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Observed one of 3 urinal in men's room on first floor bagged and not operating.
Feb 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken above cooked potatoes at roof draw refrigerator. Operator place chicken on lower shelf.
Can opener Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Operator washed and sanitized.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed at first floor men's bath room.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed by produce cooler.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tiles at expo.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of fry oil on kitchen floor. Operator placed on shelf.
Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives.
Nov 3, 2025Inspection 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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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed tuna defrosted raw beef above raw fish in walkin refrigerator. Operator placed back placed raw beef on lower shelf.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at 3 compartment sink.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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. Observed tuna defrosted tuna defrosting in reduced oxygen packaging. Operator removed reduced oxygen packaging
Food stored on floor. Observed case of potatoes on floor in walkin 2;
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle of scoop touching the Maseca.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles, water and margarine not label
May 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
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. Observed steel wool and tongs in hand sink at roof top. Operator removed.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at cook line on roof top.
Apr 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food stored on floor. Observe ice on Flip top floor in walk-in refrigerator.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observe at roof top.
Mar 27, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 19, 2025Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm).
Mar 18, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 15 violations recorded, 7 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
7 High priority4 Intermediate4 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 cooked chicken wings in drawer refrigerator, Operator stated chicken wings in cooler overnight. (50-51F - Cooling). 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 Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm).
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef above cooked chicken wing in walk-in refrigerator.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach at wall between cookline and expo in down stairs kitchen. Operator killed and sanitized wall.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 1)Observed cooked chicken wings in draw refrigerator chicken wings over night (50-51F - Cooling) 2) Observed in walk in refrigerator chicken (51F - Cold Holding); sliced meat (51F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes fries (48-50F - Cold Holding); Fish (51F - Cold Holding); Dairy (51F - Cold Holding); raw beef (51F - Cold Holding); Operator stated all food in cooler overnight food not prep or portion today..
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in refrigerator chicken wings (51F - Cold Holding); sliced meat (51F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes fries (48-50F - Cold Holding); Fish (51F - Cold Holding); Dairy (51F - Cold Holding); raw beef (51F - Cold Holding); Operator stated food was in cooler overnight And not prep or portion today. See stop sale
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at cook line.
Can opener surface soiled with food debris.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed cooked chicken wings in drawer refrigerator, Operator stated chicken wings in cooler overnight. (50-51F - Cooling). due to being cooled in Flip top refrigerator in bottom drawer in deep hotel pan with inadequate airflow to cool chicken wings.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Operator has quaternary test strips, but not chlorine test strips for dishwasher.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at cook line upstairs.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed small bowl in salt container in rear kitchen dry storage area. Operator removed.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed across from walk-in refrigerator 2.
Ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair due to water leaking from ceiling tile at cook line.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at cook line. Operator removed.
Jan 28, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe butter at roof top kitchen. Operator stated less then 4 hour but discarded any way.
At roof top. 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/.
Ice machine surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
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. Observe with the 2 employees that are here. Operator printed form and employee signed.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observe by mop sink.
Dead roaches on premises. Observe 3 dead roaches in rear of dishwasher area in kitchen. Operator removed dead roaches and washed and sanitized area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observe at rear door in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observe ice on Flip top floor in walk-in refrigerator.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observe in room where ice machine is.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observe at roof top.
Dec 11, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 10, 2024Warning 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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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observe at walkin refrigerator chill overnight (58F - Cooling) see stop sale
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. chill overnight (58F - Cooling)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe at walk in refrigerator sliced cheese, milk, cooked potatoes, cooked vegetables, fish, beef (45F - Cold Holding); (45F). Operator moved to other refrigerator.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observe chill overnight (58F - Cooling) due to being in deep plastic and covered container
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observe on food cart.
Mar 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator paid for license.
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. Observe with tuna and maui fish in walk-in refrigerator
Equipment in poor repair. Observe torn gaskets in lowboy refrigerator at cook line.
Nov 6, 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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Ice machine soiled with, mold-like substance or slime.
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. Observe in walk-in refrigerator Mahi still in Rop.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observe ate flip top refrigerator by grill.
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.