VALENCIA FALLS CAFE
13375 VALENCIA GRAND BLVD, Delray Beach FL 33446 · 5617976627
Last inspected Mar 18, 2026 · 5 visits since October 2023
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4 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in mini flip top cooler; cream cheese (69F); butter chips (70F). Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit les than four hours. Operator added ice to product.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026036298 | Mar 18, 2026 | Jun 17, 2026 | $400 |
| 2--2023059694 | Oct 19, 2023 | Jan 16, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Mar 18, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw burgers stored over matza balls in walk in cooler. Operator stored raw burgers properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at wait station cooler butter chips 48F. Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Per operator food out of temperature for less than four hours. Operator added ice to product.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle not labeled at front counter. Operator labeled degreaser.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed board at cook line with cut marks.
Nov 17, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in right side flip top cooler at cook line raw shell eggs stored over cooked chicken. Operator stored raw shell eggs properly. Provided copy of storage poster to operator. Observed in walk in cooler raw shell eggs stored over cooked sausages.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed in two drawer under grill; diced ham (49F). Per operator food was cut today between 9-9:30 AM. Observed food out of temp past 4 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in mini flip top cooler; cream cheese (69F); butter chips (70F). Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit les than four hours. Operator added ice to product.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed in two drawer under grill; diced ham (49F). Per operator food was cut today between 9-9:30 AM. Observed food out of temp past 4 hours. See stop sale.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Provided copy to operator
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a container of dirty dishes stored in handwashing sink across from dishwasher. Operator removed.
No soap provided at handwash sink near mini cooler. Operator provided soap.
Employee at grill with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Dec 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee cutting tomatoes for sandwiches with bare hands. Instructed employee to wash hands and put on gloves
Raw animal food not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp not properly separated from cooked shrimp, cooked chicken in left side cook line flip top cooler. Operator reorganized
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/ CFM arrived at time of inspection
Oct 20, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 19, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 7 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw burger stored above ready to eat turkey in drawers under flat top unit. Operator reorganized
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on top of ware washing machine directly next to cook line in kitchen Observed 1 live roach on top of bucket of dishwashing liquid in ware washing area directly next to cook line in kitchen Observed 1 live roach on ground in front of cook line in kitchen Observed 3 live roaches inside of control device located on ground under prep table holding steam table and clean wares in kitchen Observed 1 live roach on ground next to fryers on cook line in kitchen Observed 2 live roaches inside of control device on ground of far right cook line in kitchen Observed approximately 10 live roaches inside of 2 control devices located under triple sink next to cook line in kitchen Observed approximately 7 live roaches on ground under reach in coolers located in storage area behind cook line in kitchen
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink used to rinse vegetables
No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles containing red, clear substance not labeled. Operator labeled
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead roaches on top of bucket of dishwashing liquid in ware washing area directly next to cook line in kitchen Observed 3 dead roaches inside of control device on ground of far right cook line in kitchen Observed 4 dead roaches inside of control device located on ground under prep table holding steam table and clean wares in kitchen Observed approximately 6 dead roaches located under triple sink next to cook line in kitchen
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at left side cook line flip top, drawers under flat top unit
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.