ZACHARY'S CAFE INC
3286 SE FEDERAL HWY, Stuart FL 34997 · 772.266.8503
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 16 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked home fries (122F - Hot Holding) on cook line. Out less than four hours. Placed on stove top. Reheated to 200F
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024063340 | Sep 5, 2024 | Dec 5, 2024 | $400 |
| 2--2024029648 | Apr 26, 2024 | Jun 5, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment- operator removed.
Feb 3, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 2, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At walk in cooler- sliced turkey 45F- cold holding,sliced ham 46F- cold holding, cooked pasta 46F- cold holding, cut melon 46F- cold ho,ding, sliced cheese 44-45F- cold holding butter - food not prepared or portioned today- food out of temperature for 3 hours - operator placed in freezer to quick chill.
Spray bottle containing degreaser not labeled- operator labeled.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone over flip top cooler- operator removed.
Oct 29, 2025Inspection 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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Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Kitchen area. Deep container with Cooked potatoes at 9:12am(83F cooling) since 40 minutes, at 9:45am same temperature. Operator iced product
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Above bananas on expo window Operator removed
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Walk in cooler Cases of tomatoes stored above sauces Operator stored properly
Wall soiled with accumulated grease behind flat top grill
Jun 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee loaded dishwasher with soiled dishes and unloaded clean dishes without changing gloves and washing hands first; manager educated; employee washed hands
Dec 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Wiping cloth Chlorine solution 0 ppm. Operator corrected to Chlorine 100ppm.
Sep 5, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked home fries (122F - Hot Holding) on cook line. Out less than four hours. Placed on stove top. Reheated to 200F
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. homemade hollandaise (94F - Cooling) at 9:45 to 94F at 10 am since 9:15 am on counter. In plastic container covered. Operator placed in walk in cooler. At this rate food will not cool to 41F within 6 hours.
Apr 26, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate1 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 over blueberries, both products not in commercial packaging at reach in freezer. Operator stored properly.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Walk in cooler: Observed sliced Corned beef dated 4/14.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. potato soup (121F - Hot Holding) Observed under heat lamp. Per operator, out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes. Operator returned to flat top to reheat to 165+F.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm) Corrected to 100ppm chlorine sanitizer
Aug 4, 2023Inspection 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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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw Tilapia over cooked sliced ham at reach in freezer, all products not in commercial packaging. Operator stored properly.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw Mahi over corn and cooked chicken at walk in cooler. Operator stored properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in by flat top: diced ham (46F - Cold holding ) Operator states out of temperature for 30 minutes, left out on counter. Operator states, not prepared or portioned today. Operator placed on ice and returned to cooler.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizer 200ppm. Operator corrected to 100ppm.
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