DirtyFLRestaurant Inspection Data

DUCK TAVERN (THE)

5903 North Federal Highway
Boca Raton, Florida, 33487
Palm Beach County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★☆☆☆ (2.0/5)
Based on 4 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 2/5/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8767317

  • 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured at bar , operator secured . Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.... Cheese 56-44F in tall reach in cooler , cheese is original packaged , being held less than 4 hours . Operator removed food acceptable up shelf . **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored...degreaser spray bottle, Clorox spray bottle above cooking oil . Employee removed cooking oil . Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 31A-10-4:Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink at bar . Operator removed drain line. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing...stored straining Matt in handwashing sink at bar , operator removed. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled...pink liquid spray bottle , operator labeled . Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 7/12/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8820103

  • 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured at bar , at kitchen.
  • 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored...fruit fly eliminate sprayer hang on with liquor at bar . Employee removed. Corrected On-Site
  • 31A-10-4:Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink at bar.
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing...dumped ice in handwashing sink , Matt in handwashing sink at bar . Employee cleaned and removed pipe Corrected On-Site
  • 05-06-4:Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • 53B-14-5:Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

Inspection Date: 2/27/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8529058

  • 06-09-1:Basic - 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. Mahi in the reach in cooler. The operator removed from the packaging. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Inspection Date: 10/17/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8370040

  • 06-09-1:Basic - 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. Operator opened up packaging Corrected On-Site
  • 41-24-4:High Priority - Pesticide-emitting strip present in bar area. Operator removed and discarded Corrected On-Site
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored on top shelf above ready to eat foods in reach in cooler. Operator reorganized Corrected On-Site
  • 11-07-5:Intermediate - 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 and reviewed with operator
  • 11-27-4:Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided to operator Corrected On-Site
  • 22-31-4:Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on can opener/can opener blade
  • 53B-05-5:Intermediate - 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.
  • 45-02-4:Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed at kitchen fire extinguisher