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PALMS CAFE

PALMS CAFE in DELRAY BEACH has 6 health inspections on record with an overall food safety rating of 2.9/5. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

Last inspection: 3 months ago · 6 reports on file

6750 SUMMERLAND BLVD, DELRAY BEACH 33446

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★½☆☆ (2.9/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

11/14/2025· 3mo ago

Visit ID: 10875309

Follow-up Inspection Required

2 high, 1 int

  • 22-57-6:High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observed Dishwasher (Temperature 0) Warning
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potatoes 75F stored on counter under no temperature control. Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held out of temperature for less than four hours. Operator moved to walk in cooler. Observed in four drawer cooler American cheese 53F. Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held out of temperature for less than four hours. Operator moved to walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
  • 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Warning

3/5/2025· 1y ago

Visit ID: 8877066

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 1 int, 1 basic

  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle at cook line. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at Four drawer under grill ; cheese (48F. Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit less than 4 hours. Operator placed cheese into ice bath. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In walk in cooler soup and tomato soup not date marked. Operator date marked 3/3/25. Corrected On-Site

8/30/2024· 1y 6mo ago

Visit ID: 8740433

Met Inspection Standards

2 int

  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cook line hand wash sink blocked by fan. Operator relocated fan Corrected On-Site
  • 16-62-1:Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Operator unable to provide at time of inspection

2/21/2024· 2y ago

Visit ID: 8517538

Met Inspection Standards

2 int, 1 basic

  • 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at server station hand wash sink. Operator provided Corrected On-Site
  • 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken salad, hard boiled eggs, prepared on Sunday not date marked, operator date marked Corrected On-Site

12/8/2023· 2y 3mo ago

Visit ID: 8516940

Met Inspection Standards

1 int

  • 16-62-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Operator unable to provide at time of inspection Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-08: Next unannounced **Time Extended**

10/4/2023· 2y 5mo ago

Visit ID: 8361939

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 high, 6 int, 2 basic

  • 10-12-5:Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop stored on top of ice machine. Operator moved scoop to ware washing area **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 08B-39-4:Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed employee dump potatoes from bag into pot start to bring to boil without washing. Operator instructed employee to stop and wash vegetables Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 01B-07-4:High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. Shredded mozzarella cheese with mold-like growth in walk in cooler. See stop sale. Warning
  • 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. Reviewed and provided big six Warning
  • 16-62-1:Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Operator unable to provide at time of inspection Warning
  • 05-08-4:Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Operator unable to provide at time of inspection Warning
  • 53B-02-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator unable to provide at time of inspection Warning
  • 11-26-1:Intermediate - 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. Warning
  • 22-31-4:Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on can opener blade Warning