3 Natives
Last inspected: Jan 23, 2026
100
Score
3 Natives has been inspected seven times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 23, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.
Restaurants in Tequesta average 76, so 3 Natives is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 23, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 22, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
78
Aug 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64
Dec 13, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Quaternary sanitizer 0ppm. Observed empty bottle of chlorine sanitizer hooked up to chemical dispenser. Operator corrected to 400 ppm quaternary sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Hose connection at mop sink on back dock.
29-42-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee beverages, cell phone and personal food on prep counter. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand wash sink spraying water onto flip top cooler from faucet connection.
29-08-4
Basic - Single-service articles stored in toilet room/locker room/garbage room/mechanical room. Single Service food preparation gloves stored in toilet room.
25-18-4
64
Sep 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed Glass cleaner stored over single service cup lids by register area. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed shelves with an accumulation of dust on dish storage rack with clean food storage containers in storage.
22-02-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Juice shots and hummus packaged in house missing address of location where item is packaged.
02D-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Opened Employee coffee beverage in reach in cooler. Operator removed beverage. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Wrapped spoons and knives stored in closet in restroom. Advised operator to remove utensils from bathroom.
25-05-4
67
Oct 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observe at hand wash sink.
29-11-4
95
Sep 1, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. shredded lettuce (41-50 F - Cold Holding)in law boy at cook line; as per operator food not portioned or prepared today; food overstocked in zip locks bags and bag placed in the pan; food out of temperature for less than four hours; operator portioned food in smaller batches; **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink by three compartment sink used for purposes other than handwashing- bleach container and dish sponge stored inside the sink. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
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.
53B-14-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was 3 Natives last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at 3 Natives on file is from Jan 23, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
How does 3 Natives compare to other restaurants in Tequesta?
3 Natives most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tequesta average of 76.
Has 3 Natives' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at 3 Natives have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at 3 Natives means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is 3 Natives inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, 3 Natives is inspected around two times per year on average.
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