50 Ocean
Last inspected: Nov 18, 2025
50
Score
50 Ocean has been inspected nine times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Nov 18, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around six violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
By comparison, the average Delray Beach facility scores 71, putting 50 Ocean on the weaker side. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
9
Inspections
4
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 18, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 5 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
50
Jul 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Floors, Walls, and Ceilings Clean and in Good Repair
FL-52
39
Jan 9, 2025
Complaint Full
5 critical violations. 3 major violations.
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High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area....approximately 7 small flying insects in soda nozzle holder ( soda nozzle wrapped with plastic) at bar . Manager spraying to eliminated flying insects. **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food....olive oil spray bottle , manager discarded bottle . **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-15-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food....raw salmon above cooked sausage in walk in cooler. Manager properly stored. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.... Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...garlic butter 63 F , whipped butter 66F at room temperature at expo , prep station, food was left since last night , food bieng held more than 4 hours **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. ...garlic butter 63 F , whipped butter 66F at room temperature at expo , prep station, food was left since last night , food bieng held more than 4 hours , stop sale issue . Manager discarded food. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied.... oysters in walk in cooler . Manager unable to find it due prep person not present at time of inspection.... oysters in walk in cooler . Manager unable to find it due prep person not present at time of inspection. **Warning**
01C-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime....heavy solid build up in can opener blade . Manager removed to clean **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at kitchen, expo line . Manager provided **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
35
Oct 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...slice cheese 48F in flip top reach in cooler , food not prepped or portion today , food being held more than 4 hours . Stop sale issue . Chef discarded food. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-02: Roasted tomatoes 51F, roasted pepper 49F , cheese 53F, quinoa 53F, butter 52F in flip top reach in cooler . Food not prepped or portion today, food being held less than four hours. Employee time marked. **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-02: **Time Extended**
53B-14-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications...rinse temperature 170F , manufacturer's required 180 F **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-02: **Time Extended**
16-54-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/.... David Taibi 12/4/18 by National Registry **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-02: **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine...not provided any kind of hot water sanitizer measuring device or tools . **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-02: **Time Extended**
16-62-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-02: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
52
Oct 1, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 7 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse...Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...slice cheese 48F in flip top reach in cooler , food not prepped or portion today , food being held more than 4 hours . **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...slice cheese 48F in flip top reach in cooler , food not prepped or portion today , food being held more than 4 hours . Stop sale issue . Chef discarded food. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food...raw fish above cooked rice quinoa, sauce in reach in drawer . Chef properly stored. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served....mussels, clams **Warning**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days...mussels, clams **Warning**
01C-02-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/.... David Taibi 12/4/18 by National Registry **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine...not provided any kind of hot water sanitizer measuring device or tools . **Warning**
16-62-1
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
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.
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications...rinse temperature 170F , manufacturer's required 180 F **Warning**
16-54-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name....flour, sugar, bread crumbs.
02D-01-5
30
Feb 26, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observe at pantry Flip top refrigerator ; soft cheese. overnight (47-50F). See stop sale
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe at pantry Flip top refrigerator ; soft cheese. overnight (47-50F). See stop sale
03A-02-5
74
Apr 7, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 21, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observe raw fish above cooked onions. Operator placed raw fish on lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was 50 Ocean last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at 50 Ocean on file is from Nov 18, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at 50 Ocean?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at 50 Ocean.
How does 50 Ocean compare to other restaurants in Delray Beach?
50 Ocean most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Delray Beach average of 71.
Has 50 Ocean's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at 50 Ocean have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at 50 Ocean means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is 50 Ocean inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, 50 Ocean is inspected around three times per year on average.
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