Argentinian Grill
Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026
70
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Argentinian Grill, the earliest from 2022. On Mar 23, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly seven violations earlier in the record.
“No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
That's lower than the typical Boca Raton restaurant, which scores around 74. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 23, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
70
Aug 14, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
41
Feb 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
70
Sep 10, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed at reach cooler at kitchen cut cherry tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding) as per operator at reach not properly cooled in 4 hours. Operator discarded items.
03D-06-5
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. Observed at reach cooler at kitchen cut cherry tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding) as per operator at reach in cooler beyond 4 hours. Operator discarded items.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef out of commercial packaging over frozen vegetables at reach in freezer. Operator properly stored items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak over cooked beef at walk in cooler. Operator properly stored items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser not properly labeled, operator properly labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed heavy whipping cream opened more than 24 hours ago as per operator. Operator properly labeled item. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed no written plan at time of inspection, operator printed and filled out written procedures during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-10-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle container used in rice bin at prep table. Operator removed item. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed food storage containers at ice machine upright. Operator properly stored items. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed lettuce over cut parsley. Operator properly stored items. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
35
Feb 15, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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 operator with procedures.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. Provided operator with form
11-26-1
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with poster.
51-13-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Main kitchen cold holding unit- observed wiping cloths underneath cutting boards.
21-04-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Main kitchen walk in cooler- observed case of beef tenderloin being stored on the floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine moldy in main kitchen.
22-20-5
61
Jul 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. Was told about washing hands with cold water
12A-19-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips
16-37-1
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand wash sink in kitchen no hot water
27-16-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
14-01-5
67
Nov 1, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Cook replaced paper towels **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Chemicals not labeled
41-17-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Chef moved and washed knives **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
67
Jul 8, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
22-41-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine
16-37-1
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
10-17-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Argentinian Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Argentinian Grill on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Argentinian Grill?
Across the inspection record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Argentinian Grill.
How does Argentinian Grill compare to other restaurants in Boca Raton?
Argentinian Grill most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Boca Raton average of 74.
Has Argentinian Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Argentinian Grill have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Argentinian Grill means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Argentinian Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Argentinian Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.
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