Bimini Twist
Last inspected: Apr 2, 2026
100
Score
The health department has logged 11 inspections at Bimini Twist, the earliest from 2022. On Apr 2, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Compared to the broader West Palm Beach restaurant scene, where the average is 79, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
11
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Apr 2, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 1, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found At dish area, approximately 5 small flying insects around full trash can. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-7
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Shellfish tags not kept in chronological order.
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Shellfish tags not marked with last date used.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training appear to be falsified. All employee training appear to be falsified.
53B-11-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. At clean dish area, clean pots stored, not inverted.
24-05-4
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. At walk in cooler, partially thawed vacuum sealed fish. Advised operator of proper procedures for thawing vacuum sealed fish. Operator removed fish from vacuum packaging. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. At storage rack, clean pots stored with water inside-wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. At dish area, wall in disrepair.
36-24-5
52
Dec 5, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 4, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found At server / coffee station - approximately 5 small flying insects laying on prep counter. **Warning**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. At walk in cooler remoulade sauce dates 11/22 and Marinara sauce dated 11/22 and 11/24- not used within 7 days - see stop sale **Warning**
01B-28-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At walk in cooler - raw shrimp stored over cooked potatoes - operator stored properly **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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. At walk in- cooler Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged tuna bearing a label to remove packaging before thaw. Operator did not remove - see stop sale **Warning**
01B-13-4
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. At walk in- cooler Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged tuna bearing a label to remove packaging before thaw. Operator did not remove - see stop sale **Warning**
06-09-1
52
Mar 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
86
Sep 30, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jun 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - At cookline- Clams/mussels tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied.
01C-10-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees- by cookline handwash sink.
31B-04-4
86
Dec 13, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 12, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. At dry storage area - one dented can of tomatoes- see stop sale. **Warning**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. At bar- employee touched face then proceeded to make drink for customer no hand washed- educated operator employee washed hands. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
12A-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At cookline area- Marinara sauce 51F- cold holding, chicken stock 54F- cold holding, oil and garlic 64F- cold holding - food not prepared or portioned today- food out of temperature for 45 minutes- operator placed under larger ice bath. At reach in cooler at end of cookline- whipped cream 51F- cold holding- food not prepared or portioned today- food above fill line- food out of temperature for 30 minutes- operator moved to reach in freezer to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters from different original containers mixed together prior to preparation for service. At protein walk in cooler - two bags of mussels stored in the same container. **Warning**
01C-07-4
Intermediate - 'Consumer advisory for raw or undercooked oysters not posted/provided in a conspicuous location. Sign posted on the side of front door- tucked away from customer view. **Warning**
02A-04-4
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. At protein walk in cooler - tuna defrosting in sealed Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaging bearing label- see stop sale. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
06-09-1
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At ice cream station- utensils stored in standing water of 74-77F- operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-07-4
43
Jun 16, 2023
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food Temperature Measuring Devices Provided and Accurate
FL-46
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
37
Aug 19, 2022
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw steak stored above raw pork in cook line drawers. Operator reorganized **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Mango salsa containing diced tomatoes date marked 8-4. Operator discarded. See Stop Sale
02C-01-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Mango salsa containing tomatoes date marked 8-4. Operator discarded
01B-24-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. **Repeat Violation**
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Discussed process with operator**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee bags on shelf with clean wares. Operator had employees remove **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Discussed with operator
22-16-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
23-24-4
45
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bimini Twist last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bimini Twist on file is from Apr 2, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bimini Twist?
Across the inspection record, “clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Bimini Twist.
How does Bimini Twist compare to other restaurants in West Palm Beach?
Bimini Twist most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the West Palm Beach average of 79.
Has Bimini Twist's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Bimini Twist have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Bimini Twist 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 Bimini Twist inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Bimini Twist is inspected around three times per year on average.
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