Boston Market #279

330 S University Dr, Plantation, FL 33324-3344
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Boston Market #279, the earliest from 2022. Boston Market #279 was last inspected on Mar 11, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around seven violations to closer to four violations per visit.

Among Plantation restaurants, the typical score is 78; Boston Market #279 is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 11, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed all sushi items not identified as raw. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-11: Same. **Time Extended**
02B-01-5
90
Mar 3, 2026
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed cooked rice (71F - Cooling)@2:50 since 12:00. Operator discarded the rice. See stop sale. **Warning**
03D-01-5
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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator will use triple sink until dishwasher is fixed. **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed restaurant license expired on Dec 1, 2025. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over ready to eat lemongrass and herbs and raw shrimp stored over ready to eat spring rolls in the reach in freezer by the walk in freezer. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken and beef stored over ready to eat sausage and spring rolls in the lowboy under the grill with no area of separation. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed cooked rice (71F - Cooling)@2:50 since 12:00. Operator discarded the rice. See stop sale. **Warning**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Squeeze bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at the dishwashing area. As per operator, chemical is dish soap. Operator properly labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed all sushi items not identified as raw. **Warning**
02B-01-5
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
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured by the dishwashing area. **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public in the right flip top cooler in the kitchen. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-49-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed several boxes of single service items stored on the floor. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-05-4
26
Nov 21, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 20, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed wiping cloth stored in hand wash sink next to cook line. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach on flip top cooler cover in kitchen. Operator removed roach, cleaned, and sanitized cover. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor inside walk in cooler #2.
36-22-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing tiles on floor in back area of kitchen.
36-17-5
Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. Observed no trash can near hand wash sink next to cook line.
33-38-4
74
Jun 7, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
39
Nov 10, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. **Warning**
29-34-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-05-6
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Ladies room **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Lady's room **Warning**
32-23-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
67

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Boston Market #279 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Boston Market #279 on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Boston Market #279 compare to other restaurants in Plantation?

Boston Market #279 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Plantation average of 78.

Has Boston Market #279's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Boston Market #279 have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Boston Market #279 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 Boston Market #279 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Boston Market #279 is inspected around two times per year on average.