C R Chicks

711 Village Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33409

American

Last inspected: Jan 16, 2026

Score

High Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at C R Chicks, the earliest from 2022. On Jan 16, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around six violations per visit lately, up from roughly two violations before.

Compared to other West Palm Beach restaurants (averaging 79), there's room to close the gap. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 16, 2026

Routine - Food

5 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 12 violations

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Jul 8, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations.

View 3 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Jan 6, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At flip top cooler; cut lettuce (46F - Cold Holding). Operator stated not prepared or portioned today, held overfilled in make top less than 1 hour, moved to reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled soiled dishes while washing and rinsing and then handled clean/sanitized dishes while placing to dry without washing hands. Employee handled garbage can and soiled dishes while removing from cook line and then returned to cook line and handled clean equipment and utensils to prepare food without washing hands. Operator discussed with employees who then washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**

12A-13-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance (degreaser) not labeled. Operator labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Jul 12, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Feb 21, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. At front counter; employee scratched side of face and then put on gloves to begin portioning/packaging food without washing hands. Discussed with Operator. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**

12A-07-5

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. At kitchen ice machine; accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned/sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**

22-20-5

Sep 20, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Apr 10, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 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. Emailed to operator. Advised to print and post.

11-27-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind three compartment sink

36-27-5

Jul 18, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing green substance not labeled. Operator labeled **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was C R Chicks last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at C R Chicks on file is from Jan 16, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

How does C R Chicks compare to other restaurants in West Palm Beach?

C R Chicks most recently scored 17 out of 100, which is lower than the West Palm Beach average of 79.

Has C R Chicks' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at C R Chicks have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at C R Chicks 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 C R Chicks inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, C R Chicks is inspected around two times per year on average.

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