Cafe Via Flora
Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026
86
Score
Going back to 2022, Cafe Via Flora has 10 inspections in the public record. On Mar 31, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
Across the inspection history, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
Cafe Via Flora scores about where you'd expect for a Palm Beach restaurant. The record reflects steady performance over time.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 31, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-31: **Time Extended**
05-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed multiple squeeze bottles with oil and different sauces not labeled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-31: **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
86
Mar 23, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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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 Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator set up 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
22-41-4
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. **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line tomato sauce, (54F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (54F - Cold Holding) at room temperature. Operator stated less then hour a place in ice bath. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed blue substance in unlabeled spray bottle . **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed expo hand sink used as dump sink. Operator removed food debris. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed glasses not inverted on preset place settings at outside tables without overhead protection. **Warning**
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. Observed 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. See spot sale **Warning**
06-09-1
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed at rear door hole above the door and left side of door . **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed multiple squeeze bottles with oil and different sauces not labeled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02D-01-5
39
Oct 30, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed oil in squeeze bottles not labeled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-30: **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple plastic containers of oil on floor near walk-in refrigerator . **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-30: **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
90
Oct 20, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef above raw clams . Operated moved the raw beef. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observe a bowl in flour. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple plastic containers of oil on floor near walk-in refrigerator . **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed oil in squeeze bottles not labeled. **Warning**
02D-01-5
58
Mar 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
67
Sep 9, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at mozzarella (55F - Cold Holding); cream (54F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (51F - Cold Holding); chicken sauce (53F - Cold Holding); chicken (51F - Cold Holding) overnight. See stop sale
03A-02-5
86
Mar 14, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
47
Sep 13, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
67
Mar 27, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
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. Observe raw chicken above raw veal in walk-in freezer. Operator placed raw chicken on lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe at Flip top refrigerator ; butter (53F - Cold Holding)due to overfilled. Operator removed the overfilled .
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observe waiters station hand sink used as dump sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observe no dates on clams.
01C-03-4
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/ CFM SHOWED DURING INSPECTION. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observe at dishwasher hand wash.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observe no hot water T waiters station hand wash sink due to hot water faucet handle missing .
27-16-4
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Observe chest freezer broken top door with sharp edges
14-10-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observe oil storaged on floor by walk-in refrigerator.
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observe hole in wall behind 3 compartment sink.
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observe under stoves and dishwasher.
23-03-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observe open container of soda above shrimp on folding table in dishwasher area.
12B-02-4
35
Oct 26, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cafe Via Flora last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cafe Via Flora on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cafe Via Flora?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Cafe Via Flora.
How does Cafe Via Flora compare to other restaurants in Palm Beach?
Cafe Via Flora most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Palm Beach average of 84.
Has Cafe Via Flora's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cafe Via Flora have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Cafe Via Flora 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 Cafe Via Flora inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cafe Via Flora is inspected around three times per year on average.
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