Carvel

4953 W Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 33445

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Carvel appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 11, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.

The pattern that stands out is “food stored on floor”, which has been cited two times.

Carvel's latest score of 86 sits above the Delray Beach average of 71. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 11, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No handwash sink located in vending machine area where employees service bulk food machines...food evidence in handwashing sink at front line , whipped color tip in handwashing sink by the 3 commandment sink . Employee removed tip . **Corrected On-Site**

31A-01-4

Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.

38-04-4

Oct 28, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime...can opener blade . Employee removed to clean. **Corrective Action Taken**

22-02-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses at front line , employee properly stored. **Corrected On-Site**

21-12-4

Basic - Food stored on floor... ice cream , ice cream mix .Employee properly stored . **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Mar 26, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of window cleaner on top of reach in freezer of ice cream. Operator relocated. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed ice cream cup being used to dispense dry toppings.

14-01-5

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on refrigeration equipment gaskets. Observed on reach in freezer.

23-24-4

Nov 4, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch at dipper well at front line . Employee fixed it . **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

29-44-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing...stored towel in handwashing sink . Employee removed **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Food stored on floor ..water on the floor at walk in cooler .

08B-38-4

Aug 23, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Aug 22, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 4 major violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Dipperwell faucet bent downward eliminating required air gap...dipperwell faucet submerged no air gap at front line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

29-47-4

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored...glass cleaner spray bottles stored directly top of the glass door ice cream cooler at front line , employee moved. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled...surface cleaner spray bottle . **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

41-17-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing...stored wet towel in handwashing sink , drying towel in handwashing sink at front line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet at women rest room **Warning**

32-11-5

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

Jan 24, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Carvel last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Carvel on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Carvel?

Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Carvel.

How does Carvel compare to other restaurants in Delray Beach?

Carvel most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Delray Beach average of 71.

Has Carvel's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Carvel have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Carvel 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 Carvel inspected?

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

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