Deerfield Dandee
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026
29
Score
Across the available record, Deerfield Dandee has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2024. On Jan 8, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around eight violations to closer to six violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior”, which has been cited three times.
Deerfield Dandee's latest score of 29 falls below the Deerfield Beach average of 83. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
7
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 8, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
29
Oct 9, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tiles soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen and dining area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-09: Observed same. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. 1. Torn door gasket on two door reach in cooler next to cookline in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-09: Observed same. Operator waiting on repair technician. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
90
Oct 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
61
Feb 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Employee coughed, sneezed, used a handkerchief or disposable tissue then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed older gentleman blow his nose with a cloth napkin and continue polishing food utensils while seated at front counter in dining area, without hand washing. **Warning**
12A-14-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit for chlorine used at dish machine. **Warning**
16-37-1
Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine in dry storage area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. 1. Torn door gaskets on two door reach in cooler next to cookline in kitchen. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1, Observed on door gaskets at two door reach in cooler next to cookline in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled dry wiping cloths on table in donut prep area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
21-10-4
Basic - Soiled floors throughout donut frosting and prep area and underneath triple sink. **Warning**
36-10-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust in donut frosting and prep area. **Warning**
36-27-5
58
Oct 11, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine in dry storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-11: Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine in dry storage area. **Warning** **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tiles and vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance, in storage area and observed on vent above prep table opposite the cookline in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-11: Basic - Ceiling tiles and vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance, in storage area and observed on vent above prep table opposite the cookline in kitchen. **Warning** **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Hole in ceiling tile in dry storage. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-11: Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Hole in ceiling tile in dry storage. **Warning** **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Hood filters above cook line in kitchen. 2. Door gaskets on two door reach cooler by cookline in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-11: Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Hood filters above cook line in kitchen. 2. Door gaskets on two door reach cooler by cookline in kitchen. **Warning** **Time Extended**
23-03-4
82
Jul 30, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Employee at cook line in kitchen cracked raw shell egg and handled clean utensils without hand washing or glove change. Reviewed handwashing procedure with employee, employee washed hands and changed gloves. **Warning**
12A-27-4
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed tray of raw shell eggs (78F) stored on counter next to cook line in kitchen under no temperature control. Eggs placed on counter less than two hours per operator. Operator moved eggs to reach in cooler to quick chill to 45F or below. **Warning**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shredded potato (57F) stored in bowl at flip top cooler above load line, in kitchen by cook line. Not prepared or portioned today. Operator moved bowl to reach in cooler to quick chill to 41F or below. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed soiled hotel tray in basin of hand sink next to triple sink. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths stored on food prep table opposite cook line in kitchen. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine in dry storage area. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling tiles and vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance, in storage area and observed on vent above prep table opposite the cookline in kitchen. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Hole in ceiling tile in dry storage. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Light not functioning. 1. One light not functioning at the hood above the cook line. 2. One light not functioning above dough prep table in prep area. **Warning**
36-62-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Hood filters above cook line in kitchen. 2. Door gaskets on two door reach cooler by cookline in kitchen. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed at donut frosting counter in the prep area. **Warning**
21-10-4
33
Mar 14, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Deerfield Dandee last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Deerfield Dandee on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Deerfield Dandee?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Deerfield Dandee.
How does Deerfield Dandee compare to other restaurants in Deerfield Beach?
Deerfield Dandee most recently scored 29 out of 100, which is lower than the Deerfield Beach average of 83.
Has Deerfield Dandee's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Deerfield Dandee have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Deerfield Dandee 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 Deerfield Dandee inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Deerfield Dandee is inspected around four times per year on average.
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