Dehdeh's Take Out
Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026
67
Score
Across the available record, Dehdeh's Take Out has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 11, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
“Raw animal foods not properly separated” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
Dehdeh's Take Out's latest score of 67 falls below the Riviera Beach average of 83. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 11, 2026
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. At upright double door stainless reach in cooler; raw chicken feet stored over raw beef. Operator moved raw chicken feet to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Operator wearing single use gloves preparing food then used cash register then returned to preparing food without washing hands or changing gloves. Discussed with Operator who then washed hands and changed gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-09-4
Basic - Upright stainless reach-in freezer interior/bottom shelf has accumulation of soil residues. Advised Operator to clean/sanitize.
22-16-4
Basic - Ice buildup in white chest reach-in freezer. Advised Operator to maintain freezer without build up of ice.
14-69-4
67
Dec 2, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 3 violations
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 cash register before preparing ready to eat plates for customers. Instructed operator of proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-13-4
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. Raw chicken stored over raw beef in reach freezer items stored in food grade bags. Operator moved chicken. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-17-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink used to store prep containers. Advised operator Hand washing sinks are used for handwashing only. Operator removed items. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
67
Jan 24, 2025
Routine - Food
6 critical violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At Steam Table; cooked ackee (120F - Hot Holding); cooked callaloo (125F - Hot Holding) Per operator held at steam table for approximately two hours. Advised to reheat to 165+F
03B-01-6
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Kitchen; Employee handled raw meat then handled clean utensils without washing hands first. Advised operator, employee washed hands **Corrected On-Site**
12A-16-4
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. At Reach in Cooler; beef soup (47F - Cooling) Per operator was prepared and stored in cooler overnight. Item did not reach 41F within six hours Operator discarded See stop sale **Corrected On-Site**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Reach-in Cooler; Raw shell eggs stored above cooked beef. Advised operator who fixed **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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. At Reach in Freezer; Raw chicken stored above raw beef Advised operator who fixed **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
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 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. At Reach in Cooler; beef soup (47F - Cooling) Per operator was prepared and stored in cooler overnight. Item did not reach 41F within six hours Operator discarded
01B-02-5
41
Dec 4, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 3, 2024
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. At steam table Per operator pork stew (88F - Reheating)at 9:20am since 8:15am 96F at 9:55am ; goat (76F - Reheating) at 9:20am since 8:15am 117F at 9:55am; beans (56F - Reheating) at 9:20am since 8:15am 104F; chicken soup (66F - Reheating) at 9:20am since 8:15am 87F at 9:55am; at this current rate products will not reach 165F within 2 hours; operator moved to stove to reheat to 165F within a total of 2 hours. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03E-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Establishment receiving prepackaged juice that is not pasteurized or otherwise treated to attain a 5-log reduction in pathogens. Establishment is receiving/selling prepackaged unpasteurized juice from a distributor that is not licensed as a juice processor. See Stop Sale. **Warning**
01B-04-5
High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee collected payment from customer exited and re-entered kitchen and began preparing food without washing hands; discussed with operator who educated employee who then washed hands **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-29-4
High Priority - Establishment receiving prepackaged juice that is not pasteurized or otherwise treated to attain a 5-log reduction in pathogens. Establishment is receiving/selling prepackaged unpasteurized juice from a distributor that is not licensed as a juice processor. See Stop Sale. **Admin Complaint**
01A-17-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 12/1/2024. **Warning**
50-17-3
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of stainless steel cleaner stored above prep table with Flour and Tomatoes. Discussed with operator; operator moved to bottom shelf **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
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. Educated operator and emailed vomit and diarrhea procedures. **Warning**
11-27-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bbq sauced stored on kitchen floor;operator moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
35
Apr 1, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
58
Sep 11, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 5, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dehdeh's Take Out last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dehdeh's Take Out on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dehdeh's Take Out?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal foods not properly separated” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dehdeh's Take Out.
How does Dehdeh's Take Out compare to other restaurants in Riviera Beach?
Dehdeh's Take Out most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Riviera Beach average of 83.
Has Dehdeh's Take Out's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dehdeh's Take Out have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Dehdeh's Take Out means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Dehdeh's Take Out inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Dehdeh's Take Out is inspected around three times per year on average.
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