Del Pesto

201 N Us Hwy 1, Jupiter, FL 33477
Italian
Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026
43
Score
High Risk

Going back to 2022, Del Pesto has nine inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 12, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.

Across the inspection history, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Del Pesto's latest score of 43 falls below the Jupiter average of 79. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 12, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
43
Aug 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
64
Feb 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
58
Sep 17, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw egg wash over cooked chicken in reach in cooler at cook line; stored properly **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. veal (55F - Cold Holding) on the prep table; food thawed out at room temperature; food out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes; food moved to walk-in cooler; **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Bowl used to dispense salt and sugar at cook line; removed **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
70
May 30, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) unable to fix **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs over cooked chicken raw. Raw steak over cooked shrimp in second cooler at cook line Stored properly **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken not commercially packaged stored above raw clams not commercially packaged in reach in freezer at cook line; Stored properly **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Clams tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied.
01C-10-4
Intermediate - Clams tags not marked with last date served. Educated operator **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered- meatballs in walk-in cooler Food covered **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Clams removed from original container for long-term storage.
01C-06-5
47
Nov 28, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 28, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again- bolognese and lasagna in walk-in cooler; foods thawed on Tuesday; educated and advised to date
02C-04-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Joseph Graydon **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - Clam tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-02-5
67
Jun 20, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
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
52
Sep 23, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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. After 3 attempts Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm) - operator contacted technician. Operator set up 3 compartment sink with chlorine 50ppm. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-23: Three compartment sink chlorine tested at 50ppm. Technician contacted. **Time Extended**
22-41-4
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Del Pesto last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Del Pesto on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Del Pesto?

Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Del Pesto.

How does Del Pesto compare to other restaurants in Jupiter?

Del Pesto most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Jupiter average of 79.

Has Del Pesto's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Del Pesto have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Del Pesto 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 Del Pesto inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Del Pesto is inspected around three times per year on average.