Dolce Cafe
Last inspected: Jan 26, 2026
78
Score
Dolce Cafe has been inspected 10 times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 26, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around two violations to closer to four violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “working containers of food removed” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
Compared to the broader West Palm Beach restaurant scene, this is about average. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 26, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed plastic container stored front counter hand sink. Operator placed soap at sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed handle touching multiple squeeze bottles not labeled. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed plastic container at bathroom.
32-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed Togo cups on floor at front counter hand sink.
25-05-4
78
Nov 24, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at bathroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-24: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-24: Currently no manager more than 30 days. **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cleaning bottles in hand sink at front counter . Operator removed . **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-24: **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
74
Sep 24, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at bathroom. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter grab. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cleaning bottles in hand sink at front counter . Operator removed . **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed oil in squeeze bottle not labeled **Warning**
02D-01-5
64
Apr 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed oil in bottle, not label. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-18: **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
95
Feb 14, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
78
Nov 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
90
Mar 6, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
View 3 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
74
Nov 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observe for new employee. I emailed operator form. **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observe at grab and go carrot cake.
02D-03-4
78
Apr 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. I emailed operator form.
11-26-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
86
Aug 24, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observe raw cold smoke salmon above lettuce. Operator placed smoke salmon on lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Ice machine soiled with mold-like substance or slime.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observe at hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator placed paper towels at sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
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.
53B-05-5
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observe with carrot cake.
02D-03-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observe knife between wall and flip top refrigerator. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dolce Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dolce Cafe on file is from Jan 26, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dolce Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “working containers of food removed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Dolce Cafe.
How does Dolce Cafe compare to other restaurants in West Palm Beach?
Dolce Cafe most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the West Palm Beach average of 80.
Has Dolce Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Dolce Cafe have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Dolce Cafe 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 Dolce Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Dolce Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.
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