Enigma Bistro & Wine Bar
Last inspected: Dec 18, 2025
52
Score
Public records show seven inspections at Enigma Bistro & Wine Bar stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Dec 18, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
“Ready-to-eat” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Restaurants in Delray Beach average 71, so Enigma Bistro & Wine Bar trails the local norm. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
7
Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 18, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands...smoked and then handled cleaned utensils. Washed hands after discussion **Corrected On-Site**
12A-05-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food...raw fish above cooked vegetables , raw chicken above cooked beef in reach in coolers . Operator properly stored **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing...container stored in handwashing sink at kitchen. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues...heavy soiled, slimy build up in reach in cooler at kitchen.
22-16-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe underneath 3 compartment sink.
29-11-4
52
Oct 15, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. ..tomato sauce at reach in cooler . See stop sale. Operator discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-07-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition..... Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked...tomato sauce , pesto in reach in cooler , operator not determined how long ago food was prepped/ cooked . ...Food with mold-like growth. ..tomato sauce at reach in cooler .
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.....frozen pre cooked vegetables 45F in flip top reach in cooler , food not prepped or portion today , food being held less than 4 hours . Operator removed food to another acceptable cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
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....cooked ribs in reach in freezer.
02C-04-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked...tomato sauce , pesto in reach in cooler , operator not determined how long ago food was prepped/ cooked . Stop sale issue . Operator discarded food. Spicy butter was prepped two days ago in reach in cooler . Operator date marked **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at bar
31B-04-4
50
May 6, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized....chlorine 00 ppm. Operator corrected it at chlorine 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
22-42-4
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...in hose dish machine in the premises, operator stated he didn't use this machine. Recommend operator removed Dishmachine at previous inspection ...chlorine 00 ppm... temperature not turned black **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
22-41-4
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized in triple sink . Recommend operator sanitized utensils.
22-45-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food...raw fish above sour cream at tall reach in cooler , raw chicken above cooked potatoes in flip top reach in cooler at kitchen. Operator properly stored. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked...multiple soup, sauce , cooked vegetables was cooked 2 and 3 days ago at reach in cooler , walk in cooler . Operator date marked . **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
50
Nov 1, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
39
Apr 11, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours....cooked rice 47F, pasta 46F in walk in cooler ,cooling deeper than 4 inches container. Per operator food was cooked yesterday. Stop sale issue . Operator discarded food . **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area...3 fly in kitchen,flying around. Operator eliminated with spray and closed back door . Back door by the kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-02-6
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....cooked rice 47F, pasta 46F in walk in cooler ,cooling deeper than 4 inches container. Per operator food was cooked yesterday.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit...cooked to serve hot holding pork chops 77F , steak 78F at kitchen being held less than 4 hours . Operator time marked **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked...any cooked or prepped TCS food not date marked at reach in cooler and walk-in cooler stating over 24 hours . Operator date marked **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food in rice , chicken stock at walk in cooler . Operator removed container. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
47
Jan 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged...raw chicken above tomato sauce in reach in freezer. Operator properly stored . **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked...prepared yesterday over 24 hours salsa, tomato sauce, cilantro sauce , rice in reach in cooler, walk in cooler . Operator date marked. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
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...chicken soup, onion soup in reach in freezer . Operator date marked. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-04-5
70
Dec 19, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observe at walk-in refrigerator cooked rice,cooked potatoes,chicken soup ,tomato sauce (49°F - Cold Holding) overnight. See spot sale. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe at walk-in refrigerator cooked rice,cooked potatoes,chicken soup ,tomato sauce (49°F - Cold Holding) overnight. See spot sale. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observe cloudy substance in unlabeled spray bottle. Operator labeled spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observe in kitchen and 3 compartment **Warning**
38-01-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Enigma Bistro & Wine Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Enigma Bistro & Wine Bar on file is from Dec 18, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Enigma Bistro & Wine Bar?
Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Enigma Bistro & Wine Bar.
How does Enigma Bistro & Wine Bar compare to other restaurants in Delray Beach?
Enigma Bistro & Wine Bar most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Delray Beach average of 71.
Has Enigma Bistro & Wine Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Enigma Bistro & Wine Bar have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Enigma Bistro & Wine Bar 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 Enigma Bistro & Wine Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Enigma Bistro & Wine Bar is inspected around two times per year on average.
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