First Watch #0489

5022 Champion Blvd, Bldg1, Boca Raton, FL 33496
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Public records show seven inspections at First Watch #0489 stretching back to 2023. First Watch #0489 was last inspected on Mar 3, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

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

The city-wide average for Boca Raton sits at 74, putting First Watch #0489 on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 3, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed bananas with stickers on them after preparation. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-39-4
95
Sep 8, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 4 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. Observed employee washed dirty bowl and then proceeded to remove dishes from dishwasher that has been sanitized. Discussed with operator. Employee washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-13-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed already cracked raw eggs stored over cooked bacon in walk in cooler. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in flip top cooler #2 raw salmon (43-51F). Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit less than four hours. Observed food stored past the fill line. Operator chose to discard food out of temperature with time left. Observed in flip top cooler #2 waffle batter (51F);. Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit less than four hours. Operated placed below reach in cooler to quick chill. Corrected On-Site** **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. eggs Benedict not labeled under consumer advisory. Operator labeled with sharpie. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-01-5
58
Mar 10, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
35
Jul 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
90
Dec 6, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Served employee handling cell phone with gloved hands then proceed to handle utensils, food items without changing gloves. Discussed with operator
12A-09-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Cooked potatoes on cook line, butter at wait station have no time marking. Operator states items have been out for 2.5 hours. Operator time marked items **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink next to beverage station at wait station. Operator made accessible **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
67
Jul 21, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Manager sanitize and placed bucket in another bucket **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Chef put on beard guard **Corrected On-Site**
13-04-4
90
Jun 7, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was First Watch #0489 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at First Watch #0489 on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does First Watch #0489 compare to other restaurants in Boca Raton?

First Watch #0489 most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Boca Raton average of 74.

Has First Watch #0489's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at First Watch #0489 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at First Watch #0489 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 First Watch #0489 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, First Watch #0489 is inspected around three times per year on average.