Hobo's Gourmet Kitchen
Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026
61
Score
Across the available record, Hobo's Gourmet Kitchen has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 24, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near five violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, showing up two times.
Hobo's Gourmet Kitchen's latest score of 61 falls below the North Palm Beach average of 77. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 24, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 4 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
61
Oct 20, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
41
Mar 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64
Oct 31, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
70
Feb 21, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At kitchen area portable fan very dusty, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in freezer out of service, operator stated that work order has been submitted and repair person is scheduled to arrive today **Corrective Action Taken**
14-11-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. At dry storage area container of sugar has scoop with no handle, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
86
Oct 20, 2023
Routine - Food
8 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 12 violations
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 walk-in cooler; Conch Chowder (48°F - Cooling). Operator stated cooling overnight. See Stop Sale.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. At walk-in cooler; raw sausage stored over raw bacon. Operator moved sausage under bacon. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At walk-in cooler; raw bacon stored over ready to eat salad dressing. Operator moved bacon below dressing. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. At walk-in cooler; Conch Chowder (48°F - Cooling). Operator stated cooling overnight. See Stop Sale.
03D-02-5
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. At canned food storage rack; 2 #10 size cans of sliced black olives dented. 1 4.26 lb can of Tuna dented. See Stop Sale.
01B-01-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At double door stainless reach in freezer; opened bag of raw fish stored over opened bag of French fries. Operator moved raw below ready to eat. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. At prep area; degreaser stored on prep table next to mixer. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At Flip top cooler; cooked pasta salad (46°F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (48°F - Cold Holding). Operator stated not prepared or portioned today, being held overfilled in pan for two hours, moved overfilled portion to walk-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At cook line; hand wash sink used as dump sink for drinks/ice. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At walk-in cooler; fan guard soiled with accumulated dirt/dust.
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. At walk-in cooler; cooked sausage stored uncovered under soiled fan guard. Operator covered. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
22
Jan 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
74
Jul 15, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. make table - pasta salad (42F-47 - Cold Holding) overfilled container held under 4 hours - operator split and moved to cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used as a dump sink - operator removed ice. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked potatoes and chili prepared over 24 hours not date marked - operator date marked. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Hobo's Gourmet Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Hobo's Gourmet Kitchen on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Hobo's Gourmet Kitchen?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hobo's Gourmet Kitchen.
How does Hobo's Gourmet Kitchen compare to other restaurants in North Palm Beach?
Hobo's Gourmet Kitchen most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the North Palm Beach average of 77.
Has Hobo's Gourmet Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hobo's Gourmet Kitchen have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Hobo's Gourmet Kitchen 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 Hobo's Gourmet Kitchen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Hobo's Gourmet Kitchen is inspected around two times per year on average.
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