Isla Cafe

1401 Clare Ave Unit 700, West Palm Beach, FL 33401

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Isla Cafe has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Jan 7, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around four violations per visit lately, up from roughly one violation before.

The pattern that stands out is “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled”, which has been cited two times.

Compared to the broader West Palm Beach restaurant scene, where the average is 80, this is a stronger showing. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 7, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed blue substance in unlabeled bottle. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed bananas in walkin freezer breaded chicken strips not covered. Operator covered. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-12-5

Jul 30, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Shell eggs received in a unit not maintaining an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shelled eggs (61F - Cold Holding). Operator placed back in refrigerator and out less then 1 hour. **Repeat Violation**

03A-20-4

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed with oyster tags not dated with last date.

01C-03-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed potatoes defrosting at room temperature. Operator placed in refrigerator. **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles multiple different sauces, not labeled. **Repeat Violation**

02D-01-5

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in sugar container. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Feb 14, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Sep 11, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed yellow substance in unlabeled spray bottle. Operator labeled . **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Jan 30, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Aug 31, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Jan 24, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Nov 30, 2022

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Signs not put up but operator has them.

31B-04-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Isla Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Isla Cafe on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Isla Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Isla Cafe.

How does Isla Cafe compare to other restaurants in West Palm Beach?

Isla Cafe most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the West Palm Beach average of 80.

Has Isla Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Isla Cafe have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Isla 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 Isla Cafe inspected?

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

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