Jacobs Delicatessen
Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026
55
Score
Public records show 14 inspections at Jacobs Delicatessen stretching back to 2022. On Jan 20, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “no paper towels”, which has been cited three times.
Compared to other Boynton Beach restaurants (averaging 79), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
14
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 20, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
55
Nov 12, 2025
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
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
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
41
Sep 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at front counter. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
95
Sep 9, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
39
Jun 26, 2025
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jun 25, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potatoes 101F-142F on grill. Per operator food held on unit less than four hours. Observed potatoes not flattened out. Operator flattened out potatoes. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. #1 observed in reach in cooler at front counter crab salad (52F). Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit less than four hours. Observed food past the fill line. Operator placed food out of temp in another Cole to quick chill. #2 observed in stainless steel reach in ; cheese (55F); raw salmon (52 F); cheesecake (56F). Per operator foods not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit less than four hours. Operator placed foods into walk in cooler to quick chill. #3 observed in sliding door reach in cooler ; cream cheese (51F). Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit less than four hours. Operator moved food to walk in cooler to quick chill. #4 observed in , #2 reach in cooler in kitchen ; hotdogs (48-49F); sausages (49F); . Per operator foods not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit less than four hours. Operator placed foods in ice bath. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink at front counter. Operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
67
Dec 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64
Aug 8, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute soiled at beverage station
22-02-4
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Quat test kit provided for chlorine dishwasher. Operator ordered correct test kit at time of inspection **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
16-32-5
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at deli line hand wash sink, operator refilled **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler shelves soiled
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at 2 door low top on cook line **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
61
Apr 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
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
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
52
Jan 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator unable to provide at time or inspection **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-24: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-24: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
90
Jan 23, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. oatmeal (117F-124 - Hot Holding); grits (118F - Hot Holding) at wait station steam table. Operator states items were cooked on stove 1.5 hours ago and moved to steam table for hot holding. Instructed operator to reheat to 165F **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 3 live roaches behind sign on wall next to ware washing machine directly next to cook line in kitchen. Observed approximately 10 live roaches on top of water pipe leading into ware washing machine directly next to cook line in kitchen Observed 1 live roach going into control panel on top of ware washing machine directly next to cook line in kitchen Observed 4 live roaches on ground under ware washing machine directly next to cook line in kitchen. **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored on top of raw beef in left side cook line flip top. Operator reorganized **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed on cook line. No soap provided. Operator refilled and discussed with employee. Employee rewashed hands properly **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-20-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at cook line hand wash sink. Operator provided **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator unable to provide at time or inspection **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter hand wash sink. Operator provided. Observed at cook line hand wash sink. Operator provided **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead roaches behind sign on wall next to ware washing machine directly next to cook line in kitchen. Observed approximately 3 dead roaches ground under ware washing machine directly next to cook line in kitchen. Observed approximately 5 dead roaches under vent fans behind oven on cook line in kitchen **Warning**
35A-03-4
39
Aug 22, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food
FL-09
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
29
Dec 14, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Cook touched face with gloves and continue working. Employee removed gloves and wash hands with soap and warm water then replaced gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Meat slicer
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. To wash Teapot
31A-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
23-03-4
67
Aug 25, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
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. Employee replaced sanitizer **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corned Beef 47°f, Stuffed cabbage 47°f, Cooked Cabbage 46°f **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to store Strainer **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Mens room **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Onions. Kitchen. **Warning**
08B-47-4
45
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Jacobs Delicatessen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Jacobs Delicatessen on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Jacobs Delicatessen?
Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Jacobs Delicatessen.
How does Jacobs Delicatessen compare to other restaurants in Boynton Beach?
Jacobs Delicatessen most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Boynton Beach average of 79.
Has Jacobs Delicatessen's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jacobs Delicatessen have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Jacobs Delicatessen 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 Jacobs Delicatessen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Jacobs Delicatessen is inspected around four times per year on average.
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