La Cigale a Taste of the Mediterranean

253 Se 5 Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33483

Greek / Mediterranean

Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026

Score

High Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at La Cigale a Taste of the Mediterranean, the earliest from 2022. On Apr 21, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

“Mussel and oyster tags not marked with last date served” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

That's lower than the typical Delray Beach restaurant, which scores around 71. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 21, 2026

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 3 major violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...whipped butter 52F in flip top reach in cooler , food not prepped or portioned today , food being held more than 4 hours . Stop sale issue . Chef discarded food. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.... Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...whipped butter 52F in flip top reach in cooler , food not prepped or portioned today , food being held more than 4 hours .

01B-02-5

High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells at walk in cooler . Employee discarded egg **Corrected On-Site**

01B-14-4

Intermediate - mussel and oyster tags not marked with last date served.

01C-03-4

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening...per chef can roasted peppers was opened two days ago , one container date marked 3/24/26 , othe two containers without date marked , chef stated it was old date . Chef properly date marked. **Corrected On-Site**

02C-03-5

Intermediate - Mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.

01C-05-4

Oct 27, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations.

View 3 violations

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

May 1, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.... Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. ...steak sauce, chantorelke sauce, lobster sauce was prepped 4/23/25at walk in cooler .

01B-13-4

High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. ...steak sauce, chantorelke sauce, lobster sauce was prepped 4/23/25at walk in cooler . See stop sale. Employee discarded sauce **Corrective Action Taken**

01B-24-5

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment...oyster

01C-05-4

Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored...ice scoop stored directly on the counter at bar . Operator properly stored. **Corrected On-Site**

24-07-4

Dec 13, 2024

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 6 major violations.

View 9 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...chlorine ++200ppm. Employee deluted at 100 ppm at end of the inspection **Corrected On-Site**

22-41-4

High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. ...can drinks , water bottles in drink ice at bar. See stop sale. Operator burned ice . **Corrective Action Taken**

08B-56-4

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.... Food stored in ice used for drinks. ...can drinks , water bottles in drink ice at bar.

01B-13-4

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.

11-26-1

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked...cooked chicken legs at walk in cooler . Chef properly date marked. **Corrected On-Site**

02C-08-5

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked....ossobuco , lasagna at walk in cooler , food was cooked yesterday 1 pm . Chef date marked. **Corrected On-Site**

02C-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 - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served...oyster, clams ,mussel

01C-03-4

Intermediate - Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied...oysters at walk in cooler, employee putting it back. **Corrected On-Site**

01C-10-4

Mar 6, 2024

Routine - Food

3 major violations.

View 3 violations

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Dec 15, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.

50-17-3

Jun 22, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Dec 20, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observe in flour container in dry storage. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Cigale a Taste of the Mediterranean last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Cigale a Taste of the Mediterranean on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Cigale a Taste of the Mediterranean?

Across the inspection record, “mussel and oyster tags not marked with last date served” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Cigale a Taste of the Mediterranean.

How does La Cigale a Taste of the Mediterranean compare to other restaurants in Delray Beach?

La Cigale a Taste of the Mediterranean most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Delray Beach average of 71.

Has La Cigale a Taste of the Mediterranean's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Cigale a Taste of the Mediterranean have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at La Cigale a Taste of the Mediterranean 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 La Cigale a Taste of the Mediterranean inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Cigale a Taste of the Mediterranean is inspected around two times per year on average.

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