Lucilles Bad to the Bone BBQ Delray

9173 West Atlantic Avenue #120, Delray Beach, FL 33446

American

Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Lucilles Bad to the Bone BBQ Delray has been inspected nine times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 17, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

When inspectors have written things up, “food stored in a location that is exposed to splash” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Lucilles Bad to the Bone BBQ Delray's latest score of 82 sits above the Delray Beach average of 71. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 17, 2026

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Oct 15, 2025

Complaint Full

No violations found.

100

Aug 28, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Jan 29, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed Raw ground beef over raw brisket at walk in cooler. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-20-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. fried onion strings (98F - Hot Holding) Observed in expo window. Per operator, out of temperature for approximately 2 hours. Advised operator to add to time control. Operator time stamped product for remaining 2 hours. ; 1/2 chicken (127F - Hot Holding) Observed in hot holding box. Per operator, out of temperature for approximately 2 hours. Operator returned to oven to reheat to 165+F. **Corrective Action Taken**

03B-01-6

Jul 26, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Feb 26, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash. Low top speed rack with wrapped potatoes stored directly next to hand wash sink on cook line exposed to splash. Operator covered rack **Corrected On-Site**

08B-36-4

Basic - Wall soiled with food debris. Observed at chicken wing section. Operator cleaned and sanitized **Corrected On-Site**

36-27-5

Oct 2, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Microwave door handle on cook line soiled. Operator cleaned and sanitized **Corrected On-Site**

23-24-4

Basic - Fly sticky tape hanging over ware washing area. Operator removed and discarded **Corrected On-Site**

35B-08-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Cooked chicken in walk in cooler cooked on a previous day not covered. Operator covered **Corrected On-Site**

08B-12-5

Mar 6, 2023

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation**

13-04-4

Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Drink Ice next to Hand wash sink

08B-36-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.

22-08-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.

21-12-4

Sep 22, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Server washed hands and repla

12A-02-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Manager discard drink. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.

13-04-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lucilles Bad to the Bone BBQ Delray last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lucilles Bad to the Bone BBQ Delray on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lucilles Bad to the Bone BBQ Delray?

Across the inspection record, “food stored in a location that is exposed to splash” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Lucilles Bad to the Bone BBQ Delray.

How does Lucilles Bad to the Bone BBQ Delray compare to other restaurants in Delray Beach?

Lucilles Bad to the Bone BBQ Delray most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Delray Beach average of 71.

Has Lucilles Bad to the Bone BBQ Delray's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lucilles Bad to the Bone BBQ Delray have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Lucilles Bad to the Bone BBQ Delray 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 Lucilles Bad to the Bone BBQ Delray inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Lucilles Bad to the Bone BBQ Delray is inspected around three times per year on average.

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