Monkey Bar

10 N Ocean Blvd, Delray Beach, FL 33483-6913
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Nov 17, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk

Public records show seven inspections at Monkey Bar stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 17, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

“Handwash sink not accessible for employee use” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Delray Beach restaurant scores 71. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-17: Tried 3 times , Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F **Admin Complaint**
22-57-6
86
Nov 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
70
Jul 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
86
Jan 25, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times...blocked by some kind of big tools . Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-05-5
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...multiple milk, half and half in reach in cooler , chef not determined that open over 24 hours or less .
02C-03-5
74
Sep 19, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.. very congested , unable to washing hands .
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
Basic - Stored food not covered...drink ice at bar , bar will be opened 4 pm. Chef covered . **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils...drink in server station . Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in ice bin at bar. Employee properly stored **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
64
Feb 21, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 30, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Monkey Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Monkey Bar on file is from Nov 17, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Monkey Bar?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Monkey Bar.

How does Monkey Bar compare to other restaurants in Delray Beach?

Monkey Bar most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Delray Beach average of 71.

Has Monkey Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Monkey Bar have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Monkey Bar 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 Monkey Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Monkey Bar is inspected around two times per year on average.