Proper Grit

251 N Narcissus Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33401

American

Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show nine inspections at Proper Grit stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 2, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

Across the inspection history, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average West Palm Beach restaurant scores 79. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 2, 2026

Food-Licensing Inspection

3 minor violations.

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

22-20-5

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at hand wash sink at banquet station

51-11-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of plastic fry oil on floor by dry storage.

08B-38-4

Aug 14, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed several employee drinks, on counter and shelf, above food preparation. Operator relocated to bottom shelves with lids. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.

16-46-4

Feb 26, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed

FL-27

Nov 14, 2024

Routine - Food

3 major violations.

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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Mar 2, 2024

Complaint Full

No violations found.

100

Jan 30, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observe at bar printer blocking hand sink . Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observe cook without hair restraint.

13-02-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ob utensil in standing water at 74°F. Operator removed water. **Corrected On-Site**

10-07-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observe at coffee station

31B-04-4

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

22-20-5

Sep 1, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Jan 3, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Sep 1, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe at draw refrigerator (); sliced cheese, sliced tomato (49-50F - Cold Holding) due to employee putting hot sausage in unit . Operator removed the hot sausage to walk-in refrigerator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

03A-02-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Proper Grit last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Proper Grit on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Proper Grit?

Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Proper Grit.

How does Proper Grit compare to other restaurants in West Palm Beach?

Proper Grit most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the West Palm Beach average of 79.

Has Proper Grit's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Proper Grit have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Proper Grit 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 Proper Grit inspected?

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

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