Royal Palm Village Wine & Tapas
Last inspected: Feb 26, 2026
64
Score
Across the available record, Royal Palm Village Wine & Tapas has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Feb 26, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.
Compared to other Atlantic Beach restaurants (averaging 75), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 26, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Observed in walk in cooler Birria meat dated 2-19-2026, vegetable stock dated 2-19-2026, Chicken stock dated 2-18-2026, Goat cheese dated 2-19-2026, Bacon butter dated 2-13-2026, House made Kimchi dated 2-19-2026, Jalapeño cream cheese dated 2-6-2026. See stop sale. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
01B-28-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed in reach in cooler raw fish over ready to eat foods. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-08-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks on prep table on cook line. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed light shining from outside at exit door. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed spray bottle of oil without label. Manager placed label on spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
64
Sep 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Observed in walk in cooler House made Aioli dated 8-14-2025,Tofu dated 8-30-2025,Cooked black beans dated 8-30-2025,House made kimchi dated 8-29-2025.
01B-28-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on cooler top located on cook line. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed light shining from outside at bottom of exit door. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed women's restroom used by employees without Employee hand washing sign. Inspector provided employee hand washing signs. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back door without self closing device. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
70
Mar 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
64
Oct 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mixer in prep room soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed light shining from outside at bottom of exit door. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gaskets soiled. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
82
Jul 3, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
May 30, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Cooked rice in flip top cooler at the end of cook line at 55F. See stop sale Cooler has an ambient temperature of 56F. Manager stated rice was in cooler from previous day.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooked rice in flip top cooler at the end of cook line at 55F. See stop sale Cooler has an ambient temperature of 56F. Manager stated rice was in cooler from previous day. Manager discarded rice.
03A-02-5
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. Observed Required employee training expired for all employees. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed meat slicer in prep room soiled from prior day. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation with watch on.
13-07-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed light shining from outside at back door of kitchen. Employee was replacing during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gasket soiled on cook line. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
52
Jan 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb Located on side of building. Manager placed vacuum breaker on hose bib. **Corrected On-Site**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer located in back room soiled with food debris. Manager cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee container of cookies stored on prep table in kitchen. Manager removed and stored both properly. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed light shining from outside at bottom of kitchen door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed door gasket on reach in cooler on cook line soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed open box of single service items stored on floor of dry storage. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
64
Jun 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used
FL-45
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
52
Jan 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
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
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used
FL-45
45
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Royal Palm Village Wine & Tapas last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Royal Palm Village Wine & Tapas on file is from Feb 26, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Royal Palm Village Wine & Tapas?
Across the inspection record, “exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Royal Palm Village Wine & Tapas.
How does Royal Palm Village Wine & Tapas compare to other restaurants in Atlantic Beach?
Royal Palm Village Wine & Tapas most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Atlantic Beach average of 75.
Has Royal Palm Village Wine & Tapas' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Royal Palm Village Wine & Tapas have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Royal Palm Village Wine & Tapas 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 Royal Palm Village Wine & Tapas inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Royal Palm Village Wine & Tapas is inspected around three times per year on average.
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