Sandwiches by the Sea

1214 E Atlantic Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33483

American

Last inspected: Dec 12, 2025

Score

High Risk

Inspectors have visited Sandwiches by the Sea eight times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Dec 12, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

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

Across the inspection history, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Sandwiches by the Sea's latest score of 52 falls below the Delray Beach average of 71. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 12, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Aug 21, 2025

Routine - Food

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

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Mar 14, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed sanitizer bucket in hand sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed oil in container not labeled.

02D-01-5

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at Flip top refrigerator .

14-09-4

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

22-08-4

Oct 21, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack...knives stored dirty container. Employee cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**

24-06-4

Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash...knives next handwashing sink . Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**

24-27-4

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

22-08-4

Feb 26, 2024

Routine - Food

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

View 5 violations

High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed....chlorine 200+++ ppm, employee dumped sanitizer solution...manager prepared sanitizer solution chlorine 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**

41-18-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times...stored bucket in handwashing sink . Employee removed bucket. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

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

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength....chlorine 00 ppm. Manager prepared chlorine 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**

21-07-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Manager changed cloth. **Corrected On-Site**

21-09-4

Nov 21, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device, soup and sign provided at handwash sink at unisex bathroom

31B-02-4

Apr 7, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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

50-17-3

Nov 3, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observe chlorine sanitizer at 200+ppm. Operator corrected to 75ppm. **Corrected On-Site**

41-18-4

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operator severs undercooked roasted beef,and the consumer advisory was discarded. I printed operator consumer advisory and operator posted. **Corrected On-Site**

02B-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.

53B-05-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sandwiches by the Sea last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sandwiches by the Sea on file is from Dec 12, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sandwiches by the Sea?

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

How does Sandwiches by the Sea compare to other restaurants in Delray Beach?

Sandwiches by the Sea most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Delray Beach average of 71.

Has Sandwiches by the Sea's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sandwiches by the Sea have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Sandwiches by the Sea 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 Sandwiches by the Sea inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sandwiches by the Sea is inspected around three times per year on average.

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