Shahs of Kabob Persian Eatery

2433 N Federal Hwy, Boca Raton, FL 33432

Greek / Mediterranean

Last inspected: Feb 9, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Shahs of Kabob Persian Eatery has been inspected four times since 2024. The most recent visit was on Feb 9, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around six violations across recent inspections versus roughly nine violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “no currently certified food service manager on duty”, which has been cited two times.

That's lower than the typical Boca Raton restaurant, which scores around 74. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 9, 2026

Routine - Food

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

View 6 violations

High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee began work, used tablet at register to clock in and began portioning sauces, without washing hands. Advised operator of proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**

12A-16-4

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Tray of raw beef stored over case of unwashed peppers. Advised operator of proper storage. Operator moved raw beef. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-04-5

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Repeat Violation**

53A-05-6

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked eggplant spread cooked per operator 2 days ago and stored. Advised operator to date mark. Operator did. **Corrected On-Site**

02C-02-5

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in use to scoop tzatziki, advised operator use handled scoop, operator removed bowl. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed lettuce stored over container of yogurt. Advised operator of proper storage. Operator moved lettuce. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-17-4

Aug 18, 2025

Routine - Food

4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 11 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked rice (84F - Hot Holding) on prep table. Out less than four hours. Placed back into cooler. cooked tomatoes (82F - Hot Holding) on stove top. Out less than four hours. Placed in cooler. Discussed time control procedure with employees **Corrected On-Site** **Corrective Action Taken**

03B-01-6

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Clorox wipes and oven cleaner with food items on stainless steel rack

41-10-4

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Chef handling raw lamb with gloves and touched reach in cooler doors with the same gloves Educated on site

12A-09-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. hummus (50F - Cold Holding); tzatziki (50F - Cold Holding);two door cooler. Out less than four hours. Not prepped or portioned today. Placed on ice **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front hand sink at counter

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

05-08-4

Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. cut lettuce (60F - Cooling) at 3:15 pm to 59F at 3:36 pm since 12 pm; in flip top cooler. At this rate food will not cool to 41F within four hours Moved to ice bath **Corrective Action Taken**

03D-15-4

53A-05-6

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.

36-34-5

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On flip top cooler

14-09-4

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Stainless steel cooler

23-24-4

Dec 9, 2024

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 7 violations

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Oct 3, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Shahs of Kabob Persian Eatery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Shahs of Kabob Persian Eatery on file is from Feb 9, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Shahs of Kabob Persian Eatery?

Across the inspection record, “no currently certified food service manager on duty” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Shahs of Kabob Persian Eatery.

How does Shahs of Kabob Persian Eatery compare to other restaurants in Boca Raton?

Shahs of Kabob Persian Eatery most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Boca Raton average of 74.

Has Shahs of Kabob Persian Eatery's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Shahs of Kabob Persian Eatery have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Shahs of Kabob Persian Eatery means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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