Spatulla Restaurant and Cafe
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
64
Score
Across the available record, Spatulla Restaurant and Cafe has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 5, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
The city-wide average sits at 71, which Spatulla Restaurant and Cafe's 64 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
64
Aug 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
74
Mar 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in walk in freezer ice buildup on top of ceiling. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
95
Jan 6, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. #1 Observed in flip top cooler next to hand wash sink chicken nuggets stored next to raw chicken. Operator stored chicken nuggets properly. # 2 Observed in flip top cooler next to hand wash sink raw beef stored over chicken nuggets. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed at dish machine, Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator corrected to Dishwasher (Chlorine 100 ppm) **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed in dry storage area one can of pickles dented. See stop sale. **Warning**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in reach in cooler next to handwashing sink raw chicken stored next to raw beef. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided operator with employee health reporting agreement. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Provided operator with big 6 poster. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-07-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed in handwashing sink dish scrubber and rag in handwashing sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in walk in freezer ice buildup on top of ceiling. **Warning**
14-69-4
35
Jul 31, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
90
Oct 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Reviewed with operator and provided
11-03-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Pizza slicer stored in water of 75°F. Operator removed and moved to ware washing area. Discarded water **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. Operator removed knives **Corrected On-Site**
14-55-4
82
Jul 17, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
95
Aug 10, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Spatulla Restaurant and Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Spatulla Restaurant and Cafe on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
How does Spatulla Restaurant and Cafe compare to other restaurants in Delray Beach?
Spatulla Restaurant and Cafe most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Delray Beach average of 71.
Has Spatulla Restaurant and Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Spatulla Restaurant and Cafe have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Spatulla Restaurant and Cafe 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 Spatulla Restaurant and Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Spatulla Restaurant and Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.
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