The Blind Monk

655 S Olive Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026
70
Score
Medium Risk

Public records show five inspections at The Blind Monk stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 17, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

“No measuring device available” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in West Palm Beach average 79, so The Blind Monk trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 17, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line butter (73F - Cold Holding); . Operator placed back in refrigerator less then hour.
03A-02-5
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/
53A-05-6
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed oil in squeeze bottle not labeled.
02D-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of potatoes, and plastic container of oil on kitchen floor by walkin.
08B-38-4
70
Oct 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Ben the owner said that they used up all the stickers snd more are on order. **Repeat Violation**
16-62-1
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground unwashed basil above ready to eat olives.
08B-17-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at rear door
51-11-4
82
Apr 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed Raw chicken over raw pork not in commercial packaging at reach in freezer. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At bar hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Mussel tags not marked with last date served. **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. cooked eggplant (87F - Cooling) at 4:58; cooling since 3:30 - 82F at 5:26 Observed cooling on speed rack by walk in cooler. At current rate of cooling product will not reach 70F within 2 hours. Operator placed in reach in freezer to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Not available at time of inspection. For quaternary sanitizer at triple sink and sanitizer buckets.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Not available at time of inspection. **Repeat Violation**
16-62-1
52
Dec 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
52
Feb 19, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Blind Monk last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Blind Monk on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Blind Monk?

Across the inspection record, “no measuring device available” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Blind Monk.

How does The Blind Monk compare to other restaurants in West Palm Beach?

The Blind Monk most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the West Palm Beach average of 79.

Has The Blind Monk's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Blind Monk have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at The Blind Monk 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 The Blind Monk inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Blind Monk is inspected around three times per year on average.