The Nest Eatery
Last inspected: Mar 13, 2026
64
Score
Public records show eight inspections at The Nest Eatery stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 13, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around five violations each, up from closer to three violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing”, showing up two times.
Restaurants in Boca Raton average 74, so The Nest Eatery trails the local norm. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 13, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack raw shell eggs and then touch cheese without washing hands. Advised employee to wash hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-27-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in flip top cooler across from fryer boiled eggs 57F. Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Per operator food held out of temperature for less than four hours. Observed product stacked past the fill line. Operator removed some of food stacked on top and threw away. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensil stored in handwashing sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between cooler and table at cook line. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
64
Oct 31, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Chimichuri prepared in house marked 10/21.
01B-24-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. In walk in cooler raw shell eggs over unwashed onions. Educated operator on proper storage. Operator moved items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Observed in prep area in kitchen. Operator removed and discarded **Corrected On-Site**
41-24-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bar hand wash sink used as dump sink. Referred to plans and discussed with operator which sinks are designated as hand wash sinks, dump sinks. Operator removed strainer and discussed with employee **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar hand wash sink. Operator provided **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler unwashed limes over cooked chicken. Educated operator on proper storage. Operator moved produce. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets at drawers to cook line flip top cooler soiled
23-03-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Educated operator on proper storage of employee items. Operator moved cell phone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Cart of clean utensils stored under paper towel dispenser next to cook line hand wash sink exposed to drip/splash. Operator relocated cart **Corrected On-Site**
24-27-4
43
Feb 25, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Nov 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used
FL-45
64
Dec 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
82
Sep 20, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At front bar hand wash sink
31B-02-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At front bar hand wash sink
31B-04-4
86
Sep 9, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ food manager not on location (off) other managers not employed more than thirty days
53A-07-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary test strips.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles with green chemicals not labeled.
41-17-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At the front bar.
31B-04-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. **Repeat Violation**
02D-03-4
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Nest Eatery last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Nest Eatery on file is from Mar 13, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Nest Eatery?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Nest Eatery.
How does The Nest Eatery compare to other restaurants in Boca Raton?
The Nest Eatery most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Boca Raton average of 74.
Has The Nest Eatery's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at The Nest Eatery have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at The Nest Eatery 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 Nest Eatery inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Nest Eatery is inspected around two times per year on average.
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