The Owl
Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026
47
Score
Going back to 2022, The Owl has 13 inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 10, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “time/temperature control for safety food cold held”, which has been cited three times.
Restaurants in Boynton Beach average 79, so The Owl trails the local norm. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
13
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 10, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
47
Nov 18, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
90
Jun 16, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At walk in cooler, tuna (45F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (44F - Cold Holding), not prepared or portioned today. Operator stated items held in cooler over 24 hours. See stop sale.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At walk in cooler, tuna salad (45F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (44F - Cold Holding), not prepared or portioned today. Operator stated items held in cooler over 24 hours. See stop sale. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. No written plan for foods-butter, quiche held out of temperature. Provided TPHC form to operator.
03F-10-5
67
Jan 31, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler shelves are soiled with rusted surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
95
Jan 23, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler in kitchen American cheese (55F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (43F - Cold Holding); mozzarella cheese (53F - Cold Holding). Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit more than four hours. Observed cooler in disrepair. See stop sale. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler in kitchen American cheese (55F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (43F - Cold Holding); mozzarella cheese (53F - Cold Holding). Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit more than four hours. Observed cooler in disrepair. See stop sale. #2 Observed in Reach in cooler in dining room ; butter (53F - Cold Holding). Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit less than 4 hours. Operator moved food to walk in cooler to quick chill. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
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) **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands #1 Observed employee cracked eggs then proceeded to grab bread for customer order. Advised employee to wash hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-27-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator renewed license at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Identified poach eggs. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02B-01-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler shelves are soiled with rusted surface. **Warning**
14-17-4
41
Aug 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. dining room: butters on table (73F - Cold Holding) being held at room temperature for approximately 1.5 hours. Discussed TPHC with operator. Discussed potential of re-serving of tcs foods. Operator removed from all tables and discarded **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled
22-02-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at cook line flip top
29-49-6
74
Apr 2, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 31, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at prep area hand wash sink. Operator provided **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
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
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided to operator and operator posted. Reviewed with operator **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02B-02-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. **Warning**
36-03-4
64
Aug 30, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
70
May 4, 2023
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Dec 13, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-2
Basic - Food stored on floor. Potatoes **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. 1/2 bottle drinking water
40-06-5
78
Oct 26, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Owl last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Owl on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Owl?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Owl.
How does The Owl compare to other restaurants in Boynton Beach?
The Owl most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Boynton Beach average of 79.
Has The Owl's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Owl have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at The Owl 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 The Owl inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Owl is inspected around four times per year on average.
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