The Palace Cafe

10101 Collins Ave, Bal Harbour, FL 33154

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Sep 17, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited The Palace Cafe seven times, with records going back to 2023. On Sep 17, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

The pattern that stands out is “ceiling not smooth”, which has been cited three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Bal Harbour restaurant scores 77. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Sep 17, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Owner corrected it. **Corrected On-Site**

42-01-4

Feb 11, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of reach in freezer at dry storage.

14-69-4

Nov 1, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

May 14, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed some items inside the hand sink. Employee moved them . **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Kitchen area with porous ceiling. **Repeat Violation**

36-37-5

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen beef thawing at room temperature. Owner placed it under running g water . **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

Nov 15, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed restaurant open and serving food at the time of the inspection. License was paid while I was conducting the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

50-17-3

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Information was provided and printed . **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**

36-37-5

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Owner corrected it. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Mar 29, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Manager dated it. **Corrected On-Site**

01C-03-4

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Kitchen area with porous ceiling.

36-37-5

Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed hood ventilation system is not working properly.

36-68-5

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**

42-01-4

Jan 12, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Palace Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Palace Cafe on file is from Sep 17, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Palace Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “ceiling not smooth” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Palace Cafe.

How does The Palace Cafe compare to other restaurants in Bal Harbour?

The Palace Cafe most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Bal Harbour average of 77.

Has The Palace Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Palace Cafe have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Palace Cafe means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is The Palace Cafe inspected?

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

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