The Palms at Polo Trace
Last inspected: Mar 19, 2026
82
Score
Inspectors have visited The Palms at Polo Trace eight times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 19, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
Compared to the broader Delray Beach restaurant scene, where the average is 71, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 19, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cheese 43-57F stored in ice bath at cook line. Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Per operator food held out of unit less than four hours. Observed cheese not fully submerged in ice. Operator removed and placed below to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed onion rings in reach in freezer not covered. Operator covered. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
82
Oct 22, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish stored above cooked chicken wings in drawers under flat top unit on cook line. Operator reorganized **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. butter (62F - Cold Holding) being held at room temp with no temperature control. Operator states butter has been out for 1.5 hours. Operator moved to walk in freezer to quick chill. Retook temperature at end of inspection at 49F **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink splitter with hose attached
29-34-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at prep area hand wash sink. Operator refilled **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled at right side cook line flip top
23-03-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone stored on clean wares in ware washing area, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portioned cup used to dispense cranberry sauce on cook line. Operator removed and replaced with handled utensil **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at right side cook line flip top
29-49-6
47
Apr 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator renewed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at flip top cooler #1
14-09-4
82
Aug 28, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. Salsa made in house using fresh cut tomatoes date marked 8-17. See stop sale.
01B-24-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Raw lamb inside of dripping water from condenser that is frozen solid. See Stop Sale
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled. Operator cleaned and sanitized **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing clear substance at bar area not labeled, operator labeled sanitizer **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
55
Feb 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw lamb stored above cooked chicken wings/hot dogs in walk in cooler. Operator reorganized **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated mold-like substance. Observed in ware washing area
36-27-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed at pillar wall next to fryers
36-03-4
78
Oct 25, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 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. whipped butter (68F - Cold Holding) being held at room temperature over 24 hours.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. whipped butter (68F - Cold Holding) being held at room temperature over 24 hours. See Stop Sale
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer blade/guard soiled. Operator started to clean and sanitize at time of inspection
22-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Boxes of shrimp stored on floor in walk in freezer. Operator moved to shelf **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
58
Jun 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
86
Dec 2, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit....blanched broccoli 73°, risotto 67° in ice cold hold container at kitchen being held less than four hours. Chef discarded food. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening...milk several gallon in glass door reach in cooler . Employee date marked **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled....sanitizer spray bottle, employee labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food in corn at reach in cooler . Employee discarded container. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Palms at Polo Trace last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Palms at Polo Trace on file is from Mar 19, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Palms at Polo Trace?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at The Palms at Polo Trace.
How does The Palms at Polo Trace compare to other restaurants in Delray Beach?
The Palms at Polo Trace most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Delray Beach average of 71.
Has The Palms at Polo Trace's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Palms at Polo Trace have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Palms at Polo Trace 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 Palms at Polo Trace inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Palms at Polo Trace is inspected around two times per year on average.
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