Vale Food Co Delray
Last inspected: Jan 30, 2026
86
Score
The health department has logged five inspections at Vale Food Co Delray, the earliest from 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 30, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around 10 violations to closer to one violation per visit over the last few inspections.
“Handwash sink not accessible for employee use” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
Vale Food Co Delray's latest score of 86 sits above the Delray Beach average of 71. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 30, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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....chlorine 00 ppm . Advised to set up three compartment sink to sanitize utensils **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-30: Chlorine 00 ppm. **Admin Complaint**
22-41-4
86
Jan 28, 2026
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 9 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 15 violations
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....chlorine 00 ppm . Advised to set up three compartment sink to sanitize utensils **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours....white rice 51F to 53 F, brown rice 57F in walk in cooler , covered and stacked on of one another . Per Cook food was cooked yesterday. Stop sale issue . Advise discarded food . **Warning**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit...Hot holding chicken steak 117-123F F, pulled chicken 122F, cooked vegetables 123F in hot holding table at front line and alto sham in kitchen. Food being held less than 4 hours . Employee time marked and higher temperature thermostat. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...guacamole with cut tomatoes 44F , cheese 47F in flip top reach in cooler at kitchen. Food not prepped or portioned today , food being held more four hours . Stop sale issue . Employee discarded food . **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
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...guacamole with cut tomatoes 44F , cheese 47F in flip top reach in cooler at kitchen. Food not prepped or portioned today , food being held more four hours . ...Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours....white rice 51F to 53 F, brown rice 57F in walk in cooler , covered and stacked on of one another . Per Cook food was cooked yesterday. **Warning**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled...multi surface cleaner spray bottles . Employee labeled . **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times...blocked by garbage can at kitchen, employee removed . **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing...stored container, filled water in container in handwashing sink at kitchen, prep station, some food evidence in handwashing sink at front line . Employee cleaned handwashing sink . **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
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/ **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at kitchen. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. **Warning**
02B-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked....ground beef was cooked 3 days ago in walk in cooler without date marked. Employee date marked. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection....cooked beans 130F on the prepped table , noodles 88F cooling with covered at walk in cooler . After about 40 minutes after take another temperature cooked beans 128F , noodles 72F . Employee removed been to ice bath , noodles replace in tray no covered at walk in cooler . **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime...can opener blade . Employee removed to clean **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name...multiple oil bottles. **Warning**
02D-01-5
18
Aug 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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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. Employee set up 3Compartment to wash, rinse and sanitize utensils(Chlorine 100ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by Plastic kegs Manager removed kegs **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Men's room and Lady's room
31B-04-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Open can of employee personal drinks in reach in cooler at front counter Manager discarded energy drinks **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
70
Mar 25, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-04-4
90
Sep 5, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing...stored measuring cups in handwashing sink at kitchen. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name...multiple spices , nuts, balsamic vinaigrette. Manager labeled **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Vale Food Co Delray last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Vale Food Co Delray on file is from Jan 30, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Vale Food Co Delray?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Vale Food Co Delray.
How does Vale Food Co Delray compare to other restaurants in Delray Beach?
Vale Food Co Delray most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Delray Beach average of 71.
Has Vale Food Co Delray's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Vale Food Co Delray have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Vale Food Co Delray means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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