Via Roma Cafe
Last inspected: Apr 1, 2026
74
Score
Public records show 11 inspections at Via Roma Cafe stretching back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Apr 1, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly seven violations earlier in the record.
When inspectors have written things up, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Restaurants in Palm Beach average 84, so Via Roma Cafe trails the local norm. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
11
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 1, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs above bananas . Operator placed raw shelled eggs on lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in bathroom. Operator placed paper towels in bathroom. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
74
Sep 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in refrigerator at front counter.
14-69-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observe metal containers not inverted in rear storage.
24-05-4
82
Aug 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Knives stored in hand wash sink by front counter. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: Parents, small spatula and spoon in hand washing different counter operator removed **Time Extended** **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Not available at time of inspection. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: **Time Extended**
05-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. At reach in chest freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. By hand wash sink at front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: **Time Extended**
14-55-4
74
Jun 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over butter at low boy cooler by front counter. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Knives stored in hand wash sink by front counter. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Goldie lox (smoked salmon) on bagel not identified as raw animal protein. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In employee restroom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Not available at time of inspection. **Warning**
05-08-4
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. Not available at time of inspection. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. In employee restroom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. At reach in chest freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. By hand wash sink at front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-55-4
43
Jan 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in bathroom.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed in bathroom.
31B-03-4
Basic - Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. Observed at front counter.
14-55-4
78
Nov 13, 2024
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observe at lowboy refrigerator cold smoke salmon above horse radish,whipped butter. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observe 2 live roaches in dry storage. Observe 1 live under freezer, and 1 on top of dishwasher , 1 live roach at sandwich press at front counter in open kitchen. **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe butter (72F - Cold Holding), operator stated that was at room temperature for 72 hours. See stop sale. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observe butter (72F - Cold Holding), operator stated that was at room temperature for 72 hours. See stop sale **Warning**
01B-02-5
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 - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observe 3 dead roaches in dry storage, approximately 5 under freezer , and 2 under dishwasher, 3 dead roaches in container that stores in used utensils , 2 dead roaches under Expresso machine, 3 dead roaches under sandwich press at front counter in open kitchen. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observe to go cups on floor in rear dry storage. **Warning**
25-05-4
41
Oct 23, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs above fruit. Operator placed on lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed floor cleaner on food prep table Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed metal container in front counter hand wash sink. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
67
Apr 16, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 15, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Marco Frattesi manager stated that they don't have any way to test temperature of dishwasher.
16-62-1
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
82
Sep 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
55
Apr 3, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observe Dishwasher (Temperature less then 160);. Operator will use 3 compartment sink.
22-56-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observe at front counter hand wash sink.
31B-04-4
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Via Roma Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Via Roma Cafe on file is from Apr 1, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Via Roma Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Via Roma Cafe.
How does Via Roma Cafe compare to other restaurants in Palm Beach?
Via Roma Cafe most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Palm Beach average of 84.
Has Via Roma Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Via Roma Cafe have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Via Roma Cafe 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 Via Roma Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Via Roma Cafe is inspected around four times per year on average.
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