Whole Green Café
Last inspected: Dec 1, 2025
50
Score
Whole Green Café appears in inspection records 11 times, starting in 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 1, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “bowl or other container with no handle used” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
By comparison, the average Pompano Beach facility scores 78, putting Whole Green Café on the weaker side. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 1, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
50
Jul 24, 2025
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
45
Jun 13, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jun 5, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Emailed flier **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Observed same **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Three compartment sink at 78F at ware washing area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Observed same **Time Extended**
27-06-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Observed copies of employee training certificates. Advised operator to have original certificates for next Inspection **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink throughout establishment. Water temperature at 78-79F throughout establishment at front counter , kitchen and in ware washing area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Observed same **Time Extended**
27-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside in hallway next to restroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Observed same **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Faucet knob loose in kitchen. Hot water side keeps spinning and unable to turn on the flow of water. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Observed same **Time Extended**
29-09-4
61
Jun 4, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw seasoned chicken stored over commercial process dressings inside Sir Lawrence , two door reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator moved raw chicken to lower shelf and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired December 1st, 2024. License paid during inspection, confirmation #247830321. License current and active at the end of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink throughout establishment. Water temperature at 78-79F throughout establishment at front counter , kitchen and in ware washing area. **Warning**
27-16-4
Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Three compartment sink at 78F at ware washing area. **Warning**
27-06-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
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. Emailed flier **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine hinge on left side interior wall soiled. Operator cleaned and sanitized area during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense feta cheese inside flip top cooler in kitchen. Operator removed soufflé cups and placed spoons with handle. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside in hallway next to restroom. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Faucet knob loose in kitchen. Hot water side keeps spinning and unable to turn on the flow of water. **Warning**
29-09-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice inside ice machine. Operator removed scoops **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored on floor. Case of cup lids and cutlery on floor behind front counter. Operator elevated **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-05-4
32
Nov 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
82
Sep 23, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In kitchen, all purpose cleaner stored on shelf with clean plates and utensils **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Levi T Bar 6/5/2019 **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on cook line soiled with food residue. Cutting board at prep station soiled with food residue **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. At flip top cooler at front counter, door handles soiled with food debris **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. On cook line, squeeze bottles not labeled with common name. **Warning**
02D-01-5
61
Dec 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler, raw tuna stored over wraps and ready to eat vegetables. In reach in cooler, raw salmon stored over ready to eat wraps and ready to eat vegetables. Operator moved raw items below ready to eat foods. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. In kitchen, hand wash sink blocked by chairs. Operator removed chairs. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Smoked salmon on a bagel, cream cheese and onion not identifying raw ingredients.
02B-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. At from counter above flip top cooler, soufflé cups used to dispense granola. Operator removed cups **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. At reach in cooler in kitchen, doors and handles soiled with food residue.
23-24-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. At front counter, in containers above flip top cooler spoon handle laying in coconut flakes. Operator removed scoop to wash and sanitize. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. At front counter by sink, wet wiping cloths stored on counter next to sanitizer bucket. Operator made fresh sanitizer and put wiping cloths in bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. No self closing door on public restrooms. Operator stated wrong part bought. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
55
Oct 11, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No hand wash soap at hand wash sink in prep room. Pic filled soap **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink by the dishwasher and front counter also restroom. Pic filled all locations **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Restroom Self closing mechanism is sitting on the floor by the restroom door
32-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Using small bowls for cheese, pic discarded bowls **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
70
Jun 28, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Whole Green Café last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Whole Green Café on file is from Dec 1, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Whole Green Café?
Across the inspection record, “bowl or other container with no handle used” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Whole Green Café.
How does Whole Green Café compare to other restaurants in Pompano Beach?
Whole Green Café most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Pompano Beach average of 78.
Has Whole Green Café's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Whole Green Café have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Whole Green Café 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 Whole Green Café inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Whole Green Café is inspected around five times per year on average.
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