Boynton Beach's Dining Scene Has a Dirty Secret—and It Just Got Exposed
December health inspections revealed shocking violations at 56 local eateries. Is yours one of them?
Before dining out in Boynton Beach, you might want to check recent health inspection reports. In December 2025, 56 local restaurants, chains, coffee shops, country clubs, and food trucks racked up health code violations - some serious enough to trigger immediate closures. Early January 2026 saw seven more establishments cited for food safety lapses.
Out of 262 Palm Beach County inspections in December, only 151 restaurants passed on first attempt. The remaining 111 failed and required follow-up visits. Common violations included:
Poor kitchen sanitation
Missing or incorrect food date labels
Improper storage temperatures
Dirty prep stations
Inadequate pest control
These violations ranged from minor administrative issues to high-priority health risks. While inspections are just snapshots, Florida law requires all food service locations to maintain strict safety standards. Kitchen staff must also complete food handling courses and carry certification cards.
You can check any restaurant’s inspection history before you visit at myfloridalicense.com through the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. A quick look could help you dine with confidence.
🎉This Week’s Featured Events
The Boynton Beach City Library, located at 100 E Ocean Ave, is holding its next Book Buzz-Adult Book Club meeting on Wednesday, January 21st, from 10:30 am-12:00 pm. Gather with locals to read and discuss a new book each month. It’s a great opportunity to see different perspectives, engage in discussions, and share your thoughts on books. Each month’s attendees will receive a copy of the featured book. Registration is required. Go to boynton-beach.org for more details and to register.
The Cox Science Center, located at 4801 Dreher Trail North, in West Palm Beach, is featuring an ongoing exhibit called Top Secret: License to Spy. The science center hours are Monday-Friday 9:00 am-5:00 pm and Saturday & Sunday 10:00 am-6:00 pm. The family-friendly experience assists participants on how to become a secret agent by uncovering facts and performing investigations to solve a case. Evaluate clues and draw your own conclusions in this who-done-it crime solving exhibit. For additional details and ticket information go to coxsciencecenter.org.
The Children’s Schoolhouse Museum Family Fun Day will be held on Saturday, January 24th, at Centennial Park & Ampitheater. Located at 120 East Ocean Blvd, in Boynton Beach, this FREE family-friendly event will run from 10:00 am-2:00 pm. There will be a parade, kids’ activities, interactive experiences, a meet-and-greet with local community heroes, and much more. Costumes are encouraged so come dressed to impress. For more information go to schoolhousemuseum.org.
🤔 Did You Know?
Boynton Beach has grown 38% over the past 25 years, adding nearly 23,000 residents since the year 2000 when the population was just over 60,000. Today, more than 83,000 people call the city home.
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