Pescatore Ristorante

1600 North Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Italian
Last inspected: Apr 23, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Pescatore Ristorante stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 23, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader West Palm Beach restaurant scene, this is about average. The record reflects steady performance over time.

8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 23, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At Flip top reach in cooler; cut lettuce (52F - Cold Holding); cooked artichoke (50F - Cold Holding). Operator stated not prepared or portioned today, left cooler door ajar for less than 1 hour prior, closed door, moved to walk-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance (glass cleaner) not labeled. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
41-17-4
78
Dec 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At Pizza make top cooler; cooked meatballs (44F - Cold Holding); house made tomato sauce (44F - Cold Holding). Operator stated not prepared or portioned today, checked temperature prior to inspection, right side door was not closed properly less than 1 hour prior, all other items maintained proper temperature, closed door. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
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. At walk-in cooler; milk, no date marked after. Operator stated milk opened 2 days prior, applied date mark. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance (sanitizer) not labeled. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
70
Apr 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In kitchen bottle of hydrogen peroxide stored directly above bottles of various sauces. Discussed with operator who removed bottle of hydrogen peroxide.
41-10-4
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. Discussed with operator and provided clean up poster via email.
11-27-4
78
Dec 6, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
55
May 8, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. At walk-in cooler; raw veal stored on top of keg. Operator moved raw veal to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-11-5
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. At Cook line flip top cooler; sliced mozzarella (47F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding). Operator stated not prepared or portioned today held in cooler overnight. See Stop Sale.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At Cook line flip top cooler; sliced mozzarella (47F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding). Operator stated not prepared or portioned today held in cooler overnight. See Stop Sale.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. At bar; chemicals stored in liquor rail with liquor bottles. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. At ice machine; accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Advised Operator to clean/sanitize.
22-20-5
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. At cook line lift top cooler; opened employee water bottle stored in cooler with food to be served to public. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
50
Dec 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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 one
11-27-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
86
Mar 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...sliced chicken 52°, clams 54° in flip top reach in cooler being held less than four hours. Employee ice down on clams ,chicken moved to freezer . **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing...dumped ice, stored cup in handwashing sink at bar. Operator moved cup. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
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.
53B-13-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice... operator moved. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
67
Aug 22, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink by the dishwashing sink and women restroom.
27-16-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times...blocked by big garbage can at kitchen. Employee moved **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit.
05-06-4
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pescatore Ristorante last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pescatore Ristorante on file is from Apr 23, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pescatore Ristorante?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Pescatore Ristorante.

How does Pescatore Ristorante compare to other restaurants in West Palm Beach?

Pescatore Ristorante most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the West Palm Beach average of 79.

Has Pescatore Ristorante's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pescatore Ristorante have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pescatore Ristorante 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 Pescatore Ristorante inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pescatore Ristorante is inspected around two times per year on average.