Introduction to South Florida’s Perfect Inspection Scores
June marked the return of report-card season at our schools — and that included our South Florida eateries, where 74 restaurants and food trucks earned straight As.
Understanding the Inspection Process
In June, 74 “gold-star” restaurants and food trucks made the list of perfect inspections because not one violation — minor, intermediate or high-priority — was red-flagged at the time of the surprise visit from Florida safety and sanitation inspectors. Inspections typically take place at random every six months to a year.
Breakdown by County
In Broward County, 46 eateries earned perfect scores. Meanwhile, in Palm Beach County, 28 passed their inspections without a single incident.
Listing of Perfect Inspection Scores
The Sun Sentinel has tallied them all up in an easy-to-read format below.
Note on the Listing
NOTE: All restaurants and food trucks listed below have been sorted by city. Those without physical addresses on their Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation inspection reports have been trimmed from the list. Food and drink concessionaires, professional caterers, event planners — any purveyor that’s not a restaurant, food truck, flea market stall or food hall vendor — are also excluded from the roundup.
City Listings
If your city isn’t listed, either no restaurants there were inspected that month, or none earned a perfect score.
Conclusion
The achievement of 74 South Florida restaurants and food trucks earning perfect inspection scores is a testament to their dedication to providing safe and clean environments for their customers. This not only enhances the dining experience but also reflects positively on the community. By maintaining high standards of sanitation and safety, these establishments contribute to the well-being of both residents and visitors.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a perfect inspection score mean?
A perfect inspection score means that the restaurant or food truck had no violations, whether minor, intermediate, or high-priority, at the time of the inspection.
How often do inspections occur?
Inspections typically take place at random every six months to a year.
Why are some cities not listed?
If a city is not listed, it means that either no restaurants in that city were inspected during the month, or none of them earned a perfect score.
Where can I find the list of restaurants and food trucks with perfect scores?
The list of restaurants and food trucks with perfect scores, sorted by city, is available through the Sun Sentinel’s compilation.
Originally Published: July 3, 2025 at 6:35 AM EDT
