A well-known Jupiter breakfast destination was abruptly ordered to close its doors after state health inspectors uncovered multiple violations (20, to be precise) that triggered an immediate shutdown. Some of the violations included the presence of rodent droppings, live insects crawling in food production areas, and more.
The Original Brooklyn Water Bagel Co. (a chain known for boiling bagels in water filtered to mimic the tap water in Brooklyn, NY) location in Jupiter was temporarily closed following a Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) inspection that identified conditions officials said posed a potential risk to public health. The closure caught many customers off guard, as the bagel shop is a regular stop for morning commuters and weekend diners.
Inspection and shutdown
According to state inspection records, inspectors cited a series of sanitation and food safety issues that required immediate correction. Under Florida regulations, restaurants must close when violations reach a threshold that could endanger customers if operations continue; the closure occurred on October 21st.
While the shutdown of the Florida-based chain location sparked concern online and among local residents, the closure was very brief; DBPR records show the restaurant worked quickly to address the violations, completing corrective actions and undergoing a follow-up inspection…