ANTONIO EL PESCADOR INC
1941 S MILITARY TRL R4, West Palm Beach FL 33415 · 561-315-7615
Last inspected Jul 11, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024071474 | Oct 11, 2024 | Mar 31, 2025 | $200 |
| 2--2021058012 | Nov 4, 2021 | Jul 5, 2022 | $800 |
| 2--2021039756 | Jul 21, 2021 | Sep 23, 2021 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 11, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple Sink (Chlorine 10ppm). Operator added chlorine to 100ppm.
Jul 10, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple Sink (Chlorine 10ppm). Operator added chlorine to 100ppm.
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled soiled dishes while washing and rinsing, then handled clean sanitize dishes while placing to dry/store without washing hands. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At front counter display cooler; raw scallops stored over cooked shrimp. Operator moved cooked shrimp to top shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At display cooler; raw scallops (47F - Cold Holding). Operator stated not prepared or portioned today, held less than 4 hours, added bags of ice.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. At display cooler; chopped cooked octopus (49F - Ambient Cooling 3:00/49F 3:30); fish ceviche (50F - Ambient Cooling 3:00/50F 3:30); shedded imitation crab meat (47F - Ambient Cooling 3:00/47F 3:30). Operator stated items prepared/cooling since 3:00, at this rate will not reach 41F within 4 hours, added bags of ice to facilitate faster cooling.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Advised Operator to provide current training for required employees.
Jan 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Non-food grade "thank you" bags used in direct contact with food (washed cut cilantro). Operator transferred cilantro to food-grade storage bag.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee wearing single-use gloves exited and reentered establishment/kitchen then washed gloved hands with soap and water at hand washing sink, dried with paper towels and continued preparing food wearing same pair of single-use gloves. Operator discussed with employee who then removed gloves, washed hands and put on new pair of single-use gloves.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Food stored on floor. Case of unwashed tomatoes stored on floor. Operator removed from floor.
Nov 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Triple sink chlorine at 200ppm. Operator diluted solution retesting at 100ppm.
Oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Operator reorganized.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided oyster advisory to operator. Operator posted.
Feb 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands at triple sink Advised employee, employee washed hands at handwashing sink
Oct 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 11, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee returned from outside, put gloves on and begin working with ceviche. Advised employee who washed hands
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food removed from cold holding for necessary preparation rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit during the preparation process and was not cooled back down to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. At Glassdoor Showcase Cooler; raw white fish in lime juice (48F - Cooling) Per operator held in cooler since 8am
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At Glassdoor Showcase Cooler; raw shrimp (48F - Cold Holding); Immitation Krab (46F - Cold Holding); raw octopus (46F - Cold Holding); raw oysters (47F - Cold Holding) Per operator foods held in cooler for less than an hour Advise operator who iced and move to quick chill
Time/temperature control for safety food removed from cold holding for necessary preparation rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit during the preparation process and was not cooled back down to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. At Glassdoor Showcase Cooler; raw white fish in lime juice (48F - Cooling)since 3:45am Per operator held in cooler since 8am See stop sale
Food stored in a prohibited area. Container with salt stored under waste water pipe at handwashing sink Advised operator who removed
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Showcase Cooler in disrepair
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign
Mar 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food (raw in-shell oysters) cold held at greater than 45 degrees Fahrenheit ambient air temperature. At front counter display cooler; raw in-shell oysters (48F - Ambient Air Temperature/Cold Holding). Operator stated being held in cooler for 2 days. See Stop Sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food (raw in-shell oysters) cold held at greater than 45 degrees Fahrenheit ambient air temperature. At front counter display cooler; raw in-shell oysters (48F - Ambient Air Temperature/Cold Holding). Operator stated being held in cooler for 2 days. See Stop Sale.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. At front counter display cooler; ceviche (54F - Ambient Cooling 11:50am/54 - Ambient Cooling 12:20pm). Operator stated ceviche prepared 1 hour prior, at this rate will not reach 41F within 4 hours, added ice.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Equipment in poor repair. At front counter display cooler; ice buildup around condenser, ambient air temperature 48F.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator added bleach to chlorine 100ppm.
Nov 3, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority6 Intermediate0 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Three compartment sink setup.several clean dishes in the clear water in sanitizer sink. Tested chlorine 0 ppm. Employee added chlorine. Tested 100 ppm
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
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Manager arrived and found the certificates
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager arrived and provided current certificate for Antonio Hernandez 01/24/2019 by national registry
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Rose Ketia and Tanya both working longer than 60 days. No proof available. ( as per employee no food handler training provided)
No soap provided at handwash sink. Employee provided dispenser from 3 compartment sink.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.