CANTINA AMERICANA
604 LAKE AVE, Lake Worth Beach FL 33460
Last inspected Aug 12, 2025 · 6 visits since January 2025
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
JAN 25
JUL 25
JUL 25
AUG 25
▲ GETTING WORSE
4 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Observed: Live, small flying insects found Approximately 10 small flying insects at bar landing on pipes underneath sinks. Priority: High Priority
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Aug 12, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. At kitchen, cooked pork (60F - Cooling), per operator, item placed into unit previous day. Item did not reach 41F within 6 hours. See stop sale.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. At kitchen, cooked pork (60F - Cooling), per operator, item placed into unit previous day. Item did not reach 41F within 6 hours. See stop sale.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. At walk in freezer, Food stored in non food grade bags.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At kitchen, spray bottles unlabeled with chemical substance.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in freezer.
Jul 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In walk in cooler, Pulled pork (50F - Cooling). Operator stated cooked overnight. Not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler, raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat pork. Operator moved eggs to bottom shelf
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. In walk in cooler, Pulled pork (50F - Cooling). Operator stated cooked overnight. Not prepared or portioned today.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. In kitchen, cutting boards soiled and deep cut marks
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At warewashing area, handwashing sink blocks by prep table. Operator moved table to access the hand washing sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. On cook line, no paper towels at hand washing sink. Operator provided paper towels.
Jul 16, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: Live, small flying insects found Approximately 10 small flying insects at bar landing on pipes underneath sinks. Priority: High Priority
Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. At walk in cooler, Raw shell eggs stored over cheese. Advised operator of proper storage. Operator stored correctly. **Corrected On- Site**Priority: High Priority
Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge-Derrick McCray Priority: Intermediate
Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Priority: Intermediate
Jul 15, 2025Assigned to InspectorComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Observed: Live, small flying insects found Approximately 10 small flying insects at bar landing on pipes underneath sinks. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. At walk in cooler, Raw shell eggs stored over cheese. Advised operator of proper storage. Operator stored correctly. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge-Derrick McCray Priority: Intermediate
Observed: No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Priority: Intermediate
Jan 31, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Jan 30, 2025Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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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.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For three compartment sink.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed one.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed one for undercooked hamburgers.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Plans showing dish machine.Dishmachine missing.as per operator he ordered one.
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.