CARIBBEAN TEASE RESTAURANT LLC
6295 LAKE WORTH RD STE 32, Greenacres FL 33463 · 917.562.6583
Last inspected May 5, 2026 · 15 visits since July 2023
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JUL 25
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MAY 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately One live roach under prep table crawling on wall Operator removed and sanitized area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026045932 | May 4, 2026 | Jul 27, 2026 | $400 |
| 2--2026014980 | Feb 27, 2026 | Mar 31, 2026 | $400 |
Inspection history
15 visits, newest first
May 5, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 4, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 1 live roach on wall by trash can at three compartment sink, discussed with operator to kill roach and clean and sanitize area.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In hot cabinet at front counter beef patties (130F - Hot Holding) per operator product prepared approximately 1 hour ago, discussed with operator to reheat product to 165F and maintain at 135F and above. Operator moved product to oven.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. In food pantry area in front of walk in cooler large hole with cove molding/ tiles missing, discussed with operator to repair.
Dead roaches on premises. Approximately 2 dead roaches inside dish washer. Approximately 2 dead roaches on food storage shelf with sealed containers. Approximately 2 dead roaches behind reach in cooler in front of walk in cooler. Approximately 1 dead roach under three compartment sink. Approximately 7 dead roaches under cabinets at front counter. Approximately 4 dead roaches under counter top behind reach in cooler at front counter. Discussed with operator to clean and sanitize areas.
Hole in or other damage to wall. In kitchen multiple panels delaminated and peeling away from wall exposing wood and drywall, discussed with operator to repair.
Mar 2, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 28, 2026■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately one live roach by handwash sink Approximately 7 live roaches behind steam table
Feb 27, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 3 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled dirty dishes then grabbed pan of chopped garlic; no handwash Employee washed hands
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately one live roach by handwash sink Approximately 7 live roaches behind steam table
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. fried plantain (110F - Hot Holding) as per operator stored 30 minutes ago Operator moved product to oven to reheat to 165;
Feb 27, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Reach in freezer: raw chicken stored over cooked chicken - not all products commercially packaged. Operator stored properly
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately One live roach under prep table crawling on wall Operator removed and sanitized area
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Advised operator to clean microwave and ovens
Feb 26, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee entered building from back door then grabbed bags of seasoning; no handwash Employee washed hands
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Reach in freezer: raw chicken stored over cooked chicken - not all products commercially packaged. Operator stored properly
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Walk in cooler: Raw chicken stored over cooked chicken Operator stored properly
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Cheese sauce opened on 2-15-26
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately One live roach under prep table crawling on wall Operator removed and sanitized area
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On prep table: raw chicken (51F - Cold Holding) as per operator stored out of temperature since 25 minutes ago Not prepped or portioned today Operator moved to cooler to quick chill
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. hot box display: Jamaican beef patties (128F - Hot Holding) as per operator stored since 8:30am Operator moved to oven to reheat to 165F
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk opened on Sunday no date mark Operator date marked product
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle of degreaser not labeled Operator labeled bottle
Dead roaches on premises. Approximately One dead roach on shelf below prep table Operator removed and sanitized area
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Advised operator to clean microwave and ovens
Jul 9, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 2, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Discussed with operator to add covers to waste receptacles.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Discussed with operator who stated dish machine does not function. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In kitchen under dish machine multiple floor tiles broken and in disrepair. At bar multiple floor tiles broken and in disrepair, discussed with operator to repair or replace tiles.
Jul 1, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee removed and adjusted glasses on face and without washing hands employee handled metal pan of cut onions, discussed with operator employee washed hands.
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. Provided operator with email copy of clean up poster.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. In kitchen food preparation table in kitchen heavily soiled with food / great debris used to store bottles of cooking oil discussed with operator to clean and sanitize table.
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Discussed with operator who acquired chlorine from store next door.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Discussed with operator to clean and sanitize ice machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In kitchen ceiling tiles above cooking area heavily soiled with black debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Discussed with operator to clean ceiling tiles.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Discussed with operator to add covers to waste receptacles.
Dead roaches on premises. In kitchen approximately 12 dead roaches on clean and sanitize dishes on storage rack, discussed with operator who removed dishes to be cleaned and sanitize, operator cleaned and sanitized shelves. In kitchen approximately 1 dead roach under reach in freezer, discussed with operator who cleaned and sanitized. In kitchen approximately 4 dead roaches inside reach in freezer, discussed with operator who cleaned and sanitized bottom of reach in freezer. In kitchen approximately 4 dead roaches in dry storage next to cans of foods, discussed with operator who cleaned and sanitized areas.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Discussed with operator who stated dish machine does not function. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. In kitchen floor soiled underneath of cooking equipment like steam table, fryers, dishwashing machine, discussed with operator to clean and sanitize floors.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In kitchen under dish machine multiple floor tiles broken and in disrepair. At bar multiple floor tiles broken and in disrepair, discussed with operator to repair or replace tiles.
Food stored on floor. In walk in cooler buckets of Cooked yucca and cooked meats stored on floor, discussed with operator who removed products from floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. In kitchen Hand washing sink faucet handles soiled with food / grease debris, discussed with operator clean and sanitize sink.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. In kitchen reach in freezer in front of walk in cooler has accumulation of food debris and dead roaches, discussed with operator who cleaned and sanitized area.
Aug 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observe small holes in rear door by bathrooms
Aug 15, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit...hot holding fried chicken 106-112F, Haitian spinach 119F, cooked salt fish 120F at kitchen, food was cooked today to serve customer....empanadas 115-127F in hot box at front line.Food being held less than 4 hours,.employee time marked on food.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled....bleach spray bottle. Employee labeled.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, standing water in handwashing sink at kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses at prep station, employee removed.
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and disinfectant cleaner mixed together. Employee removed.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean at prep station by the dishwashing sink.
Nov 8, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit...hot holding beef patty 117 being held less than 4 hours at hot holding case at front line.. Operator time marked.
Nov 7, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area....approximately over 10 live flying insects at storage shelves by the walk in cooler.... Approximately 6 flying insects underneath unused Dishmachine.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature....raw chicken,raw pork, raw beef above raw salt fish at walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit...hot holding beef patty 117° being held less than 4 hours at hot holding case at front line.. Operator time marked.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime....interior microwave at kitchen.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled....bleach spray bottle. Employee labeled.
Accumulation of debris inside / outside unused dishmachine.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris...throughout dishwashing area,storage area, prep area and kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust...all shelvings, shelvings underneath table throughout kitchen.
Jul 12, 2023Inspection 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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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple containers in the walk-in cooler from yesterdays prep with no labeling.
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.