COAST SEAFOOD
17 S J ST, Lake Worth FL 33460 · 561-788-0643
Last inspected Mar 12, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired on December 1, 2025.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025029387 | Feb 20, 2025 | Aug 28, 2025 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 12, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired on December 1, 2025.
Oct 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 20, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Jan 16, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Nov 14, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee went from dining room to kitchen then put on gloves to handle food without washing hands. Explained and she washed hands.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. clam chowder 122 f in crock pot insert container on table at 2:33 pm cooling 30 minutes second temperature 122 at 2:53 pm. At this rate of cooling it will not reach 135 f to 70 f within 2 hours and 135 f to 41 f or colder within total of 6 hours. seafood salad 48 f as per chef ambient cooling 30 minutes. Second temperature 48 f after 20 minutes in upright cooler. Explained to poke holes in the plastic film or leave it uncovered while cooling. At this rate of cooling it will not reach 41 f within 4 hours from the time food was removed from the controlled temperature.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Jul 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing on hose Bibb by kitchen hand sink.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Oct 24, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On prep table and bane Marie in kitchen
Aug 25, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. cooked pasta (50F - Cooling) in top of bane Marie. Operator states food not prepped or portioned. In unit overnight. Individually Bagged. Food did not cool to 41 F within 6 hours.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. cooked pasta (50F - Cooling) in top of bane Marie. Operator states food not prepped or portioned. In unit overnight. Individually Bagged. Food did not cool to 41 F within 6 hours.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine
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.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On prep table and bane Marie in kitchen
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Freezer chest in kitchen One door freezer in storage area outside kitchen
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior flour bin unclean on shelf next to cook line
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rusty shelves in two door cooler in kitchen
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler Unclean standing water Bar reach in cooler
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour container not labeled
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.