HOOK FISH AND CHICKEN
1001 PALM BEACH LAKES BLVD, West Palm Beach FL 33401 · 561835935
Last inspected Jul 27, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
5 inspections within 31 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control marked with a time that exceeds the 4-hour limit. Observe shrimp labled 12:15-3:15. Operator stated that the shrimp were 3:00-7:00
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2017040725 | Aug 4, 2017 | Sep 14, 2017 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken above raw fish in walkin refrigerator. Operator moved raw fish.
Can opener surface soiled with food debris.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed a few floor tile broken in rear kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed door handles at 3 door low boy refrigerator soiled with flour, and seasoning container soiled with food debris.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observe raw chicken above above unwashed cabbage. Operator removed the raw Chicken.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observe Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm); Operator corrected to Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm)
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observe food debris on 3 door lowboy refrigerator handles.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observe at rear door in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observe plastic containers of hot sauce in plastic bus pan on floor at front counter.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observe napkins in open box storaged on floor at front counter.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw Conch salad above cake in display refrigerator. Operate placed towels moved raw Conch salad.
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.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at hood at walk-in freezer.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. At three compartment sink - raw fish in standing water- operator removed and placed in walk in cooler.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observe raw conch salad above cake. Operator placed raw conch salad on lower shelf
Can opener surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Operator washed and sanitized.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observe at low boy refrigerator at cook line.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observe one employee without hair restraint.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observe by walking refrigerator
No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Observe employee bag on top of soda box.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observe shell eggs above cookies in walk-in refrigerator. Operator placed on lower shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control marked with a time that exceeds the 4-hour limit. Observe shrimp labled 12:15-3:15. Operator stated that the shrimp were 3:00-7:00
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observe at 0ppm. Operator correct to 100ppm
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observe chlorine 200+ppm. Operator correct to 75ppm.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Operator show up during inspection.
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