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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

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats12
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6009657
Grade history
SEP 24
APR 25
SEP 25
SEP 25
JUL 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 31 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
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
High priority/03F-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

1 case · $400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2017040725Aug 4, 2017Sep 14, 2017$400

Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Jul 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
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.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Can opener surface soiled with food debris.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed a few floor tile broken in rear kitchen.
Basic/36-17-5
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.
Basic/23-03-4
Sep 15, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observe raw chicken above above unwashed cabbage. Operator removed the raw Chicken.
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observe Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm); Operator corrected to Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm)
High priority/41-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observe food debris on 3 door lowboy refrigerator handles.
Basic/23-24-4
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observe at rear door in kitchen.
Basic/35B-01-4
Food stored on floor. Observe plastic containers of hot sauce in plastic bus pan on floor at front counter.
Basic/08B-38-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observe napkins in open box storaged on floor at front counter.
Basic/25-05-4
Sep 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 3, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
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.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at hood at walk-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
Apr 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
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.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Sep 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
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
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Can opener surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Operator washed and sanitized.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observe at low boy refrigerator at cook line.
Basic/23-24-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observe one employee without hair restraint.
Basic/13-03-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observe by walking refrigerator
Basic/36-17-5
No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Observe employee bag on top of soda box.
Basic/40-01-4
Jan 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
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.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
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
High priority/03F-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observe at 0ppm. Operator correct to 100ppm
Basic/21-07-4
Aug 16, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observe chlorine 200+ppm. Operator correct to 75ppm.
High priority/41-27-4/Corrected On-Site
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.
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Corrected On-Site

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.