JACINTOS KITCHEN
4201 BROADWAY AVE, West Palm Beach FL 33407
Last inspected Sep 24, 2025 · 8 visits since October 2023
□ 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.
OCT 23
APR 24
OCT 24
MAR 25
SEP 25
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found.... 1 live roach on the floor by the handwashing sink at kitchen. 7 live roaches underneath speed rack between wall and pizza oven. Approximately 10 live roaches underneath pizza oven at kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
5 cases · $2,560
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025038623 | Mar 31, 2025 | Oct 6, 2025 | $800 |
| 2--2024070971 | Oct 7, 2024 | Apr 17, 2025 | $600 |
| 2--2024029662 | Apr 29, 2024 | Jun 20, 2024 | $400 |
| 2--2023059192 | Oct 18, 2023 | Mar 28, 2024 | $400 |
| 2--2016027479 | Jun 4, 2016 | Jul 13, 2016 | $360 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Sep 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In the bin of dry rice and the pan of cooked rice, containers without handles were stored inside and used to dispense the food. Items were removed
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. The employee working on the cook line was handling the tomato sauce and was not wearing a hair restraint. The employee placed on a hat.
Food stored on floor. In the walk in freezer, a case of raw tilapia was stored on the floor. The items was moved to shelving.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. In the cook line reach in cooler
Jun 2, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. At walk in cooler: raw chicken stored above raw beef. Advised operator to store properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At glass door reach in cooler: red salsa (45F - Cold Holding) As per operator, stored overnight in cooler. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale. At flip top cooler unit: raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding) As per employee, moved from walk in cooler and stored since 10 mins. Not prepped or portioned today. Advised employee to quick chill.
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.
Mar 31, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority1 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. At walk in cooler: beef soup (52F at 10:30am- Cooling) As per operator, cooling overnight in unit. Soup did not cool from 135F to 41F in a total of 6 hours. Stored in large pot. See stop sale.
Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed operator touched hair then handled clean pots; no hand wash. Operator washed hands.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At walk in freezer: raw ground beef patties stored above open bag of cooked potatoes; products not all commercially packaged. Advised employee to store properly.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At walk in cooler: raw shelled eggs stored above portioned sauces. Advised operator to store properly.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. At walk in cooler: raw chicken stored above raw beef. Advised operator to store properly.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At glass door reach in cooler: red salsa (45F - Cold Holding) As per operator, stored overnight in cooler. Not prepped or portioned today. 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 walk in cooler: beef soup (52F at 10:30am- Cooling) As per operator, cooling overnight in unit. Soup did not cool from 135F to 41F in a total of 6 hours. Stored in large pot. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At glass door reach in cooler: red salsa (45F - Cold Holding) As per operator, stored overnight in cooler. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale. At flip top cooler unit: raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding) As per employee, moved from walk in cooler and stored since 10 mins. Not prepped or portioned today. Advised employee to quick chill.
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.
Oct 11, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 7, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Throughout establishment operator stores food in non food grade(thank you bags) Rice stored in non food grade bag on steamer Bread stored in non food grade bag at standing silver cooler Pork stored in non food grade bag in walk in cooler. Advised operator who started removal process
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Walk-in Freezer; Raw portioned shrimp over tomato sauce Advised operator who removed
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Walk-in Cooler; Raw shrimp above pepperoni Advised operator who fixed. At Silver Standing Cooler; Raw shell eggs stored above potatoes fries Advised operator who fixed
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At Walk-in Freezer; Raw portioned chicken over raw beef Advised operator who removed
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At Flip Top Cooler and Connecting Reach in Cooler; shredded cheese (68F - Cold Holding); cheese (69F - Cold Holding); cooked onion (69F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (65F - Cold Holding); raw beef (67F - Cold Holding); macaroni pasta (65F - Cold Holding); chorizo (65F - Cold Holding); chopped beef (66F - Cold Holding) Per operator not prepared or portioned today Per Operator food held in cooler overnight
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At Flip Top Cooler and Connecting Reach in Cooler; shredded cheese (68F - Cold Holding); cheese (69F - Cold Holding); cooked onion (69F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (65F - Cold Holding); raw beef (67F - Cold Holding); macaroni pasta (65F - Cold Holding); chorizo (65F - Cold Holding); chopped beef (66F - Cold Holding) Per operator not prepared or portioned today Per Operator food held in cooler overnight See stop sale
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Kitchen; Deodorant (Axe) stored on shelf with powdered seasoning Spray bottle with chemical store above powdered seasoning Advised operator who removed
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. In Kitchen; Handwash sink in prep room blocked by objects ( large mats, pans etc) Advised operator who removed
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No proof of food manager certification Johnny Cifuentes
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. In Kitchen; Unlabeled spray bottle containing blue chemical on counter. Advised operator
Apr 29, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple Sink (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator added bleach to chlorine 100ppm.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 12/1/2023.
Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. At double door upright stainless reach in cooler; raw sausage stored in same container as ready to eat hot dogs. See Stop Sale.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At walk-in freezer; portioned plastic bag of raw beef stored over cooked mussels. Operator moved raw beef to lower shelf.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Food contaminated by unsanitized equipment or utensil. At cook line flip top cooler; employee water bottle stored in shredded cheese. Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. At double door upright stainless reach in cooler; raw sausage stored in same container as ready to eat hot dogs. See Stop Sale.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At dish area; hand wash sink used to store aprons. Operator removed.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At dish area; spray bottle containing degreaser not labeled. Operator labeled.
Food contaminated by unsanitized equipment or utensil. At cook line flip top cooler; employee water bottle stored in shredded cheese. See stop sale.
Oct 18, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows badly damage or is in disrepair at dining area.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment at dining area.
Oct 17, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 12 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Renewal license at time of inspection.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature....raw chicken above raw fish in reach in cooler at kitchen. Manager properly stored.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found.... 1 live roach on the floor by the handwashing sink at kitchen. 7 live roaches underneath speed rack between wall and pizza oven. Approximately 10 live roaches underneath pizza oven at kitchen.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present.... approximately 15 roach droppings underneath speed rack between wall and pizza oven. Approximately over 20 roach droppings underneath pizza oven at kitchen.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked.... chicken wings at reach in cooler at kitchen, food was thawed at reach in cooler two days ago. Manager date marked.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked....multiple chicken soup, chicken sauce, beef soup was cooked 2 days and 3 days ago at walk in cooler. Employee date marked food.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows badly damage or is in disrepair at dining area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils....open employee drink at prep area at kitchen. Employee moved.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor....can food at dry storage shelf by the kitchen.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment at dining area.
Stored food not covered....multiple chicken soup, sauce, beef soup at walk in cooler. Employee covered
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.... oil spray, oil squeezed bottle at kitchen. Employee labeled
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