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KANTO ASIAN STREET FOOD

720 LAKE AVE, Lake Worth Beach FL 33460 · (561) 429-4147

Last inspected Aug 12, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats49
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6021495
Grade history
JUL 24
NOV 24
SEP 25
DEC 25
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on shelf in dry storage area used to store clean plates. Observed 1 live roach on floor underneath dry storage rack. Observed 1 live roach on wall next to sugar in dry storage area. Observed approximately 5 live roaches on floor surrounding soiled tea bag packet. Observed 1 live roach on bathroom floor.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2025071499Sep 25, 2025Oct 22, 2025$400

Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Aug 12, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 11, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 18 violations recorded, 9 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

9 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed 2 small flying insects flying around and landing on kitchen garbage can.
High priority/35A-02-8/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork stored above ready to eat noodles and cooked pork in kitchen reach in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6/Warning
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on shelf in dry storage area used to store clean plates. Observed 1 live roach on floor underneath dry storage rack. Observed 1 live roach on wall next to sugar in dry storage area. Observed approximately 5 live roaches on floor surrounding soiled tea bag packet. Observed 1 live roach on bathroom floor.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Roach excrement and/or droppings present on top of quaternary dispenser above triple sink.
High priority/35A-23-4/Warning
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed employee drop off soiled cups at triple sink and then immediately handle a plate of ready to eat customer food without first washing hands. Reviewed handwashing requirements with employee. Employee washed hands.
High priority/12A-02-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
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. Tapioca boba pearls (77F - Cold Holding) not prepped or portioned today stored at room temperature at front prep counter. Per employee item was left out of cooler overnight. Employee discarded.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Tapioca boba pearls (77F - Cold Holding) not prepped or portioned today stored at room temperature at front prep counter. Per employee item was left out of cooler overnight. Employee discarded. See stop sale.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked rice (123F - Hot Holding) holding in rice cooker in dry storage. Per employee, item has been stored for approximately 2 hours. Unit was turned off. Operator plugged unit back in and began reheating to 165F.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. 200ppm at front prep sink. Operator dumped solution.
High priority/41-27-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. cooked pork (90F - Cooling for 30 minutes at 2:20, 89F at 3:00) cooling in covered pan in dry storage area cooler. Employee removed top to help increase cooling rate.
Intermediate/03D-15-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing surface cleaner not labeled at front counter area.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 3 dead roaches on floor underneath dry storage area cooler. Observed 1 dead roach on quaternary dispenser above triple sink.
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored on in use prep table in kitchen.
Basic/12B-07-4/Warning
Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Wood storage container used in kitchen reach in cooler.
Basic/14-25-5/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of food debris in dry storage area.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Single used egg cartons used at food storage platforms in kitchen reach in cooler.
Basic/25-32-4/Warning
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of single service cups stored on floor of front prep area.
Basic/25-05-4/Warning
Dec 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. In kitchen on prep table, cutting boards is soiled with mold like substance. Dis seed with operator to properly clean or replace.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Spray bottle containing a toxic substance not labeled. At front counter, two spray bottles containing sanitizer not labeled with common name. Employee labeled with common name.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Repeat Violation
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. In storage area by kitchen entrance, reach in cooler doers solid with food debris.
Basic/23-24-4/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. In kitchen, fryer oil and cans on coco ilk stored on floor. Employee moved items to shelf.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. In kitchen, tongs stored on door handle of oven. Operator removed rings and out to wash.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. In kitchen, microwave soiled with food debris.
Basic/23-03-4
Sep 26, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 25, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1) Observed approximately 3 live roaches, in kitchen, on wall behind reach in cooler next to back kitchen exit door. 2) Observed approximately 2 live roaches in between wall and baseboard behind clean dish ware rack, in kitchen. 3) Observed 1 live roach on clean dish ware stored on dish ware rack, in kitchen. 4) Observed 1 live roach on floor in front of flip top cooler, in kitchen. 5) observed 1 live roach on wall, above triple sink.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
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 vomit and diarrhea cleanup procedures to operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed cooked pork, prepared onsite, stored inside freezer without date marking. Per operator, food prepared approximately 6 days ago. Operator put date mark on food.
Intermediate/02C-04-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottles containing clear and green unknown solutions, stored at front counter sink. Per operator, bottles filled with bleach water and soap. Operator labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed grease buildup on toaster over door at cook line.
Basic/23-24-4/Warning
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle in kitchen. Operator removed.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of food debris around chest freezer door rim.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drink stored inside reach in freezer in kitchen. Employee removed.
Basic/12B-13-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Nov 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

4 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. three compartment sink chlorine over 200 ppm, manager changed the solution. Chlorine 100 ppm
High priority/22-42-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Dishwasher handled soiled dishes then handled clean dishes without washing hands. Explained and he washed hands.
High priority/12A-13-4/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Employee washing dishes then rinsing and putting away for air drying. Explained wash,Rinse, sanitize and air dry. Manager setup the sink for employees. three compartment sink chlorine over 200 ppm. Explained. manager changed the solution. Chlorine 100 ppm. Employee sanitized the dishes in three compartment sink.
High priority/22-45-4/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw shrimps stored over cooked pork in upright freezer. Explained and chef rearranged.
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Clear liquid spray bottle by cashier register not labeled. Manager labeled bleach.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In use personal water bottle stored with and above food in upright cooler and another one in upright freezer. Explained and chef moved both to bottom shelf.
Basic/08B-49-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Explained and chef removed the cloth towel.
Basic/21-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Jul 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. Emailed one
Intermediate/11-27-4
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Manager labeled bleach water for tables.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink by three compartment sink. Know in disrepair ( turning 360 degrees no hot water. ) manager fixed the knob. Water temperature115 f
Intermediate/27-16-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice spatula in standing water next to rice cooker at server station. Water temperature 80 f. Employee dumped the water.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Forks and spoons. Manager stored handle side up.
Basic/24-18-4/Corrected On-Site
Jan 4, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 3, 2023Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken not commercially packaged over cooked beef in reach in freeze at cook line; reversed
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner -in the adjacent area from kitchen; advised operator to invert;
Basic/24-05-4/Warning
No hot running water at mop sink.
Basic/27-10-4/Warning

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.