MENCHIE'S LANTANA SQUARE
6169 S JOG RD #6A, Lake Worth FL 33467 · 561.357.9914
Last inspected Jun 15, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately 7 live small flying insects in kitchen landing on clean equipment and walls. Advised operator to eliminate flies clean and sanitize.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025001558 | Dec 27, 2024 | Jul 9, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jun 15, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
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. Not available at time of inspection.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. At rear entrance to establishment.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Light not functioning.
Apr 16, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Approximately 3-4 Live small flying insects found at ice cream machines in back production area, 1 at floor drain in corner of far left ice cream machine
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink in back production area. Unable to dispense in bathroom.
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. Not available at time of inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink in back production area. Unable to dispense in bathroom.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. At rear entrance to establishment.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Light not functioning.
Apr 14, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Approximately 3-4 Live small flying insects found at ice cream machines in back production area, 1 at floor drain in corner of far left ice cream machine
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 12/1/25.
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. Not available at time of inspection. Bodily fluids procedure emailed to operator.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink in back production area. Unable to dispense in bathroom.
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. Not available at time of inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink in back production area. Unable to dispense in bathroom.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. At rear entrance to establishment.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Light not functioning.
Apr 30, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
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. Operator provided one expired food handler certificate onsite.
Feb 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary
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.
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. Operator provided one expired food handler certificate onsite.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door to kitchen
Dec 28, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 27, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 4 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately 7 live small flying insects in kitchen landing on clean equipment and walls. Advised operator to eliminate flies clean and sanitize.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 11 rodent droppings in kitchen dry storage areas near back door. Advised operator to remove, clean and sanitize areas.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator provided paper towels.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance (sanitizer) not labeled. Advised Operator to label.
Oct 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 14, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed at rear kitchen in dry storage approximately 5 flying insects on floor, and 6 flying insects on water pipes.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. I printed operator form and employee signed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed behind employees locker.
Aug 11, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust. Observed air return by restrooms with Accumulation.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Double repeat violation.
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.