NATURE'S WAY CAFE
804 US HWY 1 STE 10, Lake Park FL 33403 · 5618820211
Last inspected Jul 17, 2026 · 11 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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 Cleanup of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events Handout.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026002552 | Nov 3, 2026 | Feb 23, 2026 | $320 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee wiping gloved hands on soiled towels used to wipe prep station and continued to work with foods without changing gloves first and washing hands; manager educated; employee washed hands
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. cut tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding);on cooler#1 at cook line; as per operator food not prepared or portioned today; food out of temperature for more than four hours; See Stop Sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cut tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding);on cooler#1 at cook line; as per operator food not prepared or portioned today; food out of temperature for more than four hours; See Stop Sale. cheese (52F - Cold Holding) in cooler #1 at cook line; food not prepared or portioned today; food out of temperature for approximately 1 hour; moved to different cooler;
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. diced tomatoes (53-54F - Cooling)at 11:27 to 54-53 F at 12:00 since 10:30; in cooler #1 at cook line; at this rate food will not reach 41 F or below; food placed in reach in freezer;
Jan 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Date of packaging is missing on almond bites for self service cooler at front; advised to date;
Nov 3, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Faucet at three-compartment sink does not reach all compartments. Faucet for compartment on left side of triple sink has been removed and capped off.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. For shrimp ceviche that doesn't get fully cooked prior to being served to customers. Educated operator on proper menu identification of raw animal proteins.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Crab cakes, shrimp ceviche, almond bites, peanut butter bites missing packing address. Educated operator on minimum labeling requirements.
Sep 3, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Faucet at three-compartment sink does not reach all compartments. Faucet for compartment on left side of triple sink has been removed and capped off.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towel stored and in direct contact with cantaloupe at flip top cooler on cook line. Operator removed paper towel.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed Raw turkey bacon over rum cake not in commercial packaging at reach in freezer. Operator stored products properly.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. For shrimp ceviche that doesn't get fully cooked prior to being served to customers. Educated operator on proper menu identification of raw animal proteins.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Glass cleaner spray bottle not labeled by register area. Operator labeled properly.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Crab cakes, shrimp ceviche, almond bites, peanut butter bites missing packing address. Educated operator on minimum labeling requirements.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Employee hand wash sign missing in both restrooms.
Sep 3, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Faucet at three-compartment sink does not reach all compartments. Faucet for compartment on left side of triple sink has been removed and capped off.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towel stored and in direct contact with cantaloupe at flip top cooler on cook line. Operator removed paper towel.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed Raw turkey bacon over rum cake not in commercial packaging at reach in freezer. Operator stored products properly.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. For shrimp ceviche that doesn't get fully cooked prior to being served to customers. Educated operator on proper menu identification of raw animal proteins.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. For shrimp ceviche that does not get fully cooked prior to being served to customers.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Glass cleaner spray bottle not labeled by register area. Operator labeled properly.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Crab cakes, shrimp ceviche, almond bites, peanut butter bites missing packing address. Educated operator on minimum labeling requirements.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Employee hand wash sign missing in both restrooms.
Mar 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Salad heads not washed before cutting Operator placed under running water
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed cucumbers and lemons over shrimp salad and dressings in cooler at that back of the kitchen Advised to store properly
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 10ppm) fixed to 50 ppm
Oct 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 30, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. second line make table - grilled chicken (44F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (51F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (51F - Cold Holding) operator states not portioned or prepared today held overnight and more than 4 hours - see stop sale. Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. first make table - tuna salad (48F - Cooling) 3:55pm operator states prepared at 10:00am - see stop sale., 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. second line make table - grilled chicken (44F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (51F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (51F - Cold Holding) operator states not portioned or prepared today held overnight and more than 4 hours - see stop sale. Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. first make table - tuna salad (48F - Cooling) 3:55pm operator states prepared at 10:00am - see stop sale. first make table - top unit - chicken salad (46F - Cold Holding); curried chicken salad (48F - Cold Holding) operator states not portioned or prepared today held over 4 hours - see stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. second line make table - grilled chicken (44F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (51F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (51F - Cold Holding) operator states not portioned or prepared today held overnight and more than 4 hours - see stop sale. first make table - top unit - chicken salad (46F - Cold Holding); curried chicken salad (48F - Cold Holding) operator states not portioned or prepared today held over 4 hours - see stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. first make table - tuna salad (48F - Cooling) 3:55pm operator states prepared at 10:00am - see stop sale.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Spoons in front counter hand sink - operator removed.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle window cleaner - operator labeled.
Mar 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. At stand up unit front counter container of milk with no date marking, operator stated that milk was opened 2 days prior, operator added date marking
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At dry storage shelf, spray bottle containing glass cleaner not labeled, operator labeled.
Nov 27, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 15, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator primed machine, retested at 0ppm, set up triple sink to chlorine 100ppm.
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 Left side single flip top cooler; sliced turkey (47°F - Cold Holding). Operator stated not prepared or portioned today, being held in overfilled pan inside cooler overnight. See Stop Sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At Left side single flip top cooler; sliced turkey (47°F - Cold Holding). Operator stated not prepared or portioned today, being held in overfilled pan inside cooler overnight. See Stop Sale.
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 Cleanup of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events Handout.
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