RHUM SHACK
802 LAKE AVE, Lake Worth FL 33460
Last inspected Mar 25, 2025 · 19 visits since August 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.
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≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. 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 5 live flies on beer cases outside kitchen near bar entry way.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
7 cases · $4,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024067443 | Nov 21, 2024 | Apr 17, 2025 | $400 |
| 2--2024055505 | Sep 21, 2024 | Feb 26, 2025 | $800 |
| 2--2024042505 | Jul 18, 2024 | Feb 5, 2025 | $800 |
| 2--2022008962 | Jan 25, 2022 | Nov 14, 2022 | — |
| 2--2021043011 | Sep 15, 2021 | Feb 11, 2022 | $800 |
| 2--2021000380 | Dec 21, 2020 | Mar 15, 2021 | $800 |
| 2--2018001880 | Jan 4, 2018 | Feb 1, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
19 visits, newest first
Mar 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over High Noon beverage cans in walk in cooler. Manager rearranged.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. provolone cheese 45 f as per chef in Filip top cooler since 10 am currently time 2:42 pm ( not stored flat. Stored round part upright )
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. provolone cheese 45 f as per chef in Filip top cooler since 10 am currently time 2:42 pm ( not stored flat. Stored round part upright )
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dumping ice in hand sink at the main bar.
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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/. Back room bar not on the approved plans. Already on the warning. Follow-up callback April 28 2025
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Knife stored between wall and hand sink at the second bar in the back room. Manager removed the knife.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Open foam cup of water on top shelf of prep table on cook line. Manager discarded the cup.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Personal monster drink stored with and above food in glass door cooler.. explained. Manager moved drink to bottom shelf.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Plastic pan corner broken. Manager discarded the pan.
Mar 20, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Plumbing system in disrepair. Water leaking from sprayer hose. ( cloth towel wrapped )
Mar 19, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 18 violations recorded, 7 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
7 High priority5 Intermediate6 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. peel and eat shrimp 48 f-49 f cooked on 03/17 cooling overnight,
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. peel and eat shrimp 48 f-49 f cooked on 03/17 cooling overnight,
Live, small flying insects found 4 flying around by bar 3 compartment sink.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Can of Raid for flying insects.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Wahoo salad 43 f prepared on 03/09 today is 03/19, not used within 7 days of preparation.was never frozen.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1 on the floor in the corner of back room ( produce cooler area ) 1 on the floor by bag n box cabinet in produce cooler room
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.,yellow rice 45 cold holding f, spinach dip 55 f, prepared on 03/15 cold holding in glass door cooler in the kitchen. As per cook both were outside of the cooler for the orders for the lunch.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. peel and eat shrimp 48 f-49 f cooked on 03/17 cooling overnight,
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Walk in cooler curtain strip stored in kitchen hand sink. Cook removed the curtain strip.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dumping ice in bar hand sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Blue color liquid spray bottle not labeled at the bar. Cook labeled sanitizer.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach by bag n box closet 1 dead roach under not in use 3 compartment sink by produce cooler 1 dead roach in not in use three compartment sink by produce cooler 1 dead roach on floor next to produce cooler
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Foam cup of dark beverage without lid on prep table. Cook discarded the cup.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. At the bar ice bin.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board on prep table.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Water leaking from sprayer hose. ( cloth towel wrapped )
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Pulled pork thawing in plastic container at room temperature in the kitchen. Still frozen solid. Cook moved pork to walk in cooler.
Mar 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Across ovens in kitchen.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment on cook line. Operator removed.
Feb 26, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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/. On old plans Rudy's standup bar is part of the Rhum Shack now. On the Southside door marked Back of the Rhum Shack. Please submit plans to DHR.PLANREVIEW@myfloridalicense.com
Feb 25, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
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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Live, small flying insects found 10 plus flying around by three compartment sink at the main Bar. 10 plus flying around at the back bar. Operator sprayed and killed some.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1 rodent droppings behind chest freezer on cook line ( main bar kitchen ) 8 rodent droppings around hot water heater at the back bar. 1 under not plumbed 3 compartment sick at the back bar. 1 next to unused ice machine at the back bar. manager cleaned and sanitized all area.
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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/. On old plans Rudy's standup bar is part of the Rhum Shack now. On the Southside door marked Back of the Rhum Shack. Please submit plans to DHR.PLANREVIEW@myfloridalicense.com
Feb 25, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found 10 plus flying around by three compartment sink at the main Bar. 10 plus flying around at the back bar. Operator sprayed and killed some.
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Three compartment sink quat 0 ppm,
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shrimps stored over tomatoes in walk in cooler. Manager removed the shrimp container.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1 rodent droppings behind chest freezer on cook line ( main bar kitchen ) 8 rodent droppings around hot water heater at the back bar. 1 under not plumbed 3 compartment sick at the back bar. 1 next to unused ice machine at the back bar. manager cleaned and sanitized all area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Large strainer stored in hand sink at the back bar.
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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/. On old plans Rudy's standup bar is part of the Rhum Shack now. On the Southside door marked Back of the Rhum Shack. Please submit plans to DHR.PLANREVIEW@myfloridalicense.com
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. 6 Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged Tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. In glass door cooler. Tuna temperature 41 f. Explained. Manager punctured the hole in the package.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook preparing food without any hair restraint for loose head hair.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife stored between wall and three compartment sink back door. Manager removed the knife.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Cooked chicken thawing at room temperature on prep table. Still frozen solid. Cook put chicken to walk in cooler.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength., washcloth bucket quat 0 ppm, manager put sanitizer tablet. Quat 200 ppm,
Jan 22, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 21, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 4 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Chef did not wash hands prior to handling food items from flip top cooler.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately 5 live flies on beer cases outside kitchen near bar entry way.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Five rodent droppings in reach in cooler used for storage in kitchen. Unit storing tortillas, chips, and uncooked pasta. Chef removed items and cleaned and sanitized interior to reach in cooler.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Tuna in glass reach in cooler Operator removed from packaging
Nov 21, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 21, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 2 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 priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 9 rodent droppings on top of electric panel next to glass door cooler in the kitchen. Manager cleaned and sanitized the area
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in ice machine. Explained. Manager stored handle above ice.
Sep 21, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Sep 20, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1 rodent dropping in a metal pan next to ice machine in the kitchen 2 rodent droppings on the floor on the side of the ice machine 5 in plastic pan on table in between ice machine and glass door cooler in the kitchen 1 on top of hot water heater ( small room next to ice machine. Manager cleaned all.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Sep 19, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 6 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 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. Advised to setup 3 compartment sink to sanitize the dishes.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1 rodent dropping in a metal pan next to ice machine in the kitchen 2 rodent droppings on the floor on the side of the ice machine 5 in plastic pan on table in between ice machine and glass door cooler in the kitchen 1 on top of hot water heater ( small room next to ice machine. Manager cleaned all.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Swiss cheese 47 f, ( 2 hours ) salsa 50 ( 1.5 hour ) explained. Not prepared or portioned today. Manager put both in walk in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. AC vents soiled in the kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Cooked cut chicken breast thawing at room temperature on wire shelve in the kitchen. Temperature 39 f. As per manager pulled an hour ago. Explained and manager moved chicken to walk in cooler.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jul 19, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 18, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 9 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 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 10 plus flying around at the bar in dining room
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1. 25 rodent droppings on top of the hot water heater ( in small mop sink room without the door in the kitchen ) 2. 9 rodent droppings on floor under dishwasher area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chili 97 f, second contain of chili 105 f, reheating2 hours 30 minutes as per chef.
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Chili 97 f, second contain of chili 105 f, reheating2 hours 30 minutes as per chef.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Time marked on butter no plan. ( posted laminated plan is blank. Nothing filled. Explained. )
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Brisket cooked on Tuesday today is Thursday not date marked.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook preparing food without any hair restraint for loose head hair.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand sink across from walk in cooler draining very slow.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. 2 bags of shrimps thawing in stainless steel container on prep table. Shrimps still frozen solid. Manager moved shrimps to the walk in cooler.
Feb 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 14, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 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 0ppm.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. chili (90°F-110°F - Reheating); gravy (112°F - Reheating) in steam table for over 3 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. chili (90°F-110°F - Reheating); gravy (112°F - Reheating) in steam table for over 3 hours. See stop sale.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Sesame seared Ahi Tuna on menu serving undercooked tuna.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cook personal keys stored in or above a food preparation area, on prep table at cook line. Cook removed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table at cook line. Cook removed.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris above steam table.
Aug 21, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over cooked brisket in walk in cooler. Removed.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. butter (77F - Cold Holding); on cook line. Per operator butter not prepped or portioned today. Removed from cooler less than four hours. Placed in cooler. TPHC document sent to operator.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Strainer in hand sink at bar. Removed.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cups as scoops in bread crumbs and flour container
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents in walk in cooler
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm); set up Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm)
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water in front of ice machine At end of triple sink at bar
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.