SENOR LECHON Y MAS LLC
4576 CRESTHAVEN BLVD, West Palm Beach FL 33415 · 4079480822
Last inspected Feb 12, 2026 · 13 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between C and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Presence of insects, or other pests. Approximately 6 live weevils in rice storage container. See stop sale
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Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Feb 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple Sink (Chlorine 10ppm). Operator added chlorine to 100ppm.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee washing dishes then put on gloves and began preparing empanadas without washing hands. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands and changed gloves.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee washed and rinsed visibly soiled single use gloves and then continued preparing food wearing same gloves. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands, changed gloves.
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. At soup well; cooked beans (89F - Reheating 11:45/102F 12:15). Operator stated beans reheating in soup well for 1 hour 30 minutes prior to first temperature, at this rate will not reach 165F for 15 seconds within 2 hours, moved to stove top reheated rapidly to 165F for 15 seconds.
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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. 1 Employee working less than 60 days no proof or reporting responsibility. Operator informed employee during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance (bleach) not labeled. Operator labeled.
Oct 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
7 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Employee handled raw chicken then handled bread without washing hands. Advised operator on proper hand washing procedures.
Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched face while rubbing eyes then prepared food without washing hands. Advised operator of proper hand washing procedures.
Presence of insects, or other pests. Approximately 6 live weevils in rice storage container. See stop sale
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. Reach in freezer outside Raw lobster tail wrapped in pan over ready to eat chicken. Operator moved raw item to bottom of freezer.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Presence of insects, or other pests. Approximately 6 live weevils in rice storage container. See stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam table cooked chicken (125F - Hot Holding); cooked pork (125F - Hot Holding) Operator stated chicken and pork were cooked prior to being held less than 1 hour. Operator put in oven to reheat to 165F.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Insecticide stored above unwashed produce. Operator removed.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Coffee station Milk no date mark, operator stated opened 4 days prior. Advised operator to date mark.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Prep area left of steam table Cooked yuca (86F - Cooling) at 12:30 since 12:00 at 83F at 1:25. At this rate item won't reach 70F within 2 hours. Operator moved into freezer to bring to 70F within 2 hours. Prep area next to 3 compartment sink cut tomato (47F - Cooling)at 12:20 since 12:00 58F at 1:15; at this rate item won't reach 41F within 4 hours. Operator placed in ice bath to facilitate faster cooling.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Establishment expanded into adjacent suite adding increase seating.
Aug 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Establishment expanded into adjacent suite adding increased seating.
Jun 19, 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 Intermediate1 Basic
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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/. Establishment expanded into adjacent suite adding increased seating and bar with no hand wash sink. Added ice cream scooping station and dessert display cabinet at front counter. No plan review submitted or approved.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Establishment expanded into adjacent suite adding increased seating.
Jun 18, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched garbage can/soiled bag of garbage while changing bags from can and then handled clean knife and cooked potatoes while cutting without washing hands. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands and changed gloves.
Live, small flying insects found. 3 live, small flying insects in dinning room flying on inside of window. 1 live, small flying insect in back storage area. Advised Operator to eliminate live, small flying insects.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Server handled soiled dishes while removing from tables and then handled clean utensils and cups while scooping ice and preparing drinks for customers without washing hands. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employees exiting and reentering kitchen/building doing multiple tasks without changing single-use gloves. Operator discussed with employees who then washed hands and changed gloves.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. At sliding glass door reach-in cooler; cooked pork (100F - Cooling 2:45/100F 3:20). Operator stated cooling for 20 minutes, at this rate will not reach 70F within 2 hours, uncovered, split into smaller containers and moved to reach in freezer to facilitate faster cooling.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at front line hand wash sink. Operator provided paper towels.
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/. Establishment expanded into adjacent suite adding increased seating and bar with no hand wash sink. Added ice cream scooping station and dessert display cabinet at front counter. No plan review submitted or approved.
No soap provided at front line hand wash sink. Operator provided soap.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Establishment expanded into adjacent suite adding increased seating.
Mar 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
7 High priority0 Intermediate0 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. Observed chef touch household insect spray then began handling clean pan of cooked pork in oven; no hand wash. Chef washed hands.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Tamales and empanadas stored inside cardboard box in reach in freezer; tamales and empanadas in direct contact with cardboard box. Advised operator to store properly.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed insect spray stored above reach in cooler beside hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator removed from establishment.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At double door stainless steel reach in freezer: raw shrimp in ziplock bag stored above empanadas with cooked beef. At double door stainless steel reach in freezer: raw beef stored above empanadas with pizza sauce and cheese. Not all products commercially packaged. Operator stored properly.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At glass door reach in cooler: raw pork and raw lobster stored over cooked pork. Operator stored properly.
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 cooler: raw chicken stored over raw pork; not all products commercially packaged. Operator stored properly.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed insect spray stored above reach in cooler beside hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator removed.
Feb 25, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 8, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment has only 1 hand washing sink, has added an outdoor smoker cooker, outdoor refrigeration, outdoor ice machine, outdoor walk-in cooler, removed indoor prep sink, no plans submitted or approved.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Nov 7, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. Employee handled soiled dishes while rinsing and washing and then handled clean dishes while placing to dry without washing hands. Advised Operator of proper hand washing.
Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched face and then handled ice scoop and clean cup to prepare drink for customer without washing hands. Advised Operator of proper hand washing.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At steam table; cooked pulled pork (117F - Hot Holding); cooked chicken (114F - Hot Holding); cooked yucca (108F - Hot Holding). Operator stated items cooked prior to being placed in steam table, held for 2 hours, moved to be reheated to 165F.
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment has only 1 hand washing sink, has added an outdoor smoker cooker, outdoor refrigeration, outdoor ice machine, outdoor walk-in cooler, removed indoor prep sink, no plans submitted or approved.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some 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 some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Nov 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 9 high priority.
9 High priority6 Intermediate0 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. Employee entered kitchen through rear exit door and began preparing food without washing hands. Advised Operator of proper hand washing.
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. Employee handled soiled dishes while rinsing and washing and then handled clean dishes while placing to dry without washing hands. Advised Operator of proper hand washing.
Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched face and then handled ice scoop and clean cup to prepare drink for customer without washing hands. Advised Operator of proper hand washing.
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched visibly soiled wiping cloth, apron, outside of rear exit door while entering kitchen and began preparing food without washing hands. Advised Operator of proper hand washing.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At sliding glass door reach in cooler; raw steak over cooked pork. Operator moved raw steak to bottom shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At Flip top cooler; sliced cheese (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (50F - Cold Holding). Operator stated not prepared or portioned today, held overfilled in pans on make top for 2 hours, moved overfilled portion to reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At steam table; cooked pulled pork (117F - Hot Holding); cooked chicken (114F - Hot Holding); cooked yucca (108F - Hot Holding). Operator stated items cooked prior to being placed in steam table, held for 2 hours, moved to be reheated to 165F.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Stainless steel polish stored over prep table and ready to eat batter. Operator removed.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Triple Sink (Chlorine 200+ppm). Operator diluted to chlorine 100ppm.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided paper towels.
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment has only 1 hand washing sink, has added an outdoor smoker cooker, outdoor refrigeration, outdoor ice machine, outdoor walk-in cooler, removed indoor prep sink, no plans submitted or approved.
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. Provided reporting agreement.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided soap.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some 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 some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Feb 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 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 setup chlorine 0 ppm,employee changed the solution. chlorine 100 ppm
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bleach spray bottle not labeled. Manager labeled.
Food stored on floor. Bag of onions stored on floor in dry food storage room. Employee moved bag on to shelf
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under Green cutting board. Explained and employee removed the towel.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container not labeled. Manager labeled
Feb 14, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 13, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority7 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Beans 121 f, yuca 125 f, as per manager less than 2 hours. Manager turned up the heat setting.
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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dumping ice in front counter hand sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen hand sink. Manager stocked paper towel roll.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
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. Emailed one.
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. Drank brown color beverage in plastic glass without lid. Manager discarded the drink.
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.