THELIMON CALIX
1412 LUCERNE AVE, Lake Worth FL 33460 · 561.586.5866
Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 24 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2019009497 | Feb 20, 2019 | Apr 3, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 11, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed nonfood-grade plastic thank you bags being used to store turkey meat in reach in freezer.
Operator unable to provide documentation for source of fish. Observed parrot fish being stored in reach in cooler. Operator unable to provide documentation for source of fish. See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Operator unable to provide documentation for source of fish. Observed parrot fish being stored in reach in cooler. Operator unable to provide documentation for source of fish.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. cooked rice and beans (50F - Cooling for 3 hours at 11:30, 50F at 12:05); raw fish (48F - Cooling for 3 hours at 11:30, 48F at 12:05) cooling in covered containers in reach in cooler. Operator moved items to reach in freezer to quick chill.
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No soap provided at handwash sink at kitchen area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Build up of grease and food debris underneath cook line equipment.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall soiled with food debris on triple sink wall.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm at triple sink. Operator added chlorine to solution, retesting at 100ppm.
Feb 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Plastic thank you shopping bags used to store baked potatoes and beans in reach in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. boiled plantains (93F - Hot Holding) at steam table for less than 2 hours per operator. Operator placed on stove top a began reheating to 165F.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen and both bathrooms.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Leak residue on tiles at front counter.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches on wall near utility line above triple sink. Operator removed and sanitized area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Heavy accumulation of grease and food debris on floor behind cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cook line hood filters heavily soiled with grease build up.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall soiled with food splatter throughout kitchen area.
Oct 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. In reach in cooler, black trash bag used to store fresh spinach
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In reach in freezer, raw pork stored on top of frozen spinach. Operator moved pork to bottom shelf
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In employee bathroom, no paper towels provided. Operator provided paper towels
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In dining rooms, ceiling tiles are soiled with water leaks. At front counter,
Food stored on floor. Fryer oil boxes stored on floor. Operator moved boxes to shelf Water bottles stored on floor at front counter. Operator moved water to shelf
Oct 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Thank you to go bags used to store food in upright freezer. Explained.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Employee handled soiled dishes then started to cut green peppers without washing hands. Explained and she washed hands and put on gloves.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Thank you to go bag stored in kitchen hand sink. Explained and operator removed the bag.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Rice, spinach cooked onsite on Tuesday today is Thursday not date marked. Manager marked the date
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. All expired 10/07/2022
Food stored on floor. Box of oil stored on floor by upright cooler. Explained.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back door
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken in a bag thawing at room temperature on three compartment sink drain board at room temperature. Temperaturé 34 f. Explained and she started cooking now.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. washcloth bucket chlorine 0 ppm. No bleach. Operator bought from the store. Tested chlorine 100 ppm.
Jul 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked Chicken drumsticks thawing at room temperature in three compartment sink. Temperature 61 f
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 Cooked Chicken drumsticks thawing at room temperature in three compartment sink. Temperature 61 f
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spinach 122 f, beans 127 f as per operator both hot holding less than 3 hours. Advised to reheat to 165 f
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
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. As per operator no paper towels available.bAdvised to put napkins.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Kitchen hand sink. Operators put medium size dish soap container from three compartment sink..
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles showing water damage throughout.
Food stored on floor. Boxes of oil stored on floor. Manager moved to the shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Cooked Chicken drumsticks thawing at room temperature in three compartment sink. Temperature 61 f
Mar 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Meat in freezer
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. rice (56F - Cooling) at 11:20 am to 56F at 11:35 am since 7:00 am
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Stained ceiling tiles
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Two door reach in freezer unclean
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. In standing water in triple sink
Sep 13, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Grocery bags storing several food items In two door freezer unit and freezer chest
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. Raw chicken over raw beef both not commercially packaged in two door freezer.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. raw shell eggs (90F - Cold Holding) over prep table. Operator states eggs out over four hours.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. raw shell eggs (90F - Cold Holding) over prep table. Operator states eggs out over four hours.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles stained
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. All cutting boards under prep table
Food stored on floor. Pork on floor
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Kitchen hand sink
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelving over prep table unclean
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer unclean
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelving under prep table
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw pork defrosting room temperature Raw Turkey in sink
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt bucket
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.