VERACRUZ RESTAURANT
6418 LAKE WORTH RD, Greenacres FL 33463 · 561-818-4005
Last inspected Jan 13, 2026 · 7 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other during preparation based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicKen over raw fish walk in cooler Removed
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026017303 | Jan 13, 2026 | Jun 18, 2026 | $400 |
| 2--2025069404 | Aug 20, 2025 | Nov 20, 2025 | $200 |
| 2--2019037720 | Jul 19, 2019 | Jan 16, 2020 | $400 |
| 2--2019036035 | Jul 11, 2019 | Aug 1, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jan 13, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In walk in cooler raw ground beef and raw ground pork stored in same container as raw whole muscle steak, discussed with operator who separated products.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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. In reach in cooler Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged snapper bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Discussed with operator see stop sale.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In dry storage room spray bottles of pesticides stored above uncovered single service to go containers, discussed with operator who removed sprays.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink at bar used to dump ice, discussed with operator.
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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. In reach in cooler Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged snapper bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Discussed with operator see stop sale.
Aug 20, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. In kitchen on shelf bottle of medicated lotion stored above clean and sanitized dishes discussed with operator who removed product.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other during preparation based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In reach in cooler at cook line raw chicken stored above raw steak, discussed with operator who corrected storage of products.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In kitchen on shelf bottle of expo marker remover stored above clean and sanitized bowls, discussed with operator who removed product.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No vacuum breaker installed on hose Bibb connection at mop sink in the back of restaurant, discussed with operator to install vacuum breaker.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. In kitchen unlabeled spray bottle containing degreaser next to dish washing machine, discussed with operator who labeled bottle.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. In kitchen under hand washing sink next to back door cove molding broken and missing, discussed with operator to repair and replace.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Water drain pipe to dish washing machine leaking onto floor, discussed with operator to repair pipe.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. At cook line squeeze bottles of cooking oils not labeled discussed with operator who labeled bottles.
Mar 3, 2025Inspection 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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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other during preparation based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicKen over raw fish walk in cooler Removed
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink end of cook line
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. First hand sink at end of bar
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour container
Nov 6, 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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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Under hand sink at bar
Feb 7, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 7, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food....raw pork above tortilla, raw chicken, raw sea food above soup in walk in cooler. Employee properly stored.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature....raw chicken above raw fish in walk in cooler. Employee properly stored
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...potato with chorizo 44° stored food top of another container in flip top reach in cooler at kitchen. Employee removed to acceptable bottom cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times....stored towel in handwashing sink at kitchen, bar at front line, employee removed
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at kitchen, dishwashing area. Employee provided.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked...several multiple cooked food soups, sauces, pork, beef, chicken, salsa in walk in cooler and reach in cooler, per employee food was cooked 2 days ago.
Food stored on floor...soups, onion at walk in cooler. Employee properly stored
Stored food not covered....soups, sauces, cooked pork, cooked beef, red salsa, green salsa at walk cooler and reach in cooler. Employee covered
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner...frozen beef thawing in prep sink at room temperature, employee run water, frozen chicken thawing in room temperature at dishwashing area. Employee removed chicken to walk in cooler.
Jul 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple containers more than 24 hours. Operator corrected all with proper date marks.
No handwashing sign in restrooms, provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Operator posted signage.
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.