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CANTINA AMERICANA

CANTINA AMERICANA has 6 health inspections on file for its LAKE WORTH BEACH location, with an overall rating of 1.9/5. Food safety practices have remained consistent.

Last inspection: 8 months ago · 6 reports on file

604 Lake Avenue
Florida, 33460
Palm Beach County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★½☆☆☆ (1.9/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

8/12/2025· 8mo ago

Visit ID: 13489643

Follow-up Inspection Required

3 high, 2 int, 1 basic

  • 38-04-4:Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in freezer.
  • 03D-02-5:High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. At kitchen, cooked pork (60F - Cooling), per operator, item placed into unit previous day. Item did not reach 41F within 6 hours. See stop sale. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
  • 01B-36-5:High Priority - 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. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. At kitchen, cooked pork (60F - Cooling), per operator, item placed into unit previous day. Item did not reach 41F within 6 hours. See stop sale.
  • 14-86-1:High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. At walk in freezer, Food stored in non food grade bags.
  • 53B-01-5:Intermediate - 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. Warning
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At kitchen, spray bottles unlabeled with chemical substance.

7/23/2025· 8mo ago

Visit ID: 13465871

Met Inspection Standards

3 high, 3 int

  • 03D-02-5:High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In walk in cooler, Pulled pork (50F - Cooling). Operator stated cooked overnight. Not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler, raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat pork. Operator moved eggs to bottom shelf Corrected On-Site
  • 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. In walk in cooler, Pulled pork (50F - Cooling). Operator stated cooked overnight. Not prepared or portioned today.
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. In kitchen, cutting boards soiled and deep cut marks
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At warewashing area, handwashing sink blocks by prep table. Operator moved table to access the hand washing sink. Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. On cook line, no paper towels at hand washing sink. Operator provided paper towels. Corrected On-Site

7/16/2025· 9mo ago

Visit ID: 13463321

Follow-up Inspection Required

2 high, 2 int

  • 35A-02-7:High Priority - Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: Live, small flying insects found Approximately 10 small flying insects at bar landing on pipes underneath sinks. Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-16: Approximately 5 small flying insects at bar, landing on piping and tubing from soda fountain. **Admin Complaint**
  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge-Derrick McCray Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-16: Nicklas Duva 4/7/2021 **Complied** Signature of Recipient Derrick McCray Owner 561-494-
  • 53B-01-5:Intermediate - Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: 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. Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-16: **Time Extended**
  • 08A-20-5:High Priority - Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. At walk in cooler, Raw shell eggs stored over cheese. Advised operator of proper storage. Operator stored correctly. **Corrected On- Site**Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-16: Not observed **Complied**

7/15/2025· 9mo ago

Visit ID: 13459664

2 high, 2 int

  • 35A-02-7:High Priority - Observed: Live, small flying insects found Approximately 10 small flying insects at bar landing on pipes underneath sinks. Priority: High Priority
  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Observed: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge-Derrick McCray Priority: Intermediate
  • 53B-01-5:Intermediate - Observed: 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. Priority: Intermediate
  • 08A-20-5:High Priority - Observed: Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. At walk in cooler, Raw shell eggs stored over cheese. Advised operator of proper storage. Operator stored correctly. Corrected On-SitePriority: High Priority

1/31/2025· 1y 2mo ago

Visit ID: 10769462

Met Inspection Standards

1 basic

  • 32-12-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: Same. **Time Extended**

1/30/2025· 1y 2mo ago

Visit ID: 10760473

Follow-up Inspection Required

4 int, 2 basic

  • 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Warning
  • 16-02-4:Basic - Plans showing dish machine.Dishmachine missing .as per operator he ordered one. Warning
  • 11-27-4:Intermediate - 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. Warning
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For three compartment sink. Warning
  • 11-26-1:Intermediate - 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. Warning
  • 02B-02-5:Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed one for undercooked hamburgers. Warning