Lopez Cafe in Belle Glade
Last inspected:
572 E Canal St S, Belle Glade, FL 33430Lopez Cafe in Belle Glade has been emergency-closed twice, both times for rodent activity on January 16, 2024 and November 13, 2023. The facility has accumulated 100 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 3.8 violations per inspection. Four disciplinary actions totaling $3,600 in fines were issued. High-priority violations have been concentrated in employee health reporting, shell stock requirements, and handwashing compliance, with employee health reporting cited in 5 of the last 6 inspections. Fire safety violations included a propane tank stored inside the building, cooking equipment with no hood suppression system, and electrical wiring in disrepair. The most recent inspection on January 29, 2026 resulted in Call Back - Complied after a prior warning was issued on January 28, 2026 for four high-priority violations including repeated employee health reporting and shell stock requirement failures.
Most recent closure: January 16, 2024 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Lopez Cafe in Belle Glade: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
Lopez Cafe in Belle Glade: Emergency Closure History (2)
Lopez Cafe in Belle Glade: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $3,600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025015409 | $1,800.00 | Jan 14, 2025 | Tampa | |
| 2--2024004274 | $800.00 | Jan 16, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2023064987 | $800.00 | Nov 14, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2022053415 | $200.00 | Sep 19, 2022 | Miami (Doral) |
Lopez Cafe in Belle Glade: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Lopez Cafe in Belle Glade: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections7 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Lopez Cafe in Belle Glade: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Lopez Cafe in Belle Glade last inspected?
- Lopez Cafe in Belle Glade was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 29, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Lopez Cafe in Belle Glade last shut down?
- Lopez Cafe in Belle Glade was last shut down on January 16, 2024 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Lopez Cafe in Belle Glade?
- The most frequently cited violations at Lopez Cafe in Belle Glade are: Employee health reporting, Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Lopez Cafe in Belle Glade had?
- Lopez Cafe in Belle Glade has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Lopez Cafe in Belle Glade find?
- Lopez Cafe in Belle Glade was most recently inspected on January 29, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Lopez Cafe in Belle Glade ever been shut down?
- Yes, Lopez Cafe in Belle Glade has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Lopez Cafe in Belle Glade had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Lopez Cafe in Belle Glade has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Lopez Cafe in Belle Glade faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Lopez Cafe in Belle Glade has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $3,600.00 in fines.
- How much has Lopez Cafe in Belle Glade been fined?
- Lopez Cafe in Belle Glade has been fined a total of $3,600.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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