Gou Lakay &american Taste in Delray Beach
Last inspected:
229 Se 2 Ave Ste 1, Delray Beach, FL 33483Gou Lakay & American Taste in Delray Beach has accumulated 127 violations across 27 inspections since 2017, averaging 4.7 per visit. The facility was shut down three times for rodent and roach activity. State records show six disciplinary actions totaling $2,500 in fines, with the largest penalty reaching $800. Most frequently cited violations involve protecting outer openings, cleaning multi-use utensils, and maintaining food contact surfaces.
Most recent closure: December 2, 2025 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Gou Lakay &american Taste in Delray Beach: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
This Facility
4.7
violations / inspection
4.7 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg
3.77
violations / inspection
3.77 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Palm Beach County Avg
0.24
closures / facility
0.24 county average
Gou Lakay &american Taste in Delray Beach: Emergency Closure History (3)
Gou Lakay &american Taste in Delray Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (7)
Total fines on record: $3,300.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025086629 | $800.00 | Dec 2, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2025037423 | $200.00 | Apr 17, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2021058863 | $300.00 | Nov 15, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2021043058 | $800.00 | Sep 14, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2021001494 | $800.00 | Dec 15, 2020 | Tampa | |
| 2--2020056904 | — | Dec 15, 2020 | Orlando | |
| 2--2016018122 | $400.00 | Apr 6, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
Gou Lakay &american Taste in Delray Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 4 inspections18 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections16 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations · Assigned to Inspector
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations · Administrative determination recommended
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Gou Lakay &american Taste in Delray Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Gou Lakay &american Taste in Delray Beach last inspected?
- Gou Lakay &american Taste in Delray Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 4, 2025. The result was: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
- When was Gou Lakay &american Taste in Delray Beach last shut down?
- Gou Lakay &american Taste in Delray Beach was last shut down on December 2, 2025 for roach & 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 Gou Lakay &american Taste in Delray Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Gou Lakay &american Taste in Delray Beach are: Clean multi-use utensils, Outer openings protected, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Gou Lakay &american Taste in Delray Beach had?
- Gou Lakay &american Taste in Delray Beach has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Gou Lakay &american Taste in Delray Beach find?
- Gou Lakay &american Taste in Delray Beach was most recently inspected on December 4, 2025 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
- Has Gou Lakay &american Taste in Delray Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Gou Lakay &american Taste in Delray Beach has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?
- Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Gou Lakay &american Taste in Delray Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Gou Lakay &american Taste in Delray Beach has 7 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $3,300.00 in fines.
- How much has Gou Lakay &american Taste in Delray Beach been fined?
- Gou Lakay &american Taste in Delray Beach has been fined a total of $3,300.00 across 7 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.
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