Veracruz Restaurant in Greenacres
Last inspected:
6418 Lake Worth Rd, Greenacres, FL 33463Veracruz Restaurant in Greenacres has accumulated 136 violations across 30 inspections since 2018, averaging 4.5 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach activity. In 2021, when the location operated as Margaritas Mexican Restaurant, inspectors documented three 15-pound propane tanks connected to a portable stove inside the kitchen, a hazard that persisted through at least two inspections that year. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,000 in fines.
Most recent closure: July 18, 2019 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Veracruz Restaurant in Greenacres: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
This Facility
4.5
violations / inspection
4.5 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg
3.77
violations / inspection
3.77 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Palm Beach County Avg
0.24
closures / facility
0.24 county average
Veracruz Restaurant in Greenacres: Emergency Closure History (2)
Veracruz Restaurant in Greenacres: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025069404 | $200.00 | Aug 20, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2019037720 | $400.00 | Jul 19, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2019036035 | $400.00 | Jul 11, 2019 | Tampa |
Veracruz Restaurant in Greenacres: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
Observed 3 15 lbs propane tanks connect to portable stove in kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2021-11-15: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
Observed 3 15 lbs propane tanks connect to portable stove in kitchen.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Veracruz Restaurant in Greenacres: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 5 inspections23 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 12 inspections39 violations · 21 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 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· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Veracruz Restaurant in Greenacres: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Veracruz Restaurant in Greenacres last inspected?
- Veracruz Restaurant in Greenacres was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 13, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Veracruz Restaurant in Greenacres last shut down?
- Veracruz Restaurant in Greenacres was last shut down on July 18, 2019 for roach 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 Veracruz Restaurant in Greenacres?
- The most frequently cited violations at Veracruz Restaurant in Greenacres are: Proper hand/arm washing, Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Veracruz Restaurant in Greenacres had?
- Veracruz Restaurant in Greenacres has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Veracruz Restaurant in Greenacres find?
- Veracruz Restaurant in Greenacres was most recently inspected on January 13, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Veracruz Restaurant in Greenacres ever been shut down?
- Yes, Veracruz Restaurant in Greenacres has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- Has Veracruz Restaurant in Greenacres had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Veracruz Restaurant in Greenacres has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Veracruz Restaurant in Greenacres faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Veracruz Restaurant in Greenacres has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
- How much has Veracruz Restaurant in Greenacres been fined?
- Veracruz Restaurant in Greenacres has been fined a total of $1,000.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Veracruz Restaurant in Greenacres operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Margaritas Mexican Restaurant (2021-2021).
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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).
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