A & E Caribbean Cafe & Bakery in Lake Worth

Last inspected:

6073 Lake Worth Rd, Lake Worth, FL 33463
Overview

A & E Caribbean Cafe & Bakery in Lake Worth has a record of serious and recurring violations across 23 inspections spanning nearly a decade, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection. The facility has faced two disciplinary actions totaling $2,800 in fines. High-priority violations have appeared persistently across multiple inspection cycles, with shell stock requirements cited in at least six inspections, hand-washing violations in at least five inspections, management awareness failures in six inspections, and employee health policy violations in at least four inspections. Additional recurring high-priority findings include chemical storage, food contact surface sanitation, consumer advisory requirements, and proper cooking temperatures. The most recent inspection on February 26, 2026 documented 21 violations including three high-priority findings (management awareness, toxic substance control, and food contact surfaces), though the inspection was completed with no further action. Prior inspections triggered administrative complaints on multiple occasions, including October 2025 (hand-washing violations), August 2025 (30 violations across six high-priority categories), January 2025 (shell stock and chemical storage), September 2024 (management awareness and employee health reporting), and December 2023.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
124Violations
0Closures
$2,800in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

A & E Caribbean Cafe & Bakery in Lake Worth: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages

This Facility 5.4 violations / inspection 5.4 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg 3.77 violations / inspection 3.77 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Palm Beach County Avg 0.24 closures / facility 0.24 county average

A & E Caribbean Cafe & Bakery in Lake Worth: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $2,800.00

Disciplinary action history for A & E Caribbean Cafe & Bakery in Lake Worth
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2025066514 $1,600.00 Aug 12, 2025 Fort Lauderdale
2--2025024584 $1,200.00 Jan 28, 2025 Tampa

A & E Caribbean Cafe & Bakery in Lake Worth: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections24 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections15 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection4 violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections15 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

A & E Caribbean Cafe & Bakery in Lake Worth: Frequently Asked Questions

When was A & E Caribbean Cafe & Bakery in Lake Worth last inspected?
A & E Caribbean Cafe & Bakery in Lake Worth was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 26, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at A & E Caribbean Cafe & Bakery in Lake Worth?
The most frequently cited violations at A & E Caribbean Cafe & Bakery in Lake Worth are: Toilet facilities, Proper hand/arm washing, Shell stock requirements.
How many health inspections has A & E Caribbean Cafe & Bakery in Lake Worth had?
A & E Caribbean Cafe & Bakery in Lake Worth has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of A & E Caribbean Cafe & Bakery in Lake Worth find?
A & E Caribbean Cafe & Bakery in Lake Worth was most recently inspected on February 26, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has A & E Caribbean Cafe & Bakery in Lake Worth ever been shut down?
No, A & E Caribbean Cafe & Bakery in Lake Worth has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
Has A & E Caribbean Cafe & Bakery in Lake Worth faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, A & E Caribbean Cafe & Bakery in Lake Worth has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,800.00 in fines.
How much has A & E Caribbean Cafe & Bakery in Lake Worth been fined?
A & E Caribbean Cafe & Bakery in Lake Worth has been fined a total of $2,800.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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