Aj's American Grill in Lake Worth

Last inspected:

6316 Lantana Rd Ste 43-46, Lake Worth, FL 33463
Overview

AJ's American Grill in Lake Worth has accumulated 228 violations across 32 inspections since 2017, averaging 7.1 per visit. The facility was shut down in May 2025 for rodent and fly activity. The restaurant has faced 6 disciplinary actions totaling $4,175 in fines, with the largest penalty at $1,840. Recent inspection patterns show escalating enforcement: the facility received a warning in January 2025, followed by an emergency order in May 2025, and most recently an administrative complaint in February 2026 with 13 violations including 6 high-priority citations.

Most recent closure: May 28, 2025 for rodent & fly activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

32Inspections
228Violations
1Closures
$4,175in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Aj's American Grill in Lake Worth: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages

This Facility 7.1 violations / inspection 7.1 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg 3.77 violations / inspection 3.77 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Palm Beach County Avg 0.24 closures / facility 0.24 county average

Aj's American Grill in Lake Worth: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Aj's American Grill in Lake Worth
DateReasonReopened
Rodent & fly activity 09:18:00

Aj's American Grill in Lake Worth: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (6)

Total fines on record: $4,175.00

Disciplinary action history for Aj's American Grill in Lake Worth
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2025063140 $1,200.00 Jul 29, 2025 Orlando
2--2025042590 $400.00 May 28, 2025 Fort Lauderdale
2--2025024599 $300.00 Jan 29, 2025 Tampa
2--2019045463 $275.00 Aug 8, 2019 Miami (Doral)
2--2019028586 $160.00 May 16, 2019 Miami (Doral)
2--2015036578 $1,840.00 Jul 7, 2015 Panama City Beach

Aj's American Grill in Lake Worth: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)

— 1 inspection8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 6 inspections31 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 8 inspections33 violations · 21 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections31 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

Aj's American Grill in Lake Worth: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Aj's American Grill in Lake Worth last inspected?
Aj's American Grill in Lake Worth was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 23, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
When was Aj's American Grill in Lake Worth last shut down?
Aj's American Grill in Lake Worth was last shut down on May 28, 2025 for rodent & fly 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 Aj's American Grill in Lake Worth?
The most frequently cited violations at Aj's American Grill in Lake Worth are: Outer openings protected, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting.
How many health inspections has Aj's American Grill in Lake Worth had?
Aj's American Grill in Lake Worth has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Aj's American Grill in Lake Worth find?
Aj's American Grill in Lake Worth was most recently inspected on February 23, 2026 with 13 violation(s), including 6 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
Has Aj's American Grill in Lake Worth ever been shut down?
Yes, Aj's American Grill in Lake Worth has been emergency-closed 1 time 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 Aj's American Grill in Lake Worth faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Aj's American Grill in Lake Worth has 6 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $4,175.00 in fines.
How much has Aj's American Grill in Lake Worth been fined?
Aj's American Grill in Lake Worth has been fined a total of $4,175.00 across 6 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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