El Empanadazo INC in Lake Worth

Last inspected:

3613 S Military Trl Bay a, Lake Worth, FL 33463
Overview

El Empanadazo Inc in Lake Worth has accumulated 58 violations across 11 inspections since 2024, averaging 5.3 violations per inspection — roughly in line with the statewide average but characterized by a severe pattern of high-priority violations. Management awareness violations and employee health reporting violations have appeared repeatedly across multiple inspections, including in the most recent inspections in March 2026 and February 2025. Shell stock handling requirements have been cited as high-priority violations in four separate inspections (February 2025, March 2026, October 2025, and February 2027), and proper hand and arm washing violations were documented in February 2025. The facility received two administrative complaints recommended in March and October 2026, indicating escalated formal enforcement action. The most recent inspection on March 10, 2026 found 3 violations with a disposition of call back extension given pending, signaling ongoing compliance work.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

12Inspections
58Violations
0Closures
$800in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

El Empanadazo INC in Lake Worth: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages

This Facility 4.8 violations / inspection 4.8 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg 3.78 violations / inspection 3.78 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Palm Beach County Avg 0.24 closures / facility 0.24 county average

El Empanadazo INC in Lake Worth: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $800.00

Disciplinary action history for El Empanadazo INC in Lake Worth
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2026001324 $800.00 Oct 30, 2025 Fort Lauderdale

El Empanadazo INC in Lake Worth: Full Inspection History — DBPR (12)

— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

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

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 5 inspections21 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 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· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

El Empanadazo INC in Lake Worth: Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Empanadazo INC in Lake Worth last inspected?
El Empanadazo INC in Lake Worth was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 9, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at El Empanadazo INC in Lake Worth?
The most frequently cited violations at El Empanadazo INC in Lake Worth are: Employee health reporting, Outer openings protected, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has El Empanadazo INC in Lake Worth had?
El Empanadazo INC in Lake Worth has had 12 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of El Empanadazo INC in Lake Worth find?
El Empanadazo INC in Lake Worth was most recently inspected on May 9, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has El Empanadazo INC in Lake Worth ever been shut down?
No, El Empanadazo INC in Lake Worth has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
Has El Empanadazo INC in Lake Worth faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, El Empanadazo INC in Lake Worth has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
How much has El Empanadazo INC in Lake Worth been fined?
El Empanadazo INC in Lake Worth has been fined a total of $800.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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