El Pueblo Chapin Restaurant in Lake Worth
Last inspected:
1409 Lucerne Ave, Lake Worth, FL 33460El Pueblo Chapin Restaurant in Lake Worth has accumulated 163 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.3 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. The restaurant has faced 6 disciplinary actions totaling $2,040 in fines. Hand washing, utensil sanitation, and food contact surface violations are the most frequently cited issues, with a notable enforcement cluster in late 2021 involving multiple consecutive inspections and administrative complaints.
Most recent closure: July 29, 2019 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Pueblo Chapin Restaurant in Lake Worth: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
This Facility
5.3
violations / inspection
5.3 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
El Pueblo Chapin Restaurant in Lake Worth: Emergency Closure History (1)
El Pueblo Chapin Restaurant in Lake Worth: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (6)
Total fines on record: $2,040.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025066144 | $400.00 | Aug 11, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2025027458 | $400.00 | Feb 10, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2021048213 | $160.00 | Sep 10, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2021036971 | $400.00 | Jul 12, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2019039808 | $400.00 | Jul 29, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2015018693 | $280.00 | Mar 27, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale |
El Pueblo Chapin Restaurant in Lake Worth: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections28 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint 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· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 7 inspections23 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 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.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 6 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
El Pueblo Chapin Restaurant in Lake Worth: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Pueblo Chapin Restaurant in Lake Worth last inspected?
- El Pueblo Chapin Restaurant in Lake Worth was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was El Pueblo Chapin Restaurant in Lake Worth last shut down?
- El Pueblo Chapin Restaurant in Lake Worth was last shut down on July 29, 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 El Pueblo Chapin Restaurant in Lake Worth?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Pueblo Chapin Restaurant in Lake Worth are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has El Pueblo Chapin Restaurant in Lake Worth had?
- El Pueblo Chapin Restaurant in Lake Worth has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Pueblo Chapin Restaurant in Lake Worth find?
- El Pueblo Chapin Restaurant in Lake Worth was most recently inspected on January 6, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has El Pueblo Chapin Restaurant in Lake Worth ever been shut down?
- Yes, El Pueblo Chapin Restaurant in Lake Worth has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V51 (Premises clean) mean?
- Violation 51 (Premises clean) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/51.
- Has El Pueblo Chapin Restaurant in Lake Worth faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Pueblo Chapin Restaurant in Lake Worth has 6 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,040.00 in fines.
- How much has El Pueblo Chapin Restaurant in Lake Worth been fined?
- El Pueblo Chapin Restaurant in Lake Worth has been fined a total of $2,040.00 across 6 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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