El Rinconcito Colombiano 3 in Lake Worth
Last inspected:
2107 10 Ave N, Lake Worth, FL 33461El Rinconcito Colombiano 3 in Lake Worth has accumulated 208 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.1 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. In August 2024, inspectors documented a spike in violations, returning on consecutive days and recommending administrative complaints. Fire safety records include a citation for gas containers stored next to a water heater in the boiler room, a hazard that persisted under the prior operator Carnitas Lunch in 2018. The facility has faced 6 disciplinary actions totaling $3,200 in fines, with top recurring violations involving employee health reporting, hand washing, and food contact surfaces.
Most recent closure: July 9, 2018 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
El Rinconcito Colombiano 3 in Lake Worth: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
This Facility
6.2
violations / inspection
6.2 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg
3.81
violations / inspection
3.81 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Palm Beach County Avg
0.26
closures / facility
0.26 county average
El Rinconcito Colombiano 3 in Lake Worth: Emergency Closure History (1)
El Rinconcito Colombiano 3 in Lake Worth: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (6)
Total fines on record: $3,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024056021 | $800.00 | Sep 20, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2025003094 | $600.00 | Nov 5, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2024013225 | $400.00 | Feb 15, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2023049068 | $200.00 | Aug 25, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2019043620 | $800.00 | Jul 30, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2018037039 | $400.00 | Jul 11, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale |
El Rinconcito Colombiano 3 in Lake Worth: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 49-03-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Flammables stored/debris present in boiler room. For reporting purposes only. Observed two gas containers next to water heater.
Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (6) Attics, basements, boiler rooms, meter rooms, laundry rooms, and storage rooms shall be kept clean and free of debris and flammables. For reporting purposes only.
El Rinconcito Colombiano 3 in Lake Worth: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 3 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 5 inspections33 violations · 23 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 7 inspections33 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 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· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
El Rinconcito Colombiano 3 in Lake Worth: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Rinconcito Colombiano 3 in Lake Worth last inspected?
- El Rinconcito Colombiano 3 in Lake Worth was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 24, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- When was El Rinconcito Colombiano 3 in Lake Worth last shut down?
- El Rinconcito Colombiano 3 in Lake Worth was last shut down on July 9, 2018 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 Rinconcito Colombiano 3 in Lake Worth?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Rinconcito Colombiano 3 in Lake Worth are: Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has El Rinconcito Colombiano 3 in Lake Worth had?
- El Rinconcito Colombiano 3 in Lake Worth has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Rinconcito Colombiano 3 in Lake Worth find?
- El Rinconcito Colombiano 3 in Lake Worth was most recently inspected on August 24, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has El Rinconcito Colombiano 3 in Lake Worth ever been shut down?
- Yes, El Rinconcito Colombiano 3 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 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 El Rinconcito Colombiano 3 in Lake Worth had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, El Rinconcito Colombiano 3 in Lake Worth has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has El Rinconcito Colombiano 3 in Lake Worth faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Rinconcito Colombiano 3 in Lake Worth has 6 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $3,200.00 in fines.
- How much has El Rinconcito Colombiano 3 in Lake Worth been fined?
- El Rinconcito Colombiano 3 in Lake Worth has been fined a total of $3,200.00 across 6 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has El Rinconcito Colombiano 3 in Lake Worth operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Carnitas Lunch (2018).
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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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