Empire King INC in Lake Worth
Last inspected:
2491 10 Ave N, Lake Worth, FL 33461Empire King Inc in Lake Worth operated as a Risk Level 2 permanent food service establishment with 28 seats. Across 25 inspections from 2023 to January 2026, the facility accumulated 139 violations, averaging 5.6 per inspection, slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations dominated the record, particularly recurring employee health reporting issues (cited in at least 8 inspections), improper hand and arm washing (at least 7 inspections), and management awareness failures (at least 2 inspections). A disciplinary action resulting in a $200 fine was issued during this period. The facility has no record of emergency closures. The most recent inspection on January 6, 2026 documented 12 violations including four employee health violations and three handwashing violations, with the inspection completed and no further action required. The prior inspection on August 12, 2025 prompted a warning after 12 violations including three high-priority findings, with a call back compliance inspection on August 13, 2025. An administrative complaint was recommended after a September 5, 2024 inspection that found 10 violations including improper employee health policy and chemical storage violations.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Empire King INC in Lake Worth: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
Empire King INC in Lake Worth: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2022045386 | $200.00 | Aug 17, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale |
Empire King INC in Lake Worth: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Empire King INC in Lake Worth: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Empire King INC in Lake Worth last inspected?
- Empire King INC in Lake Worth was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 24, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Empire King INC in Lake Worth?
- The most frequently cited violations at Empire King INC in Lake Worth are: Proper ventilation, Employee health reporting, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Empire King INC in Lake Worth had?
- Empire King INC in Lake Worth has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Empire King INC in Lake Worth find?
- Empire King INC in Lake Worth was most recently inspected on August 24, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Empire King INC in Lake Worth ever been shut down?
- No, Empire King INC in Lake Worth has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?
- Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
- Has Empire King INC in Lake Worth faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Empire King INC in Lake Worth has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Empire King INC in Lake Worth been fined?
- Empire King INC in Lake Worth has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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