La Bendicion Cafeteria in Lake Worth
Last inspected:
1132 South J Street, Lake Worth, FL 33460LA Bendicion Cafeteria in Lake Worth has accumulated 310 violations across 39 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.9 per visit. The facility has faced 6 disciplinary actions totaling $3,000 in fines, with the largest single penalty at $1,600. Fire safety records document repeated violations involving flammable storage, including propane tanks and gas containers stored near ignition sources and food preparation areas. Recent inspection patterns show administrative complaints recommended multiple times between 2022 and 2024, though compliance has improved in 2025 with three consecutive inspections resulting in minimal violations.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
La Bendicion Cafeteria in Lake Worth: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
This Facility
7.9
violations / inspection
7.9 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg
3.77
violations / inspection
3.77 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Palm Beach County Avg
0.24
closures / facility
0.24 county average
La Bendicion Cafeteria in Lake Worth: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (6)
Total fines on record: $3,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024069360 | — | Sep 13, 2024 | Orlando | |
| 2--2024015279 | $1,600.00 | Mar 5, 2024 | Tampa | |
| 2--2023061816 | $600.00 | Oct 20, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2023023122 | $400.00 | Mar 29, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2022054126 | $200.00 | Sep 21, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2019041326 | $200.00 | Jul 22, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
La Bendicion Cafeteria in Lake Worth: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Flammables stored ( 5 gallon gas containers in dry food storage room ) explained and manager removed the gas container. For reporting purposes only. **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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located one foot from back door. Connected to large deep fat fryerFor reporting purposes only. **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 49-05-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Flammables stored near a source of ignition. For reporting purposes only. TWO 20# gas tanks connected to outside stoves near back door and paper products. close to buildingS. Two feet
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
La Bendicion Cafeteria in Lake Worth: Full Inspection History — DBPR (39)
— 3 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 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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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections37 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections25 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 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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— 4 inspections29 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 8 inspections67 violations · 34 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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La Bendicion Cafeteria in Lake Worth: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was La Bendicion Cafeteria in Lake Worth last inspected?
- La Bendicion Cafeteria in Lake Worth was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 16, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at La Bendicion Cafeteria in Lake Worth?
- The most frequently cited violations at La Bendicion Cafeteria in Lake Worth are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has La Bendicion Cafeteria in Lake Worth had?
- La Bendicion Cafeteria in Lake Worth has had 39 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of La Bendicion Cafeteria in Lake Worth find?
- La Bendicion Cafeteria in Lake Worth was most recently inspected on October 16, 2025 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has La Bendicion Cafeteria in Lake Worth ever been shut down?
- No, La Bendicion Cafeteria in Lake Worth has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has La Bendicion Cafeteria in Lake Worth had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, La Bendicion Cafeteria in Lake Worth has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has La Bendicion Cafeteria in Lake Worth faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, La Bendicion Cafeteria in Lake Worth has 6 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $3,000.00 in fines.
- How much has La Bendicion Cafeteria in Lake Worth been fined?
- La Bendicion Cafeteria in Lake Worth has been fined a total of $3,000.00 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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