Nature's Way Cafe in Lake Worth
Last inspected:
517 Lake Ave, Lake Worth, FL 33460Nature's Way Cafe in Lake Worth has accumulated 137 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.6 per visit. The facility was shut down in April 2022 for rodent and fly activity and faced daily callbacks following the emergency order, with one inspection showing non-compliance. The cafe has received 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. Recurring violations center on clean multi-use utensils, adequate lighting, and single-use item storage.
Most recent closure: April 6, 2022 for rodent & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Nature's Way Cafe in Lake Worth: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
This Facility
4.6
violations / inspection
4.6 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg
3.79
violations / inspection
3.79 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Palm Beach County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Nature's Way Cafe in Lake Worth: Emergency Closure History (1)
Nature's Way Cafe in Lake Worth: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2022003518 | $200.00 | Dec 14, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2022018316 | $400.00 | Apr 7, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale |
Nature's Way Cafe in Lake Worth: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 3 inspections9 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Warning Issued
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 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
— 3 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections8 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Nature's Way Cafe in Lake Worth: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Nature's Way Cafe in Lake Worth last inspected?
- Nature's Way Cafe in Lake Worth was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 24, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Nature's Way Cafe in Lake Worth last shut down?
- Nature's Way Cafe in Lake Worth was last shut down on April 6, 2022 for rodent & fly 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 Nature's Way Cafe in Lake Worth?
- The most frequently cited violations at Nature's Way Cafe in Lake Worth are: Clean multi-use utensils, Single-use items, Adequate lighting.
- How many health inspections has Nature's Way Cafe in Lake Worth had?
- Nature's Way Cafe in Lake Worth has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.6 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Nature's Way Cafe in Lake Worth find?
- Nature's Way Cafe in Lake Worth was most recently inspected on July 24, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Nature's Way Cafe in Lake Worth ever been shut down?
- Yes, Nature's Way Cafe in Lake Worth has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
- Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
- 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 Nature's Way Cafe in Lake Worth faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Nature's Way Cafe in Lake Worth has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Nature's Way Cafe in Lake Worth been fined?
- Nature's Way Cafe in Lake Worth has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 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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