Restaurante La Perla Escondida in Lake Worth
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717 N Dixie Hwy, Lake Worth, FL 33460Restaurante La Perla Escondida in Lake Worth has averaged 5.75 violations per inspection across 20 inspections since 2022, slightly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent, with handwashing and employee health policy violations appearing repeatedly across eight of the most recent inspections. Food contact surface violations and improper cooking temperatures have also been cited multiple times. The facility received two disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. A fire safety violation was documented in 2015 for an oversized propane tank stored inside the building. The most recent inspection on December 19, 2025 identified 12 violations including three high-priority handwashing violations and three food condition violations, with the inspection completed and no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Restaurante La Perla Escondida in Lake Worth: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
Restaurante La Perla Escondida in Lake Worth: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2021048612 | $400.00 | Sep 14, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2020005279 | $200.00 | Jan 13, 2020 | Miami (Doral) |
Restaurante La Perla Escondida in Lake Worth: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued
Restaurante La Perla Escondida in Lake Worth: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)
— 3 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 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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— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Restaurante La Perla Escondida in Lake Worth: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Restaurante La Perla Escondida in Lake Worth last inspected?
- Restaurante La Perla Escondida in Lake Worth was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 19, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Restaurante La Perla Escondida in Lake Worth?
- The most frequently cited violations at Restaurante La Perla Escondida in Lake Worth are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health policy, Handwashing procedures.
- How many health inspections has Restaurante La Perla Escondida in Lake Worth had?
- Restaurante La Perla Escondida in Lake Worth has had 20 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Restaurante La Perla Escondida in Lake Worth find?
- Restaurante La Perla Escondida in Lake Worth was most recently inspected on December 19, 2025 with 6 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Restaurante La Perla Escondida in Lake Worth ever been shut down?
- No, Restaurante La Perla Escondida 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 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 V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?
- Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.
- Has Restaurante La Perla Escondida in Lake Worth had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Restaurante La Perla Escondida in Lake Worth has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Restaurante La Perla Escondida in Lake Worth faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Restaurante La Perla Escondida in Lake Worth has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Restaurante La Perla Escondida in Lake Worth been fined?
- Restaurante La Perla Escondida 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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