Clave Restaurant & Bar in Lake Worth
Last inspected:
819 Lake Ave, Lake Worth, FL 33460Sofra Mediterranean Cuisine in Lake Worth has accumulated 147 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.6 per visit. The facility was shut down three times for rodent and roach activity. Recent enforcement history shows an active pattern of non-compliance: in February 2023, inspectors returned on four consecutive days (Feb 18, 20, 21) finding violations despite emergency orders, and in August 2025, a warning was issued for nine violations including five high-priority citations. The restaurant has faced three disciplinary actions totaling $1,600 in fines.
Most recent closure: February 17, 2023 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Clave Restaurant & Bar in Lake Worth: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
This Facility
4.5
violations / inspection
4.5 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg
3.81
violations / inspection
3.81 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Palm Beach County Avg
0.26
closures / facility
0.26 county average
Clave Restaurant & Bar in Lake Worth: Emergency Closure History (3)
Clave Restaurant & Bar in Lake Worth: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023014745 | $400.00 | Feb 23, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2020011780 | $800.00 | Feb 27, 2020 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2019052701 | $400.00 | Oct 15, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale |
Clave Restaurant & Bar in Lake Worth: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 3 inspections13 violations · 5 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 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· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections26 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 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)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 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
— 3 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Emergency order recommended
— 6 inspections17 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Clave Restaurant & Bar in Lake Worth: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Clave Restaurant & Bar in Lake Worth last inspected?
- Clave Restaurant & Bar in Lake Worth was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 27, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Clave Restaurant & Bar in Lake Worth last shut down?
- Clave Restaurant & Bar in Lake Worth was last shut down on February 17, 2023 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 Clave Restaurant & Bar in Lake Worth?
- The most frequently cited violations at Clave Restaurant & Bar in Lake Worth are: Proper hand/arm washing, Handwashing procedures, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Clave Restaurant & Bar in Lake Worth had?
- Clave Restaurant & Bar in Lake Worth has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Clave Restaurant & Bar in Lake Worth find?
- Clave Restaurant & Bar in Lake Worth was most recently inspected on August 27, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Clave Restaurant & Bar in Lake Worth ever been shut down?
- Yes, Clave Restaurant & Bar in Lake Worth has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- What does Florida violation V38 (Waste properly disposed) mean?
- Violation 38 (Waste properly disposed) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/38.
- Has Clave Restaurant & Bar in Lake Worth faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Clave Restaurant & Bar in Lake Worth has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,600.00 in fines.
- How much has Clave Restaurant & Bar in Lake Worth been fined?
- Clave Restaurant & Bar in Lake Worth has been fined a total of $1,600.00 across 3 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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