Taqueria El Nopal # 2 in Lake Worth
Last inspected:
625 S Dixie Hwy #5-6, Lake Worth, FL 33460Taqueria El Nopal #2 in Lake Worth has been inspected 25 times since 2016, with a record of 126 total violations averaging 5.0 per inspection. The facility was emergency-closed once on September 20, 2016 for roach activity. A disciplinary action resulting in $400 in fines was issued. Employee health reporting violations appeared in 7 of the last 8 inspections, and management awareness violations were cited in 5 of the last 6 inspections, indicating a systemic failure to implement required food safety protocols. High-priority violations including improper hand washing, unapproved food sources, and inadequate time-temperature control have been documented across multiple inspections. The most recent inspection on February 10, 2026 identified 9 violations including 2 high-priority findings related to management awareness and employee health reporting, resulting in an administrative complaint recommendation.
Most recent closure: September 20, 2016 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Taqueria El Nopal # 2 in Lake Worth: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
Taqueria El Nopal # 2 in Lake Worth: Emergency Closure History (1)
Taqueria El Nopal # 2 in Lake Worth: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2016045288 | $400.00 | Sep 22, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
Taqueria El Nopal # 2 in Lake Worth: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Taqueria El Nopal # 2 in Lake Worth: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 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
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 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
— 5 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Taqueria El Nopal # 2 in Lake Worth: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Taqueria El Nopal # 2 in Lake Worth last inspected?
- Taqueria El Nopal # 2 in Lake Worth was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 10, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Taqueria El Nopal # 2 in Lake Worth last shut down?
- Taqueria El Nopal # 2 in Lake Worth was last shut down on September 20, 2016 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 Taqueria El Nopal # 2 in Lake Worth?
- The most frequently cited violations at Taqueria El Nopal # 2 in Lake Worth are: Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting, Employee health policy.
- How many health inspections has Taqueria El Nopal # 2 in Lake Worth had?
- Taqueria El Nopal # 2 in Lake Worth has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Taqueria El Nopal # 2 in Lake Worth find?
- Taqueria El Nopal # 2 in Lake Worth was most recently inspected on February 10, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Taqueria El Nopal # 2 in Lake Worth ever been shut down?
- Yes, Taqueria El Nopal # 2 in Lake Worth has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- 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 V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Taqueria El Nopal # 2 in Lake Worth had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Taqueria El Nopal # 2 in Lake Worth has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Taqueria El Nopal # 2 in Lake Worth faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Taqueria El Nopal # 2 in Lake Worth has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Taqueria El Nopal # 2 in Lake Worth been fined?
- Taqueria El Nopal # 2 in Lake Worth has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Taqueria El Nopal # 2 in Lake Worth operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: La Fritanga Nica (2015-2015).
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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).
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