Yens Kitchen in Lake Worth
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7364 Lake Worth Rd, Lake Worth, FL 33467Yens Kitchen in Lake Worth has been emergency-closed twice: on February 14, 2025 for fly activity and on December 13, 2023 for roach and rodent activity. The facility has accumulated 149 violations across 20 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection—more than 40 percent above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent and systemic, including employee health reporting violations in at least five recent inspections, shell stock handling violations in four of the past five inspections, food contact surface violations in five consecutive inspections from February through December 2025, and handwashing violations documented in multiple inspections. The facility has been subject to three separate disciplinary actions totaling $4,000 in fines. The most recent inspection on December 9, 2025 documented 30 violations, including six high-priority findings, and an administrative complaint was recommended.
Most recent closure: February 14, 2025 for fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Yens Kitchen in Lake Worth: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
Yens Kitchen in Lake Worth: Emergency Closure History (2)
Yens Kitchen in Lake Worth: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $4,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025073261 | $1,600.00 | Sep 8, 2025 | Tampa | |
| 2--2025038618 | $1,600.00 | Apr 15, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2025010669 | $800.00 | Feb 15, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale |
Yens Kitchen in Lake Worth: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)
— 6 inspections51 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— 3 inspections18 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· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 5 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 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 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Yens Kitchen in Lake Worth: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Yens Kitchen in Lake Worth under active enforcement?
- Records show 3 emergency order inspections between February 14, 2025 and February 15, 2025. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Yens Kitchen in Lake Worth last inspected?
- Yens Kitchen in Lake Worth was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 9, 2025. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Yens Kitchen in Lake Worth last shut down?
- Yens Kitchen in Lake Worth was last shut down on February 14, 2025 for 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 Yens Kitchen in Lake Worth?
- The most frequently cited violations at Yens Kitchen in Lake Worth are: Employee health reporting, Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Yens Kitchen in Lake Worth had?
- Yens Kitchen in Lake Worth has had 20 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Yens Kitchen in Lake Worth find?
- Yens Kitchen in Lake Worth was most recently inspected on December 9, 2025 with 14 violation(s), including 6 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Yens Kitchen in Lake Worth ever been shut down?
- Yes, Yens Kitchen in Lake Worth has been emergency-closed 2 times 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 V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- Has Yens Kitchen in Lake Worth faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Yens Kitchen in Lake Worth has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $4,000.00 in fines.
- How much has Yens Kitchen in Lake Worth been fined?
- Yens Kitchen in Lake Worth has been fined a total of $4,000.00 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).
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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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