Kona Bay Cafe in Lantana
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310 E Ocean Ave, Lantana, FL 33462Kona Bay Cafe in Lantana operates under significant food safety compliance challenges. With 24 inspections on record since 2022, the facility has accumulated 126 violations, averaging 5.3 per inspection — comparable to the Florida statewide average but reflecting sustained citation activity. The facility was emergency-closed once on August 30, 2021 for roach activity. A disciplinary action resulted in $400 in fines. High-priority violations have been persistent and recurring: employee health policy violations appeared in 8 of the last 8 inspections; handwashing procedure and proper hand/arm washing violations were cited in 7 of 8 recent inspections; shell stock requirements violations appeared in 3 consecutive inspections (February 2026, September 2025, January 2025). The most recent inspection on February 11, 2026 documented 15 violations including 5 high-priority findings — employee health policy (twice), shell stock requirements (twice), and proper hand/arm washing — and was closed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: August 30, 2021 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Kona Bay Cafe in Lantana: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
Kona Bay Cafe in Lantana: Emergency Closure History (1)
Kona Bay Cafe in Lantana: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2021041625 | $400.00 | Aug 31, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Kona Bay Cafe in Lantana: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 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 · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 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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— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 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
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections23 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Kona Bay Cafe in Lantana: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Kona Bay Cafe in Lantana last inspected?
- Kona Bay Cafe in Lantana was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 24, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Kona Bay Cafe in Lantana last shut down?
- Kona Bay Cafe in Lantana was last shut down on August 30, 2021 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 Kona Bay Cafe in Lantana?
- The most frequently cited violations at Kona Bay Cafe in Lantana are: Employee health reporting, Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Kona Bay Cafe in Lantana had?
- Kona Bay Cafe in Lantana has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Kona Bay Cafe in Lantana find?
- Kona Bay Cafe in Lantana was most recently inspected on April 24, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Kona Bay Cafe in Lantana ever been shut down?
- Yes, Kona Bay Cafe in Lantana 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 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.
- Has Kona Bay Cafe in Lantana faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Kona Bay Cafe in Lantana has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Kona Bay Cafe in Lantana been fined?
- Kona Bay Cafe in Lantana has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 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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