Gators Shack in Loxahatchee

Last inspected:

5088 Seminole Pratt Whitney Rd, Loxahatchee, FL 33470
Overview

Gators Shack has been emergency-closed once, on August 21, 2025, for fly activity. The facility has accumulated 145 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.6 violations per inspection, slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been recurring and persistent, particularly food contact surface violations documented in nearly every recent inspection, along with repeated handwashing and employee health reporting violations. The facility has also faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines. Most recent inspections show continued compliance issues: on October 22, 2025, an administrative complaint was recommended after 12 violations were found including time as control and food contact surface violations; the October 23 inspection resulted in a call back compliance after 6 additional violations.

Most recent closure: August 21, 2025 for fly activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

26Inspections
145Violations
1Closures
$1,800in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Gators Shack in Loxahatchee: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages

This Facility 5.6 violations / inspection 5.6 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg 3.77 violations / inspection 3.77 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Palm Beach County Avg 0.24 closures / facility 0.24 county average

Gators Shack in Loxahatchee: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Gators Shack in Loxahatchee
DateReasonReopened
Fly activity 11:38:00

Gators Shack in Loxahatchee: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)

Total fines on record: $1,800.00

Disciplinary action history for Gators Shack in Loxahatchee
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2025090497 $600.00 Oct 22, 2025 Miami (Doral)
2--2025062843 $800.00 Aug 21, 2025 Miami (Doral)
2--2024047222 $200.00 Jul 16, 2024 Miami (Doral)
2--2021035729 $200.00 Jun 29, 2021 Miami (Doral)

Gators Shack in Loxahatchee: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)

— 5 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 6 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections14 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections11 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

Gators Shack in Loxahatchee: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gators Shack in Loxahatchee under active enforcement?
Records show 3 emergency order inspections between August 21, 2025 and August 22, 2025. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
When was Gators Shack in Loxahatchee last inspected?
Gators Shack in Loxahatchee was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 23, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was Gators Shack in Loxahatchee last shut down?
Gators Shack in Loxahatchee was last shut down on August 21, 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 Gators Shack in Loxahatchee?
The most frequently cited violations at Gators Shack in Loxahatchee are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Outer openings protected.
How many health inspections has Gators Shack in Loxahatchee had?
Gators Shack in Loxahatchee has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Gators Shack in Loxahatchee find?
Gators Shack in Loxahatchee was most recently inspected on October 23, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Gators Shack in Loxahatchee ever been shut down?
Yes, Gators Shack in Loxahatchee has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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.
What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
Has Gators Shack in Loxahatchee faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Gators Shack in Loxahatchee has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,800.00 in fines.
How much has Gators Shack in Loxahatchee been fined?
Gators Shack in Loxahatchee has been fined a total of $1,800.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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