Hook Fish & Chicken in West Palm Beach
Last inspected:
5701 N Australian Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33407Hook Fish & Chicken in West Palm Beach has accumulated 188 violations across 33 inspections since 2017, averaging 5.7 per visit. The facility was shut down three times for rodent and roach activity. Recent enforcement shows a pattern of repeated violations and emergency orders, with six administrative complaints and emergency orders issued between 2022 and 2025, resulting in $3,600 in fines. Recurring violations include improper hand washing procedures, employee health reporting failures, and inadequate utensil sanitation.
Most recent closure: August 15, 2024 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Hook Fish & Chicken in West Palm Beach: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
This Facility
5.7
violations / inspection
5.7 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg
3.77
violations / inspection
3.77 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Palm Beach County Avg
0.24
closures / facility
0.24 county average
Hook Fish & Chicken in West Palm Beach: Emergency Closure History (3)
Hook Fish & Chicken in West Palm Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (6)
Total fines on record: $3,600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025042566 | $800.00 | May 6, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2024050377 | $400.00 | Jul 30, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2024047525 | $800.00 | Aug 15, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2024017747 | $400.00 | Mar 4, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2022029444 | $800.00 | Jun 14, 2022 | Tampa | |
| 2--2020040548 | $400.00 | Aug 8, 2020 | Miami (Doral) |
Hook Fish & Chicken in West Palm Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections15 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 5 inspections21 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 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· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— 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
— 3 inspections17 violations · 5 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Hook Fish & Chicken in West Palm Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hook Fish & Chicken in West Palm Beach last inspected?
- Hook Fish & Chicken in West Palm Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 17, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Hook Fish & Chicken in West Palm Beach last shut down?
- Hook Fish & Chicken in West Palm Beach was last shut down on August 15, 2024 for roach & rodent 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 Hook Fish & Chicken in West Palm Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hook Fish & Chicken in West Palm Beach are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Hook Fish & Chicken in West Palm Beach had?
- Hook Fish & Chicken in West Palm Beach has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hook Fish & Chicken in West Palm Beach find?
- Hook Fish & Chicken in West Palm Beach was most recently inspected on February 17, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Hook Fish & Chicken in West Palm Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Hook Fish & Chicken in West Palm Beach has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has Hook Fish & Chicken in West Palm Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Hook Fish & Chicken in West Palm Beach has 6 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $3,600.00 in fines.
- How much has Hook Fish & Chicken in West Palm Beach been fined?
- Hook Fish & Chicken in West Palm Beach has been fined a total of $3,600.00 across 6 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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