Los Catrachos Restaurant in West Palm Beach
Last inspected:
4654 Gun Club Rd Bay #1, West Palm Beach, FL 33415Los Catrachos Restaurant in West Palm Beach has accumulated 255 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.5 per visit. The restaurant was shut down once for roach activity. In January 2024, the facility received an emergency order and was inspected the following day for continued non-compliance. Fire safety records document a blocked exit door with holes, and the restaurant has faced 7 disciplinary actions totaling $1,800 in fines. The most frequently cited violations involve employee health reporting, utensil cleanliness, and ventilation.
Most recent closure: April 27, 2026 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Los Catrachos Restaurant in West Palm Beach: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
This Facility
7.3
violations / inspection
7.3 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg
3.79
violations / inspection
3.79 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Palm Beach County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Los Catrachos Restaurant in West Palm Beach: Emergency Closure History (2)
Los Catrachos Restaurant in West Palm Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (8)
Total fines on record: $2,600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026029414 | $800.00 | Apr 27, 2026 | Tampa | |
| 2--2025038624 | — | Apr 1, 2025 | Tampa | |
| 2--2025010791 | — | Nov 14, 2024 | Tampa | |
| 2--2024043640 | $600.00 | Jul 8, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2023018735 | — | Jan 23, 2023 | Tampa | |
| 2--2022023354 | $600.00 | Mar 31, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2022000360 | $400.00 | Nov 18, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2021036983 | $200.00 | Jul 12, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Los Catrachos Restaurant in West Palm Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Holes on the bottom of the rear exit door.
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
Los Catrachos Restaurant in West Palm Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (39)
— 5 inspections24 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— 7 inspections33 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections17 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections37 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 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 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Los Catrachos Restaurant in West Palm Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Los Catrachos Restaurant in West Palm Beach last inspected?
- Los Catrachos Restaurant in West Palm Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on June 29, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Los Catrachos Restaurant in West Palm Beach last shut down?
- Los Catrachos Restaurant in West Palm Beach was last shut down on April 27, 2026 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 Los Catrachos Restaurant in West Palm Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Los Catrachos Restaurant in West Palm Beach are: Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Los Catrachos Restaurant in West Palm Beach had?
- Los Catrachos Restaurant in West Palm Beach has had 39 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Los Catrachos Restaurant in West Palm Beach find?
- Los Catrachos Restaurant in West Palm Beach was most recently inspected on June 29, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Los Catrachos Restaurant in West Palm Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Los Catrachos Restaurant in West Palm Beach has been emergency-closed 2 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 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.
- 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 Los Catrachos Restaurant in West Palm Beach had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Los Catrachos Restaurant in West Palm Beach has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Los Catrachos Restaurant in West Palm Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Los Catrachos Restaurant in West Palm Beach has 8 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,600.00 in fines.
- How much has Los Catrachos Restaurant in West Palm Beach been fined?
- Los Catrachos Restaurant in West Palm Beach has been fined a total of $2,600.00 across 8 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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