Cantina Americana
Last inspected: Aug 12, 2025
50
Score
Cantina Americana has been inspected eight times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 12, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
The pattern that stands out is “cooked/heated time/temperature control”, which has been cited two times.
Cantina Americana's latest score of 50 falls below the Lake Worth average of 77. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
8
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 12, 2025
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. At kitchen, cooked pork (60F - Cooling), per operator, item placed into unit previous day. Item did not reach 41F within 6 hours. See stop sale. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. At kitchen, cooked pork (60F - Cooling), per operator, item placed into unit previous day. Item did not reach 41F within 6 hours. See stop sale.
01B-36-5
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. At walk in freezer, Food stored in non food grade bags.
14-86-1
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At kitchen, spray bottles unlabeled with chemical substance.
41-17-4
Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in freezer.
38-04-4
50
Jul 23, 2025
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 3 major violations.
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High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In walk in cooler, Pulled pork (50F - Cooling). Operator stated cooked overnight. Not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale
03D-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler, raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat pork. Operator moved eggs to bottom shelf **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. In walk in cooler, Pulled pork (50F - Cooling). Operator stated cooked overnight. Not prepared or portioned today.
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. In kitchen, cutting boards soiled and deep cut marks
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At warewashing area, handwashing sink blocks by prep table. Operator moved table to access the hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. On cook line, no paper towels at hand washing sink. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
47
Jul 16, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations.
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High Priority - Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: Live, small flying insects found Approximately 10 small flying insects at bar landing on pipes underneath sinks. Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-16: Approximately 5 small flying insects at bar, landing on piping and tubing from soda fountain. **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. At walk in cooler, Raw shell eggs stored over cheese. Advised operator of proper storage. Operator stored correctly. **Corrected On- Site**Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-16: Not observed **Complied**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-16: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge-Derrick McCray Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-16: Nicklas Duva 4/7/2021 **Complied** Signature of Recipient Derrick McCray Owner 561-494-
53A-01-7
61
Jul 15, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Observed: Live, small flying insects found Approximately 10 small flying insects at bar landing on pipes underneath sinks. Priority: High Priority
35A-02-7
High Priority - Observed: Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. At walk in cooler, Raw shell eggs stored over cheese. Advised operator of proper storage. Operator stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**Priority: High Priority
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Observed: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge-Derrick McCray Priority: Intermediate
53A-01-7
Intermediate - Observed: No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Priority: Intermediate
53B-01-5
61
Jan 31, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: Same. **Time Extended**
32-12-5
95
Jan 30, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed one. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed one for undercooked hamburgers. **Warning**
02B-02-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed one. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For three compartment sink. **Warning**
16-37-1
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Warning**
32-12-5
Basic - Plans showing dish machine.Dishmachine missing .as per operator he ordered one. **Warning**
16-02-4
61
Apr 19, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - Basic - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination different than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants.
03G-50-1
Intermediate - Clams not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
82
Dec 1, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cantina Americana last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cantina Americana on file is from Aug 12, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cantina Americana?
Across the inspection record, “cooked/heated time/temperature control” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cantina Americana.
How does Cantina Americana compare to other restaurants in Lake Worth?
Cantina Americana most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Lake Worth average of 77.
Has Cantina Americana's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cantina Americana have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Cantina Americana means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Cantina Americana inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cantina Americana is inspected around three times per year on average.
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