Carvel

6608 Hypoluxo Rd, Lake Worth, FL 33467
Frozen Desserts
Last inspected: Apr 20, 2026
61
Score
Medium Risk

Going back to 2022, Carvel has five inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 20, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around six violations each, up from closer to three violations before.

When inspectors have written things up, “carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The city-wide average sits at 76, which Carvel's 61 doesn't quite reach. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 20, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. At wash basin at triple sink. **Corrected On-Site**
29-37-4
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. 48F while in frozen ice cream at front display freezer.
05-06-4
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Hand sink near entrance to back prep area.
31B-06-4
Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Clean food storage pans and lids stored on rack that has an accumulation of rust.
24-06-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Cake chest freezer, stainless reach in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 100ppm) Observed with multiple rags in bucket. Advised operator to get fresh quaternary sanitizing liquid.
21-08-4
61
Jun 2, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/DIANA BASCH 2/25/20 **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-02: DIANA BASCH 2/25/20 **Warning** **Admin Complaint**
53A-03-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors at Front counter under all equipment **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-02: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
86
Apr 1, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Jul 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-05-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
82
Sep 1, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Carvel last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Carvel on file is from Apr 20, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Carvel?

Across the inspection record, “carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Carvel.

How does Carvel compare to other restaurants in Lake Worth?

Carvel most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Lake Worth average of 76.

Has Carvel's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Carvel have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Carvel means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Carvel inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Carvel is inspected roughly once per year on average.