La Cabana Latin Grill

2677 Forest Hill Blvd Ste 117-118, West Palm Beach, FL 33406
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026
33
Score
High Risk

Public records show seven inspections at La Cabana Latin Grill stretching back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 26, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “time/temperature control for safety food cold held”, showing up two times.

By comparison, the average West Palm Beach facility scores 79, putting La Cabana Latin Grill on the weaker side. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

7
Inspections
2
Critical latest
4
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 26, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
33
Sep 2, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 4 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
61
Feb 11, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 10, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine (over the counter pain reliever) improperly stored in kitchen on top of microwave . Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-07-4
High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Employee entered establishment from rear exit, washed hands at hand wash sink with no soap and then began preparing food. Discussed with employee who then washed hands properly with soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-20-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. No tag on/for original container of in-shell clams. See stop sale. **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At Drawers under grill; cooked pork (50F - Cold Holding); raw beef (50F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding). At Lift top cooler; cut tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (47F - Cold Holding). Operator stated items not prepared or portioned today, held in unit(s) less than 3 hours, moved to triple door stainless reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at bar hand wash sink. Operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams. See stop sale. **Warning**
01C-01-4
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. At pan on lift top cooler; cooked rice (87F - Cooling 1:50pm/83F 2:20pm). Operator stated cooling for 30 minutes, at this rate will not reach 70F within 2 hours, moved to reach in cooler to facilitate faster cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at bar hand wash sink. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
37
Aug 20, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 19, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Establishment serving Swai raw in ceviche, no proof of parasite destruction. Swai must be fully cooked (145F for 15 seconds) or discarded. **Warning**
01D-01-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At triple door stainless upright reach in cooler; raw shell eggs stored over cooked chicken. Operator moved raw shell eggs to lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At cook line Flip top cooler; cut tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); sour cream (46F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (46F - Cold Holding). Operator stated items not prepared or portioned today, held in cooler for 2 hours, moved to upright reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. At bar; house made tomato salsa, no date mark. Operator stated salsa prepared 8/14, applied appropriate date mark. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. At kitchen; cooked rice (96F - Cooling 1:55pm/96F - Cooling 2:20pm). Operator stated cooling for 30 minutes, at this rate will not reach 70F within 2 hours, split into smaller pans and moved to reach in cooler to facilitate faster cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03D-15-4
52
Mar 5, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Cabana Latin Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Cabana Latin Grill on file is from Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Cabana Latin Grill?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Cabana Latin Grill.

How does La Cabana Latin Grill compare to other restaurants in West Palm Beach?

La Cabana Latin Grill most recently scored 33 out of 100, which is lower than the West Palm Beach average of 79.

Has La Cabana Latin Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Cabana Latin Grill have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at La Cabana Latin Grill 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 La Cabana Latin Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Cabana Latin Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.