Natural Blends Lake Worth
Last inspected: Mar 27, 2026
52
Score
Public records show seven inspections at Natural Blends Lake Worth stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 27, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around seven violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance”, which has been cited two times.
Restaurants in Lake Worth average 77, so Natural Blends Lake Worth trails the local norm. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 27, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
52
Nov 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used
FL-45
55
Mar 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee went from register to handling smoothie machine Hands not washed in between. Educated on site
12A-16-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths Quaternary
16-37-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vent and tiles in dining room over front counter
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board at bane Marie at front counter
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Lid to strawberries cracked
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up in freezer chests
14-69-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Band Marie in back kitchen
29-49-6
58
Nov 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm); operator switched to chlorine; tested at 50 ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
22-43-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. sprouts (50F - Cold Holding)in unit at the back of the kitchen; food on top of other food containers; food not prepared or portioned today; out of temperature for less than four hours; moved on the bottom of the cooler; **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer- quaternary solution in three compartment sink,not tested;
16-33-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin at the back of the kitchen
22-20-5
58
Jan 18, 2024
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 3 major violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on 12/01/2023
50-17-3
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee put on gloves without washing hands. Explained and he washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs over lettuce in upright glass door cooler. Explained and manager rearranged. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Three compartment sink quat 0 ppm, manager put sanitizer tablets. Checked quat 200 ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Light yellow color liquid spray bottle not labeled. Manager labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in three compartment sink. Explained
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. Dial thermometer starts at 10° C.
05-03-4
41
Jul 11, 2023
Routine - Food
6 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink in kitchen not working/unable to dispense soap. Operation refilled. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-06-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink in kitchen not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed blocked with multiple plastic 1 gallon jugs. Operator removed. **Corrective Action Taken**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in front. Operator refilled.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marking on any prepared product.
02C-02-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed stored on the counters, not returned to sanitizer buckets. Operator returned. **Corrective Action Taken**
21-09-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed in mop bucket full of water. Operator removed and placed to dry **Corrective Action Taken**
42-01-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
47
Nov 14, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-14: **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-14: **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing yellow toxic substance (possibly bleach) hanging in mop sink area, not labeled. - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-14: **Time Extended**
41-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of to go cups stored on the floor. - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-14: **Time Extended**
25-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-14: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Only 2021 license display. - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-14: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - A minimum of one bathroom facility is not available for public use. - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-14: **Time Extended**
32-09-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Natural Blends Lake Worth last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Natural Blends Lake Worth on file is from Mar 27, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Natural Blends Lake Worth?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Natural Blends Lake Worth.
How does Natural Blends Lake Worth compare to other restaurants in Lake Worth?
Natural Blends Lake Worth most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Lake Worth average of 77.
Has Natural Blends Lake Worth's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Natural Blends Lake Worth have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Natural Blends Lake Worth 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 Natural Blends Lake Worth inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Natural Blends Lake Worth is inspected around two times per year on average.
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