Rhum Shack
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2025
43
Score
Across the available record, Rhum Shack has 13 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 25, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around four violations per visit lately, up from roughly one violation before.
“Stop sale issued on time/temperature control” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
The city-wide average sits at 77, which Rhum Shack's 43 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
13
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over High Noon beverage cans in walk in cooler. Manager rearranged. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. provolone cheese 45 f as per chef in Filip top cooler since 10 am currently time 2:42 pm ( not stored flat . Stored round part upright ) **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. provolone cheese 45 f as per chef in Filip top cooler since 10 am currently time 2:42 pm ( not stored flat . Stored round part upright )
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dumping ice in hand sink at the main bar. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Back room bar not on the approved plans. Already on the warning. Follow-up callback April 28 2025
51-16-7
Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Knife stored between wall and hand sink at the second bar in the back room. Manager removed the knife. **Corrected On-Site**
24-14-4
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Open foam cup of water on top shelf of prep table on cook line. Manager discarded the cup. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-12-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Personal monster drink stored with and above food in glass door cooler.. explained. Manager moved drink to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Plastic pan corner broken. Manager discarded the pan. **Corrected On-Site**
14-38-4
43
Mar 20, 2025
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Water leaking from sprayer hose. ( cloth towel wrapped ) **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-20: Same. **Time Extended**
29-08-4
95
Mar 3, 2025
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
90
Feb 26, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
90
Jan 22, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
82
Sep 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Same **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-21: same **Time Extended**
14-17-4
95
Jul 18, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
39
Feb 14, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly 0ppm. **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. chili (90°F-110°F - Reheating); gravy (112°F - Reheating) in steam table for over 3 hours. See stop sale. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. chili (90°F-110°F - Reheating); gravy (112°F - Reheating) in steam table for over 3 hours. See stop sale. **Warning**
03E-02-5
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Sesame seared Ahi Tuna on menu serving undercooked tuna. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Basic - Cook personal keys stored in or above a food preparation area, on prep table at cook line. Cook removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris above steam table. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table at cook line. Cook removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
47
Aug 21, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
52
Jun 22, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
52
Jun 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
61
Nov 22, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-22: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair-at wash area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-22: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rhum Shack last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rhum Shack on file is from Mar 25, 2025. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rhum Shack?
Across the inspection record, “stop sale issued on time/temperature control” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Rhum Shack.
How does Rhum Shack compare to other restaurants in Lake Worth?
Rhum Shack most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Lake Worth average of 77.
Has Rhum Shack's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Rhum Shack have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Rhum Shack 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 Rhum Shack inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rhum Shack is inspected around six times per year on average.
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