Thelimon Calix
Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026
50
Score
Across the available record, Thelimon Calix has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 24, 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 seven violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food”, which has been cited two times.
The city-wide average sits at 77, which Thelimon Calix's 50 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
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Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 24, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
50
Oct 10, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
61
Oct 3, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Thank you to go bags used to store food in upright freezer. Explained. **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Employee handled soiled dishes then started to cut green peppers without washing hands. Explained and she washed hands and put on gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Thank you to go bag stored in kitchen hand sink. Explained and operator removed the bag. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Rice, spinach cooked onsite on Tuesday today is Thursday not date marked. Manager marked the date **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
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. All expired 10/07/2022
53B-05-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Box of oil stored on floor by upright cooler. Explained. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back door
35B-03-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. washcloth bucket chlorine 0 ppm. No bleach. Operator bought from the store. Tested chlorine 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken in a bag thawing at room temperature on three compartment sink drain board at room temperature. Temperaturé 34 f. Explained and she started cooking now. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
06-01-5
45
Jul 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
41
Mar 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Meat in freezer
14-31-5
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. rice (56F - Cooling) at 11:20 am to 56F at 11:35 am since 7:00 am
03D-15-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.
31B-03-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. In standing water in triple sink
06-01-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Two door reach in freezer unclean
22-16-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Stained ceiling tiles
36-34-5
58
Sep 13, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
35
Feb 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Thank you grocery bags storing food items in freezer
14-15-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind prep table hand sink
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt bucket.
02D-01-5
78
Sep 13, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. raw shell eggs (85F - Cold Holding) on top shelf over prep table. Operator states eggs out for less than four hours. Operator moved to cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw turkey over spinach in two door freezer. Food items not commercially packaged. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. pork (92F - Cooling) at 10 am to 92 F at 10:30 am since 9 am. At this rate, pork will not cool to 41F within 6 hours. Pork cooling at room temperature over stacked in plastic bin. Operator placed food item in smaller containers and placed in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Both hand sinks in kitchen. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Both hand sinks in kitchen. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt container not labeled.
02D-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.throughout kitchen.
36-27-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles cracked and in poor repair in kitchen
36-17-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris-at fryer on cook line.
36-73-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Thelimon Calix last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Thelimon Calix on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Thelimon Calix?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Thelimon Calix.
How does Thelimon Calix compare to other restaurants in Lake Worth?
Thelimon Calix most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Lake Worth average of 77.
Has Thelimon Calix's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Thelimon Calix have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Thelimon Calix 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 Thelimon Calix inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Thelimon Calix is inspected around two times per year on average.
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