MARIOS ON LAKE AVE
707 LAKE AVE · LAKE WORTH · Palm Beach County · FL 33460
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
15 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 5
14-31-5High Priority – Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. At reach in freezer, chicken stored in direct contact with thank you bags. **Warning**
08A-02-6High Priority – Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer – not all products commercially packaged. At reach in freezer, Raw pork stored over cooked meatballs Raw chicken stored over frozen artichokes, not all commercially packaged. Advised operator of proper storage. **Warning**
03A-02-5High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At cook line low boy, cooked rice mix (48F – Cold Holding); meatballs (47F – Cold Holding), not prepared or portioned today. Operator stated items held in unit approximately 2 hours. Advised operator of proper cold holding parameters. Operator placed ice onto item to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
41-10-4High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. At kitchen, bottle of bleach stored on shelf with clean pots and pans. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
29-34-4High Priority – Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No vacuum breaker at hose Bibb where hose is attached **Warning**
Intermediate 8
01C-05-4Intermediate – Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01C-03-4Intermediate – Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01C-10-4Intermediate – Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied. **Warning**
16-37-1Intermediate – No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical test strip for chlorine sanitizer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53A-05-6Intermediate – No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Person in charge-Steve Olmino **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4Intermediate – No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand sink. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
53B-01-5Intermediate – No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-03-4Intermediate – No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at handwashing sinks. Operator provided provided soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
Basic 2
25-18-4Basic – Single-service articles stored in toilet room/locker room/garbage room/mechanical room. Single service items stored in bathroom. Operator removed items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-17-4Basic – Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. At walk in cooler, Unwashed produce-broccoli, peppers, lettuce stored over ready to eat sauces, soup, pasta, rice. Advised operator of proper storage. **Warning**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 3, 2026 12:02 PM.
Violation category totals
3 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.