EL CARBONERO RESTAURANT
320 NE 38TH ST, Oakland Park FL 33334 · 954-245-8565
Last inspected Oct 29, 2025 · 10 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,980
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2019026506 | May 2, 2019 | Aug 1, 2019 | $900 |
| 2--2019005721 | Feb 4, 2019 | Jun 25, 2019 | $800 |
| 2--2017060518 | Dec 14, 2017 | Jan 26, 2018 | $280 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Oct 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pica de gallo; (44F)Yuca; (44F)Cole slaw; (41F). Reach In Cooler: Walk In Cooler: Cheese; (45F)Cooked rice; (45F)Tamales; (44F)Chicken; (44F)
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Used to dispense cooked rice. Walk In Cooler
Jul 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked chicken; (45F - Cold Holding); Pork (45F - Cold Holding). Walk In Cooler. Operator moved to Reach In Freezer.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit present.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Food stored on floor. Bag of rice stored near rear exit of kitchen floor
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Jan 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee washed hands and put new gloves on
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink. Quaternary test kit used to test chlorine sanitizer
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator replaced paper towel
Accumulation of green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken being thawed at room temperature. Operator placed under running water
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall behind 3 Compartment sink and prep table
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Sep 4, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 3, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs stored over shredded lettuce Repeat ViolationAdmin Complaint**
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked steak; (50F - Cold Holding)Chicken soup; (48F - Cold Holding)Cooked chicken; (48F - Cold Holding); Tamales (48F - Cold Holding); Shrimp Ceviche (47F - Cold Holding); Cooked Pork (47F - Cold Holding) All food item found in Walk In Cooler. Food items not prepped or portioned today per manager. Steak; (49F)Cooked chayote; (49F)Cooked cabbage; (49F)Raw steak; (47F)Raw chicken; (57F); Shrimp Ceviche (48F - Cold Holding); Cooked Shredded pork (48F - Cold Holding)Shredded lettuce (47F- Cold Holding) All food items found in Flip top reach in cooler Items in flip top cooler prepped and cooked yesterday at 7.00pm
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to store plastic bucket Handwash sink next to 3 compartment sink Employee removed bucket from hand wash sink Corrected On-SiteWarning**
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit present
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink next to 3 Compartment sink. Employee replaced paper towel
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked Chicken, cooked pork, cooked tamales. All food items were cooked 8 days ago and held in Walk In Cooler Manager dis card food items
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observe employee washing and rinsing utensils but no sanitizing being done. Employee set up sanitizing section of 3 compartment sink then re washed rinse and sanitize utensils.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Employee placed wiping cloth in sanitizing buckets
Aug 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored next to blocks of James Farm Butter on 2nd shelf from below. Walk In Cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked Chicken 47F, Cooked beef 49F, Cooked beans 49F. Walk In Cooler
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Cooked Chicken 47F, Cooked beef 49F, Cooked beans 49F. Walk In Cooler
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Unisex bathroom
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.Cooked beef, Cooked chicken,cooked pork. Walk In Cooler
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Used to dispense cooked rice in steam table
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear door
Interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Unisex bathroom
Oct 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Used to store Pork and Mussels
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over Soup Raw Beef over cooked pork
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to store strainer
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Bags of Onions stored on Walk In Cooler floor
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Sep 25, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jul 26, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Utilizing to go bags to store mussels,chicken beef and pork.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over cooked beef not commercially packaged in true reach in freezer.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs over coleslaw in walk-in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed coffee cups in hand washing sink located by three compartment sink. Operator removed.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink located by three compartment sink. Operator provided
Spray bottle containing sanitizer toxic substance not labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense flour. Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense pico de gallo Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense cooked rice.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions box of peppers, 5 gallon plastic container of raw beef, 5 gallon plastic container of beans stored on walk in cooler floor.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under flip top cutting board
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use on prep table.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Working containers of sugar removed from original container not identified by common name.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.