EL GRANERO RESTAURANT
535 S FEDERAL HWY, Deerfield Beach FL 33441 · 786.325.6725
Last inspected Aug 7, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections within 22 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed container of raw chicken directly above container of raw beef in walk in cooler. Operator reorganized.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed melted margarine in direct contact with thank you bag in container on food prep table in kitchen.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed container of raw chicken directly above container of raw beef in walk in cooler. Operator reorganized.
Spray bottle containing red toxic substance not labeled and stored on storage rack in kitchen. Operator labeled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed beads of condensation and grease on ceiling tiles at cookline in kitchen.
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food storage container lid cracked or broken and repaired with tape in kitchen.
Light not functioning in dry storage area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Reach in freezer door gaskets opposite cookline in kitchen.
Oct 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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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/observed four employees working with food or food utensils while no certified food manager present.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Provided proof of training for one employee.
Ceiling tiles and vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal bag stored on container of panko at food storage rack in storage area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Utensil water 86F, with in use utensils, at cookline in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Reach in freezer door gaskets, opposite cookline in kitchen. 2. Hood filters at cookline in kitchen.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee personal drink stored in same container with bags of portioned cooked pasta at flip top cooler opposite cookline in kitchen. Operator removed bottle.
Water leaking from pipe under wash bay at triple sink in kitchen.
Jul 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. New food employee working hired less than 60 days ago.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ceiling tiles and vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, or dust throughout kitchen and prep area.
Dry rice storage container lid cracked in kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Saucepan with employee personal coffee stored next to batter at breading station in kitchen. Operator removed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal AirPod case stored next to and above single use food storage containers on storage shelf in kitchen. Operator removed.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in direct contact with dry rice inside dry rice storage container in kitchen.
Light not functioning. Observed one light not functioning at hood in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Hood filters above grill at cookline in kitchen. 2. Door gasket at bison single door reach in cooler opposite cookline in kitchen. 3. Door gaskets at two door hoshizaki reach in freezer opposite cookline in kitchen.
Old labels stuck to food containers lid after cleaning, stored on cleaned utensil rack in kitchen.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed soiled wet wiping cloth stored at grill at cookline in kitchen.
Sep 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling vents above ice machine soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in warehouse wash area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Reach in freezer door handle soiled with food debris, in kitchen. Operator cleaned during inspection.
Jul 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at splitter added to hose bibb under triple sink in kitchen.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
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.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed styrofoam container used as scoop in rice storage bin in kitchen. Operator removed.
Ceiling tiles and vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance, throughout kitchen and prep areas.
In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses. Employee removed.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed exposed insulation on Ikon reach in cooler door in kitchen.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed tres leches, flan, and Quatro leches in self service reach in cooler at the front counter. Operator labeled during visit.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored on the floor next to hand sink at front counter.
Jan 11, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Tres Leches, Cuatro Leches, and flan in the customer self serve unit at the front counter not labeled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated dust, or mold-like substance above the cookline in the kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. 1. Torn door gasket on ikon refrigerated unit in kitchen. 2. Torn door gasket Asber reach in cooler in kitchen. 3. Torn door gasket on Bison reach in cooler.
Interior of Ikon reach in cooler in the kitchen, in disrepair/has exposed insulation on door interior.
Jan 10, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Heavy whipping cream (54F), tostones (55F), and yucca(57F) in the reach in flip top cooler opposite the fryers in the kitchen. Items placed in unit from freezer and cooler, less than three hours ago. Operator placed items in the walk in cooler to quick chill to 41F or below.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet outside.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Employee hired less than 30 days not aware of reporting responsibility and has not yet obtained food handler training. Provided operator with employee reporting agreements. Operator reviewed and signed with employee.
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Tres Leches, Cuatro Leches, and flan in the customer self serve unit at the front counter not labeled.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled, pump sprayer containing light purple liquid underneath warewash sink. Operator labeled degreaser.
Accumulation of black mold-like substance and slime in the interior of the ice machine/bin by the triple sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Single use styrofoam container used in the dry rice container in the storage area. Operator removed.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated dust, or mold-like substance above the cookline in the kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. 1. Torn door gasket on ikon refrigerated unit in kitchen. 2. Torn door gasket Asber reach in cooler in kitchen. 3. Torn door gasket on Bison reach in cooler.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils on the stove top in standing water 126F. Operator placed container over flame on stove top to reheat water to 135F.
Interior of Ikon reach in cooler in the kitchen, in disrepair/has exposed insulation on door interior.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.old label on cleaned squeeze bottle stored on cleaned utensil rack in storage area.
Oct 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet outside near the back door.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Fish and shrimp ceviche on the menu. Operator identified ceviche as raw on all printed menus.
Employee personal bag stored above seasoning on the food storage rack in the storage area. Operator removed.
Equipment in poor repair. Torn door gaskets on Hoshizaki reach in cooler in the kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils on low flame on the stove top in the kitchen in water 118°. Operator turned up the flame to increase temperature to 135°.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Door gaskets on reach-in cooler opposite cookline in the kitchen.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Hoshizaki reach in cooler opposite to the fryers in the kitchen.
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.