EL TORO ROJO CARNE EN VARA
6175 REFLECTIONS BLVD, Lantana FL 33462 · 754-217-0794
Last inspected May 1, 2026 · 12 visits since June 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Approximately 12 flies flying around in food truck. 1 landing on clean cutting board. 3 landing on clean containers storing cooked meat.
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $2,840
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026018491 | Jan 16, 2026 | May 14, 2026 | $2,240 |
| 2--2025051740 | Jun 25, 2025 | Aug 7, 2025 | $400 |
| 2--2024069026 | Sep 25, 2024 | Jan 2, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
May 1, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 18, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 17, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Approximately 12 flies flying around in food truck. 1 landing on clean cutting board. 3 landing on clean containers storing cooked meat.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Jan 16, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee wash cutting board with water and soap, no sanitizing, then placed cutting board at clean dish drying area. Advised operator to clean then sanitize cutting board.
Live, small flying insects found. Approximately 12 flies flying around in food truck. 1 landing on clean cutting board. 3 landing on clean containers storing cooked meat.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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. At shelf above mini fryer: sour cream (47F - Cold Holding); garlic and mayonnaise sauce (50F - Cold Holding) As per operator, stored since 12pm. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale. Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. At shelf above mini fryer: guacamole (49F at 4:20pm - Cooling) As per manager, cooling since 12pm. Product did not cool to 41F in a total of 4 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At shelf above mini fryer: sour cream (47F - Cold Holding); garlic and mayonnaise sauce (50F - Cold Holding) As per operator, stored since 12pm. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale. At flip top cooler next to double fryer: cut cheese (49F - Cold Holding) As per operator, stored since 75 mins. Not prepped or portioned today. Operator moved to quick chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. At shelf above mini fryer: Guacamole with tomatoes (49F at 4:20pm - Cooling) As per manager, cooling since 12pm. Product did not cool to 41F in a total of 4 hours. See stop sale.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. At prep counter near triple sink: cooked pork (56F at 4:15pm; 55F at 4:45pm- Cooling); cooked sausage (64F at 4:15pm; 65F at 4:45pm - Cooling); cooked chicken (57F at 4:15pm; 57F at 4:45pm- Cooling) As per operator, cooling since 1pm. At current rate of cooling, items will not cool from 135F to 41F in a total of 6 hours. Operator placed inside deep freezer to quick chill.
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 employed 15 days. Operator mentioned that she will have employee complete form.
Jun 26, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Approximately 6 flies flying around in food truck;1 of which landed on lid of pan with chicken and 1 landed on clean scoop. Advised operator to clean and sanitize lid and scoop.
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.
Jun 25, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee touch face,handle soiled covers for deep freezers outside then began handling clean lid on pot of cooked pork; no hand wash. Advised employee to wash hands.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee wash pans and utensils with soap and water; no sanitizing done. Advised employee to prepare sanitizing solution and sanitize items.
Live, small flying insects found. Approximately 6 flies flying around in food truck;1 of which landed on lid of pan with chicken and 1 landed on clean scoop. Advised operator to clean and sanitize lid and scoop.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At flip top cooler: cooked plantains (52F - Cold Holding) As per operator, stored 3 hours. Not prepped or portioned today. Advised operator to quick chill.
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 employed approximately 1 month. Emailed form to operator.
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.
Apr 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No chemical chlorine test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink and wiping cloths container.
Sep 27, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed manager enter food truck from outside then handled clean container to store food in reach in cooler; no hand wash. Advised manager to wash hands.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately 5 flies landing on prep area and on bag of bread. Approximately 3 flies landing on clean bowl near stove top. Approximately 5 flies landing on various clean pans draining in dish wash area. Approximately 2 landing on soiled utensils hanging from shelf.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Standing glass door reach in cooler: cooked chicken (56F at 3:00pm; 58F at 3:35pm- Cooling); cooked beef (58F at 3:00pm; 59F at 3:35pm- Cooling) As per operator, both items cooked today and cooling since 1.5 hours At current rate of cooling, items will not cool to 41F in a total of 6 hours. Advised operator to quick chill.
Sep 25, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Various medications stored on shelf above beverage dispenser. Operator removed medications.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed manager enter food truck from outside then handled clean container to store food in reach in cooler; no hand wash. Advised manager to wash hands.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee clean various food contact surfaces ( pans and utensils) but no sanitization was done at triple sink then stored. Advised operator of proper cleaning and sanitizing
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately 5 flies landing on prep area and on bag of bread. Approximately 3 flies landing on clean bowl near stove top. Approximately 5 flies landing on various clean pans draining in dish wash area. Approximately 2 landing on soiled utensils hanging from shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At low boy reach in cooler: raw ground beef (47F - Cold Holding) As per operator transported from store approximately 1 hour prior. Not prepped or portioned today. Advised operator to quick chill.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Mosquito repellant and sanitizer stored on shelf above beverage dispenser. Operator removed chemicals.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Standing glass door reach in cooler: cooked chicken (56F at 3:00pm; 58F at 3:35pm- Cooling); cooked beef (58F at 3:00pm; 59F at 3:35pm- Cooling) As per operator, both items cooked today and cooling since 1.5 hours At current rate of cooling, items will not cool to 41F in a total of 6 hours. Advised operator to quick chill.
Food stored outside. Observed deep freezer containing various food items stored outside of food truck with no overhead covering.
Aug 7, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Jun 6, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. At outside preparation area including in-use/uncovered grill/prep table/reach in freezer; no hand wash sink.
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.
Food being prepared on a grill outside that has no cover. At outside grill; beef being cooked on grill that has no cover under tree, debris falling off tree onto beef, flies landing on beef. See Stop Sale.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Jun 5, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 12/1/2023. Operator renewed during inspection.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. At flip top cooler; raw chicken stored over raw pork. Operator moved raw chicken below pork.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Food being prepared on a grill outside that has no cover. At outside grill; beef being cooked on grill that has no cover under tree, debris falling off tree onto beef, flies landing on beef. See Stop Sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At outside prep sitting in boxes on ground; raw beef (55F - Cold Holding); semisoft cheese (55F - Cold Holding). At flip top cooler; raw sausage (66F - Cold Holding); semisoft cheese (68F - Cold Holding). Operator stated not prepared or portioned today, received 2 hours prior, moved to glass door reach in/white chest freezer.
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. At outside preparation area including in-use/uncovered grill/prep table/reach in freezer; no hand wash sink.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink blocked by microwave. Operator removed.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Luisa Valera.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink; no paper towels. Operator provided paper towels.
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 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. Provided employee reporting agreement to Operator.
Food being prepared on a grill outside that has no cover. At outside grill; beef being cooked on grill that has no cover under tree, debris falling off tree onto beef, flies landing on beef. See Stop Sale.
Food stored in a prohibited area. Multiple food items stored on prep table outside. Advised Operator to store food properly.
Food stored outside. Multiple food items stored on prep table outside. White chest freezer filled with food items stored outside behind truck. Advised Operator to store food inside truck or approved commissary location.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
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