K'ONDAS LATIN GRILL
1280 S POMPANO PKWY #8, Pompano Beach FL 33069 · 9545481513
Last inspected Mar 25, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed in walk-in cooler carne asada dated 09/27/2025
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $560
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2015041939 | Sep 22, 2015 | Mar 16, 2016 | $400 |
| 2--2015055260 | Nov 24, 2015 | Jan 27, 2016 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw bacon, raw shell eggs stored above unwashed vegetables in reach in cooler. Operator reorganized
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Wait station hand wash sink used for dispensing filtered water. Operator removed filter
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at cook line hand wash sink. Operator provided
No running water at mop sink. Mop sink located in back of building has water line capped. Mop sink present. Discussed with operator
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken soup prepared yesterday at 2pm not date marked. Operator date marked, discussed proper date marking with operator
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease. Hood filters heavily soiled with grease
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed 2 drawer low top at front counter
Stored food not covered. Raw fish stored uncovered in chest freezer. Operator covered
Oct 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 200+ Operator diluted rechecked 100 Ppm
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracked raw shell than handle an avocado.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak over peeled onions in reach in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed in walk-in cooler carne asada dated 09/27/2025
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.. Observed in walk-in cooler carne asada dated 09/27/2025
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towel machine not functioning properly at handwashing sink by rear exit door.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in dry beans a container with no handle used to dispense dried beans.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in flour container the scoop handle in contact with flour.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of insulated single serve cups stored on the floor in storage area
Sep 9, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 9, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed bean prep 7/4 and beef soup prep 07/03. Operator dated.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single serve food containers stored on the floor.
Working containers of food flour and sugar removed from original container not identified by common name. Operator labeled
Oct 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chimichurri fresh garlic (47F - Cold Holding) per operator out of temperature less than one hour. Operator moved to reach in cooler for quick chill.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. 200+ chlorine sanitizer solution. Operator remade solution rechecked 100 Ppm
Spray bottle containing toxic bleach substance not labeled. Operator labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In container of farina a scoop with no handle in farina. Operator removed and replaced with handle scoop
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in reach in cooler a scoop in contact with beef stock. Operator removed.
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Operator discarded solution made new solution chlorine 100 Ppm
Aug 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed beef (48-52F - Cooling) stored in deep covered pans below flip top cooler per operator held in cooler over night. See stop sale
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw beef in direct contact with non food grade have a nice day t shirt to go bags in freezer chest. Operator removed from bags.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed beef (48-52F - Cooling) stored in deep covered pans below flip top cooler per operator held in cooler over night.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed beef (48-52F - Cooling) stored in deep covered pans per operator held in cooler over night.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.Back hallway outside employee restroom dispenser jammed employee fix
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food salt shelf next to fryer. Operator removed.
Feb 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container stored in handwashing sink at back area. Operator removed.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drink in walk-in cooler. Operator removed.
Nov 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed women's bathroom with no covered receptacle.
Soiled wet wiping cloth placed in use with fresh solution. Observed soiled wipe cloths in clean solution. Operator changed out wipe cloths and solution.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed in kitchen, working container of flour not in its original package, not labeled. Operator labeled container.
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.