LA BAMBA MEXICAN AND SPANISH RESTAURANT IV
10169 W SUNRISE BLVD, Plantation FL 33322 · 954.370.1978
Last inspected Jan 28, 2026 · 9 visits since January 2024
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 36 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed: One flying insect flying around dish washing area. One flying insect flying around tea station.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,120
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025089492 | Oct 15, 2025 | Jan 12, 2026 | $200 |
| 2--2016021620 | Apr 22, 2016 | May 18, 2016 | $920 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jan 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee began shift proceeded to go to reach in cooler to get bucket of sauce without washing hands. Reviewed proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Container of raw beef and raw chicken stored above containers of raw fish and raw shrimps in Beverage Air lowboy cooler. Employee inverted.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Oven-; Cooked Yellow Rice (116-118F - Hot Holding). Per chef food item in unit less than 2 hours. Chef reheated
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled.
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Stored food not covered. Container of Taco shells on top shelf above prep table in kitchen not covered. Covered during inspection.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on prep table in kitchen. Cook stored in sanitizer solution.
Oct 15, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw shell eggs stored over bottled sodas in walk-in cooler.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed on low boy on cook line Raw chicken strips over raw shrimp Raw beef over fish fillets
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in deep covered plastic container marinated raw chicken (44-45F - Cooling) per operator prepared and held in walk-in 24 hours ago.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed in deep covered plastic container marinated raw chicken (44-45F - Cooling) per operator prepared and held in walk-in 24 hours ago. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed plantain (118-136F - Hot Holding); ground beef (131-150F - Hot Holding) per operator held out of temperature less than 2 hours. Operator reheated on stove.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed in deep covered plastic container marinated raw chicken (44-45F - Cooling) per operator prepared and held in walk-in 24 hours ago
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed hotel pans stacked with moisture.
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 rice container the handle in contact with the rice. Operator removed.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Lower flip top coolers on cook line
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork chops 32F stored on speed rack out at room temperature. Employee placed in walk-in cooler. Observed box of plantains 31F defrosting on prep table at cook line. Operator placed in walk-in cooler.
Working containers of food (flour)and(sugar)removed from original container not identified by common name.
Apr 10, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed 0ppm.
Apr 1, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed 0ppm.
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed 0ppm.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed: - in low boy cooler across from cook line, precooked taco stored next to raw beef. - raw shell eggs stored with bottles of drink in walk-in cooler. OIC removed and stored appropriately.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed on preparation table across from cook line.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed at preparation table across from cook line, shell eggs (57F - Cold Holding). Per operator item has been out of temperature for approximately 15mins. Item placed in walk-in cooler to cool down.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at steam table across from cook line, fried plantains (121F - Hot Holding). Per operator p, item has been out of temperature for approximately 20mins. Operator advised to reheat plantains.
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of flour stored on flour in dry storage area. Manager removed and stored appropriately.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed cooked plantains defrosting at room temperature on portable table next to flip top cooler. PIC removed and stored appropriately.
Feb 20, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed in flip top cooler across from cook line, cut tomatoes (43-45F @ 11:05 - Cooling since 10:00, second temperature, 42-46 at 12:02). Item was filled above fill line resulting in inappropriate cooling. Employee removed top portion and placed in walk-in to rapid cool.
Feb 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed 0ppm.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak stored above ready to eat taco in low boy cooler across from grill. Employee removed and stored appropriately.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: - in walk-in cooler pork gravy(45F - Cold Holding). - in low boy cooler across from cook line, cut tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding). Per operator item was not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: - in walk-in cooler pork gravy(45F - Cold Holding). - in low boy cooler across from cook line, cut tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding). Per operator item was not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed in flip top cooler across from cook line, cut tomatoes (43-45F @ 11:05 - Cooling since 10:00, second temperature, 42-46 at 12:02). Item was filled above fill line resulting in inappropriate cooling. Employee removed top portion and placed in walk-in to rapid cool.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle containing bleach and degreaser at three compartment sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle cup used to portion cheese in flip top cooler across from grill. PIC removed cup.
Oct 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw beef stored on top of case of drink in drink walk-in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed cut tomatoes (57F @ 2:15- Cooling since since 10:00). Item did not make it to 41F within 4 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut lettuce (45F - Cold Holding). Per operator lettuce was taken from walk-in cooler at approximately 11:00 am. Item was not prepared or portioned today. Item has been out of temperature for approximately 1 hour. PIC placed lettuce in cooler to rapid cool.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed cut tomatoes (57F @ 2:15- Cooling since since 10:00). Item did not make it to 41F within 4 hours. See stop sale.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed cut tomatoes (50F @ 2:48 - Cooling since 11:30). Item was being cooked in deep plastic pans with lids on. Employee separated tomatoes and placed in walk-in freezer to rapid cool.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle cup used to portion rice in steam table across from cook line. PIC removed.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle not stored above ice in ice machine in kitchen. PIC removed and stored appropriately.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed Ssiled wiping cloth used on prep table across from cook line. PIC removed and stored appropriately.
Apr 10, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed 0ppm. Corrected to 200ppm.
Raw animal food dripping into container of ready-to-eat food when raw animal food is removed from holding unit for cooking. See stop sale. Observed pieces of raw steak on ready to eat chicken.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above cooked mushrooms. PIC removed and stored appropriately.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Raw animal food dripping into container of ready-to-eat food when raw animal food is removed from holding unit for cooking. Observed pieces of raw steak on ready to eat chicken. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - Observed garlic butter (49F - Cold Holding) on top of low boy next to flip top cooler. Per operator, item has been out of temperature for approximately 1 hour. Item placed in low boy to cool.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: - cooked onion (112F - Hot Holding), broth (103F - hot holding). Per operator items have been out of temperature for approximately 45mins. Onion placed to be reheated. Broth placed in walk-in freezer to rapid cool.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener with accumulation of old food debris in prep area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink used to hold chemical spray bottle. PIC removed bottle from sink.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed quaternary test strip used to check chlorine sanitizer at dish machine. PIC went to get correct test strip.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at bar area. PIC removed.
Stored food not covered. - Observed cut lettuce, tuna salad and crab salad stored uncovered in low boy cooler across from cook line. - Observed beef taco stored in walk-in cooler uncovered. PIC covered taco.
Jan 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed: One flying insect flying around dish washing area. One flying insect flying around tea station.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - Walk-in cooler Observed raw steak stored over uncovered cut lettuce. Manager removed and stored approximately.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -low boy cooler across from cooking unit Observed cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding, second temperature 42F); minced beef (45F - Cold Holding, second temperature 42F). Per operator, items were not prepared or portioned today. Items were taken from walk-in cooler approximately 2 hours prior to inspection. Employee placed items in cooler to rapid cool.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Prep area Observed: - Employee beverage stored next to cutting board in prep area across from drying rack. Manager removed and discarded. - Employee beverage container stored on drying mat next to service containers. Employee removed.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. - Employee restroom Observed standing water on floor in employee restroom. Employee dried water.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - Bar Observed accumulation of old food around reach in cooler at bar across from hand washing sink.
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.