LA CASA DE PEINADO
227-77 SR 7, Boca Raton FL 33428 · 561.482.6782
Last inspected Feb 11, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 20 live roaches found under the flat top beverage cooler behind the front counter in the dining room.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
5 cases · $2,740
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025081980 | Sep 29, 2025 | Dec 22, 2025 | $440 |
| 2--2025031697 | Mar 6, 2025 | May 20, 2025 | $700 |
| 2--2023069691 | Dec 5, 2023 | Jan 16, 2024 | $400 |
| 2--2019057752 | Nov 8, 2019 | Dec 17, 2019 | $800 |
| 2--2018020856 | Mar 22, 2018 | May 16, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Feb 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In the kitchen on top of the steam table, a bowl of cooked plantains (100F - Hot Holding). The items had been there less than 2 hours. The item was placed in the fryer to reheat to 165F to hot hold.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At the front counter, the sink had a pan of soap water and dirty mugs inside. The items were removed
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. The reach in door handles in the kitchen.
Food stored on floor. In the hallway, glass bottles of water and juice were stored on the floor. The items were moved off of the ground
Dec 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 29, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Raw whole shell eggs stored at room temperature on storage shelf above steam table. Per operator, items were out for less than 1 hour. Operator moved eggs to reach in cooler to chill.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Maria Del Pilar Gomez expired 10/19/2023. Henry Serna expired 9/10/2020. No other food manager certificates provided.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink in kitchen blocked by steam table. Operator reorganized.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator provided.
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.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover above kitchen steam table.
Soiled wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses throughout kitchen area.
Mar 6, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw pork in kitchen reach-in cooler. Operator reorganized.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Shell eggs stored at room temperature next to cook line for less than 3 hours. Operator moved eggs to reach in cooler to ensure proper cold holding.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Empanadas (121F - Hot Holding) held in front counter hot holding case for less than 3 hours. Operator began to reheat items to 165F and increased the temperature on the holding unit to ensure proper hot holding.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of chlorox surface cleaner stored in food expo window. Operator removed.
Food manager certification expired. Maria Del Pilar Gomez expired on 10/19/2023. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink located in kitchen blocked by garbage can and food prep table.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink at front counter used to store soiled dishes.
Aug 26, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over pastry dough in the reach in cooler. The items were corrected
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At the front counter in the hot display case, empanadas (106-120F - Hot Holding). The empanadas were stored in the case for less than 4 hours. The temperature of the hot box was increased to reheat and hot hold.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At the front counter, a spray bottle containing a red liquid was not labeled. An employee labeled the bottle.
Dec 5, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine strips.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Dec 4, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 10 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
5 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee held the sanitizer bucket and after that, he touched the chicken tray.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw ground beef over the ready to eat food in the reach in freezer. Employee removed and stored correctly.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 20 live roaches found under the flat top beverage cooler behind the front counter in the dining room.
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. Chimichurri at 56°F in the flat cooler in the front station. No prepared or portioned today. Stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chimichurri at 56°F in the flat cooler in the front station. No prepared or portioned today. Stop sale
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine strips.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave over steam table, food debris inside. Employee cleaned.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Sep 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. In the reach in cooler behind the cook line, raw pork was stored on top of unwashed romaine lettuce. Pork was removed from the cooler to be stored correctly.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Shell eggs being stored on shelf next to cook line for less than four hours.The eggs were returned to the cooler to chill and cold hold.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At the front counter in the hot holding case, empanadas (110F - Hot Holding). The items were held in the hot box for less than one hour. The items will be reheated to 165° to hot hold.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit for triple sink and sanitizer buckets.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in the kitchen.
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