LA GRANJA CHICKEN STEAK AND SEAFOOD
455 E OAKLAND PARK BLVD, Oakland Park FL 33334 · 954-968-8023
Last inspected Oct 30, 2025 · 10 visits since July 2023
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OCT 25
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 23 points better than where it started.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $2,400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2019023185 | Apr 17, 2019 | Dec 13, 2019 | $1,400 |
| 2--2018027685 | Apr 30, 2018 | Jun 19, 2018 | $800 |
| 2--2017046153 | Aug 29, 2017 | Oct 17, 2017 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Oct 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw burgers over cooked ribs Walk In Cooler Operator removed burger to bottom shelf
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken; (44F)Mussels; (45F)Pork ribs; (45F); Fish (43F)Burgers; (45F)? Walk In Cooler
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to store food trays Operator removed trays
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Styrofoam bowl used to dispense rice. Operator replaced bowl with a large spoon
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. No sanitizing of pots and pans being done at 3Compartment sink. Operator set up sanitizer station and rewashed and sanitize pots and pans
Jul 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink next to 3Compartment sink. Manager replaced paper towel
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle contains a pink liquid located on drain board of 3 Compartment sink. Content identified as degreaser Operator labeled spray bottle
Jan 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle contain a pink liquid identified as a degreaser located on chemical shelf Manager labeled spray bottle.
Dumpster rusted out on bottom.
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Cook chewing gum while cooking.
Open dumpster lid.
Sep 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked potatoes at 125F Operator reheated item to 160F
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle contains a pink liquid identified as degreaser. Operator labeled spray bottle
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Dumpster rusted out on bottom.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. 1/2 bottle drinking water on top of microwave Operator discard item
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Open dumpster lid.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Operator placed wiping cloth in sanitizer bucket
Jun 22, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. Observed dessert display case at front - cheese cake (48F - Cold Holding); 3 milks dessert (47F - Cold Holding) Operator discarded at will. See stop sale. Observed at walk in cooler - pork ribs (46F - Cold Holding); cooked diced chicken (47F - Cold Holding); fish fillets (46F - Cold Holding). 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. Observed at front counter - sliced tomato (57F @1:30pm- Cooling since 11am - 55F @3:23pm). See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed dessert display case at front - cheese cake (48F - Cold Holding); 3 milks dessert (47F - Cold Holding) Operator discarded at will. See stop sale. Observed at walk in cooler - pork ribs (46F - Cold Holding); cooked diced chicken (47F - Cold Holding); fish fillets (46F - Cold Holding). As per operator items not portioned or prepared 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. Observed at front counter - sliced tomato (57F @1:30pm- Cooling since 11am - 55F @3:23pm). See stop sale.
Jun 21, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed at back entrance - employee took trash outside came back inside, changed gloves and proceeded to continue with food. Operator educated employee on proper handwashing technique.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed at walk in freezer - raw beef (not commercially packaged) stored above pre cooked burger patties (not commercially packaged). Operator stored properly.
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. Observed dessert display case at front - cheese cake (48F - Cold Holding); 3 milks dessert (47F - Cold Holding) Operator discarded at will. See stop sale. Observed at walk in cooler - pork ribs (46F - Cold Holding); cooked diced chicken (47F - Cold Holding); fish fillets (46F - Cold Holding). 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. Observed at front counter - sliced tomato (57F @1:30pm- Cooling since 11am - 55F @3:23pm). See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed dessert display case at front - cheese cake (48F - Cold Holding); 3 milks dessert (47F - Cold Holding) Operator discarded at will. See stop sale. Observed at walk in cooler - pork ribs (46F - Cold Holding); cooked diced chicken (47F - Cold Holding); fish fillets (46F - Cold Holding). As per operator items not portioned or prepared 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. Observed at front counter - sliced tomato (57F @1:30pm- Cooling since 11am - 55F @3:23pm). See stop sale.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed at bucket of seasoning by ice machine. Operator removed container
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed at drying rack at dishwasher. Operator stored properly
Food stored on floor. Observed by take out window - cases of plastic bottles of water stored directly on floor. Additionally buckets of seasoning stored directly on floor by ice machine. Operator stored properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed by ice machine - bags of sweet plantains thawing at room temperature.
Sep 29, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 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.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken at 48°F. Manager states chicken in Walk In Cooler overnight
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/ Manager arrived during inspection.
Floor tiles missing. Around mop sink
Jul 6, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 5, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed sliced tomatoes (62F - Cold Holding); potato salad (61F - Cold Holding) in shallow pans cod fish (47F - Cold Holding); calamari (47F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (48F - Cold Holding); mussels (47F - Cold Holding) per operator stored approximately since 10:30am. More than 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced tomatoes (62F - Cold Holding); potato salad (61F - Cold Holding) in shallow pans per operator stored approximately since 10:30am. More than 4 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed yellow rice (108F - Hot Holding) in steam table. Observed operator voluntary discarded.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink in preparation area with a sharpening stone across the top of the sink. Operator removed.
Spray bottle containing degreaser and bleach toxic substance not labeled.
Commercially processed salmon reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Operator opened packaging.
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 salt container the handle in contact with the salt. Operator removed scope.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses on front counter. Operator placed in sanitizing bucket.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed sanitizer bucket on front counter chlorine 0 Ppm. Operator discarded made new solution. Rechecked 50 Ppm
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