LA GRANJA POLLOS A LA BRASA
820 W SAMPLE RD, Pompano Beach FL 33064 · 954 788 6764
Last inspected Oct 21, 2025 · 10 visits since September 2023
5 inspections within 12 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 12/1/23. Operator renewed license during inspection.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2018055925 | Oct 23, 2018 | Nov 14, 2018 | $160 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooked steak (112F - Hot Holding) on food prep counter in kitchen under no temperature control. Food prepared less a one hour ago per operator.
Spray bottle containing red toxic substance not labeled and stored at triple sink in prep area. Operator labeled degreaser.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Hood filters above rotisserie oven at cookline in kitchen.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed an opened package of frozen ground beef patty stored directly on top of frozen packaged tostones. Operator reorganized.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of chicken stored on the floor in the walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Hood filters above rotisserie at cookline in kitchen. 2. Walk in cooler door flaps.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed stored at food prep table opposite cookline in kitchen. Operator discarded.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
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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.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Hood filters above fryers at cookline in kitchen.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
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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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm)
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 stored on floor. Observed plastic containers of oil stored on the floor in dry storage area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Hood filters above fryers at cookline in kitchen.
Water leaking from dish machine onto floor in ware wash area.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed stored on food prep table opposite cookline in kitchen.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris in hand sink drain in prep area.
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/. More than four food employees working with food or food utensils at the time of inspection, no certified manager present.
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.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor inside walk-in cooler.
Food stored on floor. 1. Observed containers of food stored on the floor in the walk in freezer. 2. Observed bagged rice and plastic containers of vinegar stored on the floor in dry storage area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use utensils at the cook line in the kitchen in utensil water 105F.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded.
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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/. Observed four food employees working at the time of inspection.
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.
Accumulation of dead insects in control devices. 1. Observed on three fly sticky tapes hanging in prep and at the back door. 2. Observed on two outdoor liquid fly trap used at the front counter.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in unisex bathroom.
Equipment in poor repair. 1. Walk in freezer door does not close or seal shut, door missing latch and held shut with a piece of wood.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed two fly sticky tapes hanging over food prep area in kitchen.
Interior of walk in cooler door, near handle in disrepair and has exposed insulation.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded.
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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/. Observed four food employees working at the time of inspection.
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.
Spray bottle containing yellow toxic substance not labeled and stored on bottom shelf at food prep table in prep area. Operator labeled "Cloro".
Accumulation of dead insects in control devices. 1. Observed on three fly sticky tapes hanging in prep and at the back door. 2. Observed on two outdoor liquid fly trap used at the front counter.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl and container with no handles stored in rice container in kitchen.
Ceiling tiles and vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout kitchen, prep area, and dry storage.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in unisex bathroom.
Equipment in poor repair. 1. Walk in freezer door does not close or seal shut, door missing latch and held shut with a piece of wood.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed two fly sticky tapes hanging over food prep area in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. 1. Observed plastic jugs of oil stored on the floor in dry storage. 2. Observed several containers of food stored on the floor in the walk in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use utensil stored in standing water at the cookline in the kitchen, Utensil water 73F. Operator place container over heat at stove top to heat water to 135F or higher.
Interior of walk in cooler door, near handle in disrepair and has exposed insulation.
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 12/1/23. Operator renewed license during inspection.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Container of raw beef above container of raw fish/ceviche mix in the walk-in cooler. Operator reorganized.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at the rotisserie machine in the kitchen. Operator labeled degreaser.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense rice in storage container in prep area. Operator removed.
Ceiling tile missing above walk-in freezer entrance.
Ceiling tiles soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Several stained ceiling tiles in ware wash area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Hole in the ceiling tile above the triple sink in ware wash area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee sweater stored on cleaned utensils on utensil storage rack by dishwasher machine. Operator removed.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee preparing food wearing bracelet and watch.
Equipment in poor repair. 1. Walk-in cooler door damaged. 2. Walk-in freezer door held shut with unsealed wood 2x4. 3. Damaged door handles on reach in cooler in kitchen, exposed insulation. 4. Freezer door damaged, door not closing.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil water with utensils 75F at the cookline in the kitchen.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning in cleaned utensil storage rack opposite triple sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt stored on bottom shelf of food prep table in kitchen, not labeled. Operator labeled "salt".
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee washed hands with cold water.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection.steak at steak (69F - Cooling), left on counter to cool, chef moved to reach in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towels filled
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand wash sink at cook line has no hot water
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles damaged throughout business
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents soiled
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
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.