LA LUPE MEXICAN RESTAURANT
625 E ATLANTIC BLVD, Pompano Beach FL 33060 · 954-933-3491
Last inspected Aug 12, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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. Emailed poster to operator.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
5 cases · $2,600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024053247 | Aug 5, 2024 | Oct 2, 2024 | $200 |
| 2--2021007920 | Jan 20, 2021 | Jul 14, 2021 | $400 |
| 2--2019015651 | Mar 13, 2019 | Aug 30, 2019 | $1,200 |
| 2--2019017301 | Apr 2, 2019 | Jun 27, 2019 | $400 |
| 2--2016015411 | Mar 24, 2016 | Jun 28, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 12, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In reach in freezer in back room, raw pork stored over bucket of ice cream. Operator rearranged food for proper storage.
Establishment charging operational charges without properly disclosing the information on the menu/web/app and the bill/receipt. Establishment charges 20 % gratuity for parties of 6 or more; not stated on menu or receipt.
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/ No certified food manager present with 4 employees, at time of inspection.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employee working for over 60:days without food handler training.
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No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign in women's bathroom.
Aug 4, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority8 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. Dishwasher reading 0 ppm after 3 attempts. Advised operator to discontinue use of dishwasher machine and set up 3 compartment sink. 3 compartment sink was set up.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In reach in freezer in back room, raw pork stored over bucket of ice cream. Operator rearranged food for proper storage.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. 1). Raw chorizo stored over pan of cooked rice in 2 door cooler on cook line. 2). Raw shrimp stored over bucket of pinto beans in 2 door cooler. Operator rearranged food for proper storage.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee washed dishes, changed gloves, then started preparing food without washing hands. Educated employee on proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands and changed gloves.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw shrimp stored in 2 door reach in cooler stored at (49F - Cold Holding). Per operator, food not prepped or portioned today, food moved to cooler and held for approximately 3 hours. Food was moved to freezer to quick chill.
Establishment charging operational charges without properly disclosing the information on the menu/web/app and the bill/receipt. Establishment charges 20 % gratuity for parties of 6 or more; not stated on menu or receipt.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in 3 compartment sink. Educated employee on washing hands in handwashing sink only. Employee rewashed hands in handwashing sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. 1). Cups and drink shaker stored in handwashing sink at front counter. 2), Hand blender stored in handwashing sink near to back door. Employee removed items from both sinks.
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/ No certified food manager present with 4 employees, at time of inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink near to back door.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employee working for over 60:days without food handler training.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Bottom interior of microwave rusted, stored on kitchen counter.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign in women's bathroom.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Soiled wet wiping cloth stored on cutting board on cook line. Advised employee to remove wiping cloth from cook line.
Jan 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate10 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. In 3 door cooler, Yellow Rice (61F - Cold Holding); Pinto Beans (47F - Cold Holding);per operator foods not prepped or portioned today, foods prepared yesterday and held in unit overnight. Advised employee to discard food. See Stop Sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In 3 door cooler, Yellow Rice (61F - Cold Holding); Pinto Beans (47F - Cold Holding);per operator foods not prepped or portioned today, foods prepared yesterday and held in unit overnight. Advised employee to discard food. See Stop Sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Pinto Beans (136F - Reheating) at 11:50 am, since 11 am, to 134 F at 12:27 pm. At this rate, food will not reach to 165 F within 2 hours. Food was placed on stove to reheat.
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. Emailed poster to operator.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Table top can opener soiled with grease and food debris. Employee washed and sanitized can opener soiled.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Interior of microwave, under glass, rusted.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Clean utensils stored in container soiled with food debris on rack in kitchen. Employee placed items in three compartment sink to be washed.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Two employees preparing food without hair restraints. Educated employees on wearing proper hair restraints.
Equipment in poor repair. Shelf broken in low reach in cooler in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. 1). Cases of whole tomatoes stored on floor in back room. Advised employees to remove food from floor. 2). Bag of tamarind stored on floor in back room. Advised employees to remove food from floor.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed poster to operator.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign in female bathroom.
Portable water tank not enclosed or sloped to drain properly.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in reach in cooler in kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw beef in packages being thawed in 3 compartment sink in standing water. Beef at 41 F. Educated employee on proper thawing procedures. Beef was placed in cooler.
Sep 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. On cook line in hot holding unit, to go bag used to line container with cooked ready to eat rice.
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. In kitchen, drain line coming from the ceiling draining into handwashing sink.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. New employee hired less than two months not informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed to operator
Food stored on floor. By mop sink, bag of onions stored on floor. Employee moved onions to shelf
Jun 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. In kitchen, personal medicine stored on shelves with plates and ready to eat tortilla chips. Employee removed medication and stored properly
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. In kitchen, drain line coming from ceiling draining into handwashing sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit available at time of inspection. Employee stated test kit for chlorine is arriving in order.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. One employee training expired 5/5/2025
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. At front counter, employee bag stored with single serve glass soda bottles. Employee removed personal item.
Food stored on floor. By mop sink at back door, fryer oil stored on floor under sink. Operator moved fryer oil to shelf
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. In kitchen, missing light shield missing over shelves storing clean plates and fresh tortilla chips.
Nov 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top cooler prep line, pork (52F - Cold Holding). Operator stated held less than 1 hour. Operator moved to different cooler to chill
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/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels provided at handwashing sink by back door
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. On shelf next to prep line, to go containers not inverted to protect from contamination
Stored food not covered. In reach in freezer, churros not covered
Aug 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 5, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Raid stored on shelf above mop sink
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler by dishwasher, raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat salsa and pork
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top cooler, raw shrimp (45F - Cold Holding); salsa (44F - Cold Holding) Operator stated held less than two hours in cooler. Employee put ice in cooler to quick chill.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink at bar blocked with cup and water pitcher
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels available at handwashing sink by mop sink.
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. Two bags of onions stored on floor by back door.
Feb 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler, raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat rice. Operator moved to bottom shelf
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink at bar blocked by water pitcher. Operator removed
Oct 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At flip top cooler, Cheese sauce and pork (cold holding- 50°F). Operator stated stored in cooler for 1 hour. Operator moved to different cooler to chill to 40°F. Operator stated not prepped or cooked today.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In reach in cooler, cup used to dispense salsa. Operator removed.
Food stored on floor. At back door, two bags of onions and two boxes of avocados stored on floor. Operator removed and put onto shelf.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In flip top cooler, no thermometer to determine cooler temperature.
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.