LA PARRILLA DE PANCHO
628 S SR 7, Margate FL 33068 · 954.975.8948
Last inspected Jul 17, 2026 · 11 visits since October 2023
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 15 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. Provided poster to manager.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026017238 | Jan 14, 2026 | Jun 10, 2026 | $400 |
| 2--2023062136 | Oct 26, 2023 | Mar 14, 2024 | $400 |
| 2--2023024546 | Apr 11, 2023 | May 18, 2023 | $400 |
| 2--2017037061 | Jul 29, 2017 | Aug 23, 2017 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 17, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 16, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Reach in cooler #2 raw pork stored in printed to go bag. Operator removed and placed in food grade bag.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Reach in cooler #3 raw shell eggs over ready to eat chimichurri sauce. Operator removed eggs to the lower shelf of another cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food not maintained frozen solid in a freezer. 1.Observed in small chest freezer in storage area- fresh frozen mussels (48F - Cold Holding); raw breaded shrimp (47F - Cold Holding). Per operator freezer was unknowingly unplugged. Items were held in unit over night exceeding 6 hours. 2. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 3. Observed in reach in cooler #2 potato salad (47F - Cold Holding). Per operator items were not prepared or portioned today. Items were held in cooler over night exceeding 6 hours. 4. Reach in cooler #1tomato salsa (47F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (46F - Cold Holding); raw beef (48F - Cold Holding); raw pork (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding). Per operator items were not prepared or portioned today. Items were held in cooler over night exceeding 6 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1. Observed in reach in cooler #2 potato salad (47F - Cold Holding). Per operator items were not prepared or portioned today. Items were held in cooler over night exceeding 6 hours. 2. Reach in cooler #1tomato salsa (47F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (46F - Cold Holding); raw beef (48F - Cold Holding); raw pork (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding). Per operator items were not prepared or portioned today. Items were held in cooler over night exceeding 6 hours. See stop sale.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food particles in hand washing sink at cook line. Advised operator that hand washing sink is only used for hand washing. Operator cleaned during the inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine next to dish machine soiled. Operator cleaned during the inspection.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. One employee engaging in food preparation not wearing hair restraint.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Inside microwave at cook line soiled with food debris. Operator cleaned during the inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food not maintained frozen solid in a freezer. Observed in small chest freezer in storage area- fresh frozen mussels (48F - Cold Holding); raw breaded shrimp (47F - Cold Holding). Per operator freezer was unknowingly unplugged. Items were held in unit over night exceeding 6 hours. See stop sale.
Jan 22, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee preparing food wearing a watch. Operator removed during inspection.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing in dry / drinks storage area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled with food debris. Operator cleaned during the inspection.
Jan 14, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine chlorine sanitizer reading 0 ppm. Advised operator to set up triple sink to sanitize dishes until dish machine is repaired. Triple sink was set up reading 100 ppm chlorine.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed in reach in next to steam table, raw chicken stored over unwashed tomatoes. Operator removed tomatoes and placed in another cooler.
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 in reach in cooler next to steam table - cooked pork (46F - Cold Holding). Per operator item was not prepared or portioned today. Item was left in cooler over night exceeding 6 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler next to steam table - cooked pork (46F - Cold Holding). Per operator item was not prepared or portioned today. Item was left in cooler over night exceeding 6 hours. See stop sale.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for dish machine and sanitizer bucket using chlorine as the main sanitizer.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink at cook line. Operator replenished during the inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine next to dish machine has Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned during the inspection.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee preparing food wearing a watch. Operator removed during inspection.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed one employee engaging in food preparation without hair restraint.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing in dry / drinks storage area.
Food stored on floor. Observed in dry storage area, bottle of oil in box on floor. Operator elevated during the inspection.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop on dirty surface. Operator cleaned and sanitized scoop and placed in a food service container.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled with food debris. Operator cleaned during the inspection.
Jan 14, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Though out kitchen
Aug 1, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. At cook line,two door cooler - Raw fish stored over raw beef. Raw shrimp over raw chicken.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At cook line counter -Fresh garlic in oil (83F - Cold Holding). Per operator item was not prepared or portioned today. Item was prepared on 7-31 and held outside over night. Educated operator on proper temperature control procedures. Operator discarded.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Provided poster to manager.
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. Provided poster to manager.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Ready to eat cheese left outside per operator for approximately 30 minutes at 11:14 am-(64F-Cooling). Operator removed to cooler for quick chill at 12:00pm-(64F Cooling).
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Eggs and Steak not identified on menu as undercooked or raw.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. No consumer advisory posted or on menu for eggs and steak items.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen area.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. In kitchen at prep table. Operator removed during inspection.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided poster to manager.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Exit door blocked with ladders.
May 13, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw beef in reach in freezer #3.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked yuka (51F - cold holding). Per operator item was not prepared or portioned today. Item has been out even out of temperature for more than 4 hours. See stop sale.
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/ Observed Maria R, expired 3/7/2025
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. Observed Marielen M, Pedro R, Maria L. Zemployeed more than 60 days with no proof of training.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle bowl used to portion uncooked rice in bin under preparation table across from cook line. Employee removed bowl.
Mar 13, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored above unwashed tomatoes in reach in cooler next to steam table. PIC removed and stored appropriately.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw beef in reach in freezer #3.
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 cooked yuka (51F - cold holding). Per operator item was not prepared or portioned today. Item has been out even out of temperature for more than 4 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked yuka (51F - cold holding). Per operator item was not prepared or portioned today. Item has been out even out of temperature for 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 meat balls (130-137F - Hot Holding). Per operator item has been out of temperature for approximately 30mins. Meat ball placed to be reheated.
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/ Observed Maria R, expired 3/7/2025
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. Observed Marielen M, Pedro R, Maria L. Zemployeed more than 60 days with no proof of training.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle bowl used to portion uncooked rice in bin under preparation table across from cook line. Employee removed bowl.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed on preparation table across from cook line. Employee removed.
Stored food not covered. Observed empanadas stored unprotected in reach in freezer #1.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on preparation table across from cook line. Employee removed wet wiping cloth.
Jul 19, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate5 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 chlorine sanitizer 10 Ppm. Employee primed machine rechecked 100 Ppm
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef in a ziplock bag over yuca not all commercially packaged in freezer chest. Employee rearranged freezer chest
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shellfish eggs on top in contact with a plastic lid covering sauce in Frigidaire reach in employee removed eggs
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. cooked yuca (51F - Cold Holding) not portion or prep today per employee yuca held in cooler over night.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in low boy on cook line low boy; cheese (55F - Cold Holding); cooked yuca (51F - Cold Holding) not portion or prep today per employee cheese held less than two hours employee placed cheese in another cooler for quick chill. yuca held over night. See stop sale unit ambient temperature 55F advised operator not to place any TCS items in cooler until fixed.
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. Petro Ramirez employed since 02/16/2024
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. Employee started 3 days ago emailed form.
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Though out kitchen
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Small freezer chest.
In-use ice scoop for ice machine located outside not stored in a protected manner between uses. Observed ice scoop in contact with top of ice machine.
Interior of ice machine/bin with rust that has pitted the surface
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Lowboy on cook line.
Feb 22, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate5 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 chlorine 0 Ppm sanitizer empty. Technician arrived at time of inspection rechecked chlorine 100Ppm
Employee washed hands with cold water.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken over whole tomatoes In Traulsen reach in cooler. Employee move tomatoes to other cooler
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over Parmesan cheese. Employee placed eggs on lower shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken soup (90F - Hot Holding)chicken soup on stove. Per employee held less than 4 hours. Employee turn up flame to reheat to 165
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. Two new employees without training. Printed forms employees filed out
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense rice.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair though out kitchen.
In-use ice scoop for ice machine located outside not stored in a protected manner between uses. Scoop stored on top of ice machine washed and sanitized
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on 2 freezer chest soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on freezer chest
Oct 26, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 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 (Chlorine 00ppm). After 3er. Attempt.
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. Poster provided
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. Two new employees, without employee's training. Form emailed.
Ceiling tile missing. 3 ceiling tiles above the dry good storage
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Several broken tiles throughout the entire kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Several gallon of cooking oil on floor in rear kitchen
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Top of ice machine, Employee removed to be wash
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Bar area- glass glasses not inverted, employee inverted
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