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LA PERRADA DEL GORDO BOCA LLC

23049 STATE ROAD 7, Boca Raton FL 33428 · 561.389.9857

Last inspected May 7, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats30
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6022333
Grade history
MAR 25
AUG 25
MAR 26
APR 26
MAY 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects found. 2 flies landing on trash can near back door. Operator eliminated.
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $360

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2025069440Aug 19, 2025Jan 13, 2026$360

Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

May 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef steak over cheese. Chef removed beef steak
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips
Intermediate/16-37-1
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. Form emailed
Intermediate/11-26-1
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Basic/36-37-5
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles and vents dusty
Basic/36-34-5
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open cup of beverage on cutting board. Chef removed cup of beverage
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap beneath rear exit door in kitchen
Basic/35B-01-4
Stored food not covered. Empanadas in freezer not covered, chef covered empanadas
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Oil in spray bottle not labeled. Chef labeled
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
The state's own report →
Apr 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pork hot held at 98F at cook line. Per operator, pork cooked 1 hour before the inspection. Advised operator to reheat pork to 165F.
High priority/03B-01-6
Unnecessary item in the food preparation, food storage, or warewashing area. Observed a scooter stored in kitchen.
Intermediate/43-08-4
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Basic/36-37-5/Repeat Violation
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed a wet wiping cloth at front counter not stored in sanitizer solution between use.
Basic/21-12-4
Mar 25, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing food containers without sanitizing.
High priority/22-45-4
Live, small flying insects found Observed 2 live flying insects next to ice machine.
High priority/35A-02-7/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw bacon stored over cooked meats in reach in freezer.
High priority/08A-02-6
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed cut tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); cheese (47F - Cold Holding). Per operator, both items transfer to front line 5 minutes before the inspection. Operator relocate both items to reach in cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Basic/36-37-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Basic/10-08-5
Stored food not covered. Observed uncovered containers with TCS foods stored in reach in cooler and freezer.
Basic/08B-12-5
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed cases with unwashed tomatoes stored over pineapple sauce in reach in cooler.
Basic/08B-17-4
Aug 20, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Basic/36-37-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint/Return visit Aug 20, 2025 · Time Extended
Aug 19, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 7 high priority.

7 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Container of medicine improperly stored. Container of energy vitamins stored on shelf above food prep table. Operator removed.
High priority/41-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Live, small flying insects found. 2 flies landing on trash can near back door. Operator eliminated.
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored above ready to eat hot dogs and ready to eat mozzarella cheese in kitchen reach in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef stored above raw chicken in kitchen prep reach in cooler operator reorganized.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. mozzarella cheese (71F - Cold Holding) held at room temperature at front counter for less than two hours. Operator placed item into beverage reach in cooler to chill.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. sliced tomato (52F - Ambient Cooling for 15 min at 2:45, 52F at 3:15); raw pork (53F - Ambient Cooling for 15 min at 2:45, 52F); raw chicken (51F - Ambient Cooling for 15 min at 2:45, 51F at 3:15). At current rate of cooling, items will not reach 41F within 4 hour window. Operator moved items to neighboring cooler to chill.
High priority/03D-06-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked chicken (123F - Hot Holding); cooked beef (124F - Hot Holding) held at front counter steam table for less than 2 hours per operator. Operator increased temperature on steam table and began reheating items to 165F.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink right of cook line used to store pots. Operator removed.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
No soap provided at handwash sink in woman's room.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Warning
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Basic/36-37-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vent above kitchen prep table soiled with dust.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Packages of raw pork thawing at room temperature in bus bin on kitchen storage rack. Operator moved items to reach in cooler.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Working container of sugar not labeled at kitchen prep table. Operator labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Mar 27, 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
Show 7 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over sauces and open containers of hot dogs. Chef moved chicken to bottom shelf
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink in kitchen with pots in it. Cook removed pots and washed sink
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
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. No illness agreement form available at time of inspection. Form was emailed.
Intermediate/11-26-1
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles with yellow chemicals not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling in kitchen not smooth.
Basic/36-37-5
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open and used bottle of water on cutting board on cook line. Chef moved bottle of water to bottom shelf
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign at handwashing sink at front counter
Basic/31B-04-4
Jul 2, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. In the reach in cooler, raw beef and raw chicken were stored above portioned sauces and cut hot dogs. The raw meats were moved
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At the front counter next to the burger make station, shredded cheese (74F - Cold Holding). The cheese has been stored out of refrigeration for less than 2 hours. The operator returned to refrigeration to quick chill and cold hold.
High priority/03A-02-5
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. At the mop sink in the dining room
Basic/42-01-4
Jan 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken and raw beef over cooked empanadas and sliced tomato and vegetables. Chef moved items
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles with chemicals not labeled
Intermediate/41-17-4
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Basic/36-37-5
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Basic/51-13-4
Jul 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At reach in freezer- raw beef not commercially packaged over tiramisu- operator moved beef to lower shelf.
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At reach in cooler raw beef stored over shreeded cheese - operator moved to lower shelf.
High priority/08A-05-6
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Operator states beef burger can be served medium as per customer request- provided consumer advisory to operator.
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Corrective Action Taken
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle of degreaser not labeled at front counter- operator labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site

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.