LA POTRANCA TACOS & CANTINA
4446 WESTON ROAD, Weston FL 33331 · 209 814 2588
Last inspected Apr 2, 2026 · 7 visits since July 2023
JUL 23
FEB 24
JAN 25
AUG 25
APR 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -Observed 2 live flying insects landing on unplugged chest freezer.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,440
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026039710 | Apr 2, 2026 | Jul 27, 2026 | $400 |
| 2--2025066452 | Aug 11, 2025 | Sep 25, 2025 | $400 |
| 2--2021045277 | Sep 24, 2021 | Jul 5, 2022 | $200 |
| 2--2019023221 | Apr 16, 2019 | Jul 9, 2019 | $440 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Apr 2, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw beef gyro and raw pork gyro stored on top of containers of beer. Employee stored correctly.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at steam table white beans (124F - Hot Holding); sauté onions (127F - Hot Holding) per employee held out of temperature less than thirty minutes. Employee reheated rechecked white beans 166F sautéed onions 167F.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee nap sack and rice cooker in handwashing sink by the ice machine. Employee removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. On cook line. Employee replaced.
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stack plastic containers with moisture between them. Operator separated
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of cooking oil stored on the floor under hand washing sink on cook line.
Aug 11, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
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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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at walk in cooler - raw beef stored over chopped tomato onion mix. Raw beef over cooked beef and chorizo. Raw beef over bread. Employee stored correctly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at flip top cooler in kitchen - sliced ham (48F - Cold Holding) as per employee items held out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes, items not portioned or prepared today. Employee stored in lower portion of cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in kitchen - pork gyro (119F - Hot Holding); carne asada (114F - Hot Holding) as per employee items held out of temperature for approximately 45 minutes. Employee turned up temperatures.
Aug 1, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority2 Intermediate3 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 dishwasher machine at 00ppm after several attempts, operator tested for chlorine, quart and temperature..operator set up triple sink 100ppm
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at walk in cooler - raw beef stored over chopped tomato onion mix. Raw beef over cooked beef and chorizo. Raw beef over bread. Employee stored correctly.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed employee dropped off soiled dishes then proceeded to go into dining area to serve clients. Employee washed hands properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at flip top cooler in kitchen - sliced ham (48F - Cold Holding) as per employee items held out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes, items not portioned or prepared today. Employee stored in lower portion of cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in kitchen - pork gyro (119F - Hot Holding); carne asada (114F - Hot Holding) as per employee items held out of temperature for approximately 45 minutes. Employee turned up temperatures.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at hose bib outside at rear.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink at dishwasher area.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with chemical without label.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink stored on cutting board at bar. Employee removed and stored correctly.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at cooler at bar and at ice machine at back.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed on shelf - container of chorizo thawing at room temperature (39F). Employee stored in cooler.
Jan 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Food not preorder portioned today. heavy cream (51F - Cold Holding); open can of milk (52F - Cold Holding) observed containers on ambient temperature with ice only on bottom, per employee food held less than two hours,after instructed, operator placed both coin ice bath for a quick chill.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Faucet con to a hose.
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
Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed 3 wiping cloths, sponge and brush inside sink, employee removed.
Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. 2 covers of crest freezer, substantial build up of rust
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter, coffee station.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on prep table in cook line, employee removed.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Dishwasher area floor, six broken tiles in front of triple sink and ice machine., two with standing water.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Right side flip top in cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters along the cook line, substantial build up of food debris and grease.
Jul 28, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -Observed 2 live flying insects landing on unplugged chest freezer.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on can opener blade.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Observed accumulation of heavy black mold like substance buildup inside ice machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Observed accumulation of slime and old food residue buildup on flip top cooler gaskets. -Observed soiled residue buildup on flour and corn meal containers. -Observed accumulation of black substance buildup on can opener holster.
Jul 26, 2023Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -Observed 2 live flying insects landing on unplugged chest freezer.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -Observed raw shrimp stored over cooked chicken in asber freezer. Operator relocate cooked chicken.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. -Observed tuna salad date marked 07/15/2023. Item exceeds the recommended 7 days use by date. See stop sale.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed tuna salad date marked 07/15/2023. Item exceeds the recommended 7 days use by date.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on can opener blade.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. -Observed no hot water throughout establishment.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Observed accumulation of heavy black mold like substance buildup inside ice machine.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in prep area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Observed accumulation of slime and old food residue buildup on flip top cooler gaskets. -Observed soiled residue buildup on flour and corn meal containers. -Observed accumulation of black substance buildup on can opener holster.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed flour removed from the original containers not identified by common name. Operator label containers.
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.