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LA SALCHIPAPERIA DC

500 E OAKLAND PARK BLVD, Wilton Manors FL 33334 · 954.513.5342

Last inspected Jan 6, 2026 · 14 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats24
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1620170
Grade history
NOV 24
JAN 25
JUL 25
OCT 25
JAN 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

3 cases · $1,600

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2023056180Oct 3, 2023Mar 20, 2024$400
2--2015005195Feb 4, 2015Mar 11, 2015$800
2--2014048849Nov 19, 2014Jan 2, 2015$400

Inspection history

14 visits, newest first

Jan 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findings
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4
No soap provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink next to coffee machine Employee replaced soap
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken(Sir Lawrence Cooler) Employee labeled container
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Basic/51-13-4
Show the remaining 1 finding ▾
Stored food not covered. Cooked chicken. Sir Lawrence cooler Employee labeled container
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site
The state's own report →
Oct 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to store plastic utensils Handwash sink next to a coffee machine Operator removed plastic utensils from handwash sink
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink across from grill Operator replaced paper towel
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink across from grill. Operator replaced soap
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment in poor repair. Broken gasket on Walk In Cooler
Basic/14-11-5
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.
Basic/36-01-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4
Jul 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 9, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized.
High priority/22-43-4
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Walk In Cooler: Hotdogs; (52F - Cold Holding)Chorizo; (56F - Cold Holding)Hamburgers; (54F - Cold Holding); Chicken (52F - Cold Holding); Ham (52F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (52F); Sweet sauce (52F - Cold Holding); Mustard (53F - Cold Holding); Cooked shredded beef (53F - Cold Holding); cooked shredded Chicken (53F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (52F - Cold Holding); Diced Han (52F - Cold Holding) Reach In Cooler: Shredded chicken;; (45F - Cold Holding)Shredded beef; (45F - Cold Holding)
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk In Cooler: Hotdogs; (52F - Cold Holding)Chorizo; (56F - Cold Holding)Hamburgers; (54F - Cold Holding); Chicken (52F - Cold Holding); Ham (52F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (52F); Sweet sauce (52F - Cold Holding); Mustard (53F - Cold Holding); Cooked shredded beef (53F - Cold Holding); cooked shredded Chicken (53F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (52F - Cold Holding); Diced Han (52F - Cold Holding) Reach In Cooler: Shredded chicken;; (45F - Cold Holding)Shredded beef; (45F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Bacon; (106F - Hot Holding)Cooked pineapple; (130F - Hot Holding)Barbeque ribs. Cook reheat items to 165F
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink at front counter used to store Plastic containers. Employee removed containers.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Inadequate number/capacity of cold holding units to maintain time/temperature control for safety food at proper temperatures.
Intermediate/04-02-4
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary ammonium chloride test kit provided.
Intermediate/16-37-1
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/
Intermediate/53A-05-6
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
Basic/16-13-5
Jan 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Employee washed hands with cold water. Employee washed hands with cold water then put gloves on and began preparing food
High priority/12A-19-4
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sausage; (46F - Cold Holding); Beef (43F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Men's room, Lady's room Manager replaced paper towels
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Tomato sauce in Reach In Cooler
Intermediate/02C-02-5
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. Employee removed cell phones
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris.
Basic/22-08-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Employee removed mop from bucket
Basic/42-01-4/Corrected On-Site
Dec 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 20, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.

0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed.
Intermediate/31A-04-4/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwashing sink at front counter
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle container a reddish liquid identified as degreaser located under 3 compartment sink. Employee labeled spray bottle
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. 3/4 bottle of drinking water on prep table next to 3 Compartment sink. Employee removed item and placed on bottom shelf
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Employee personal items stored in a food preparation area. Employee cell phone on prep table next to 3 compartment sink.
Basic/40-06-5/Warning
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Warning
Sep 5, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
Intermediate/53A-02-7/Warning/Return visit Sep 5, 2024 · Observed Manager in charge lacking proof of food manager Certificate and no other certified food service manager employed at this location Admin Complaint
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit present
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning/Return visit Sep 5, 2024 · Observed no chlorine test kit present. Admin Complaint
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at front counter
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 5, 2024 · Observed no paper towel at Hand wash sink at front counter Admin Complaint
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle contains pink liquid identified as degreaser located next to 3 Compartment sink.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 5, 2024 · Not observed during this visit Admin Complaint
Jul 3, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded.

0 High priority7 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
Intermediate/53A-02-7/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit present
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at front counter
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-02-5/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle contains pink liquid identified as degreaser located next to 3 Compartment sink.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open cup of drinking water with straw on prep table
Basic/12B-07-4/Warning
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
Basic/16-13-5/Warning
Food stored on floor. Rice in Dry Storage
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
Dec 4, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs next to Cooked sausage in Reach In Cooler
High priority/08A-05-6
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. No chlorine test kit used to check sanitizer.
Intermediate/16-33-4
Oct 3, 2023Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

2 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Chicken wings stored in same container with raw beef
High priority/08A-20-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Oct 3, 2023 · Time Extended
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Cook washed gloved hands in 3 Compartment sink, then went back to prepare foods without changing gloves then went back to preparing food without putting on gloves on.
High priority/12A-09-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 3, 2023 · Time Extended
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Cook washed hands in 3 Compartment sink then went back to prepare food without putting gloves on
Intermediate/12A-03-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 3, 2023 · Time Extended
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.Manager is Fabian Sierra
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Oct 3, 2023 · Time Extended
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/
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Warning/Return visit Oct 3, 2023 · Time Extended
Oct 2, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Chicken wings stored in same container with raw beef
High priority/08A-20-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Cook washed gloved hands in 3 Compartment sink, then went back to prepare foods without changing gloves then went back to preparing food without putting on gloves on.
High priority/12A-09-4/Warning
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Cook washed hands in 3 Compartment sink then went back to prepare food without putting gloves on
Intermediate/12A-03-4/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.Manager is Fabian Sierra
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Repeat Violation/Warning
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/
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Warning
Operator does not permit customers to use bathroom. Bathroom access is denied to Customers as toilets are in disrepair and not working
Basic/32-24-4/Warning
Plumbing system in disrepair. Customer bathrooms are closed due to plumbing issues. Manager explained that they go across the street to Use La Granja's bathroom. Bathrooms are not flushing.
Basic/29-08-4/Warning
Standing water or very slow draining water in three-compartment sink
Basic/29-20-5/Warning
Oct 2, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs over pork ribs in walk-in cooler. Operator placed eggs on lower shelf.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Oct 2, 2023 · Observed raw shell eggs over Pork Ribs Admin Complaint
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Return visit Oct 2, 2023 · No proof of Food Managers Certificate Admin Complaint
Aug 1, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority7 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs over pork ribs in walk-in cooler. Operator placed eggs on lower shelf.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Shell eggs not immediately placed in refrigeration maintaining an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less upon receipt. Observed raw shell eggs79F being stored at room temperature on shelf below griddle. Per operator less than two hours. Operator moved eggs to cooler.
High priority/03A-23-4/Corrective Action Taken
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced American cheese (59-66F - Cold Holding) sitting on prep table at room temperature per operator less than two hours. Operator moved to cooler for quick chill.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink in kitchen with towels and spray bottle on the sides of the sink. Operator removed
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at front counter and in kitchen
Intermediate/31B-02-4
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Spray bottle containing degreaser substance not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink in kitchen.
Intermediate/27-16-4
Cardboard used on floor opposite storage room as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first
Basic/36-06-4
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers of frying oil on floor in storage area Observed boxes of potatoes and plantains on floor in walk-in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4

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.