LA TERRAZA CUBANA
3428 E ATLANTIC BLVD, Pompano Beach FL 33062
Last inspected Feb 20, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired December 1, 2023 Operator renewed Conformation number 238701782
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Feb 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 19, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority9 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Can of tomato sauce severely dented on rack in kitchen. Manager discarded. See Stop Sale.
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Raw whole zucchini stored in walk in cooler, with black, mold like substance. Manager discarded. See Stop Sale.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw pork stored over box of cooked croquettes in walk in freezer. Manager moved raw pork to bottom shelf.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork over cooked beef in walk in cooler. Manager moved raw pork to bottom shelf.
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. 1).Cutting boards throughout kitchen soiled with black, mold like substance. 2),Soda nozzle soiled with black, mold like substance. Employee cleaned and sanitized nozzle.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink in kitchen blocked with pans. Manager removed pans from sink.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Water heater turned off during inspection.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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, hired for less than two weeks without signed Employee Health Forms. Emailed form to operator.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Soap not accessible in soap holder at handwashing sink in kitchen. Manager provided soap.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. 1).Interior of microwave with rust. 2). Shelves of walk in cooler rusted.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water at handwashing sink. Water heater turned off at time of inspection.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor of walk in cooler soiled with food debris.
Food stored on floor. Bags of rice and black beans stored on floor in kitchen. Manager removed food from floor.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Two ice scoops with handles down in ice machine at bar. Employee placed scoops upright.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave soiled with grease and food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of walk in cooler soiled with black, mold like substance.
Jul 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In walk in cooler, raw chicken stored above raw beef. Operator moved chicken to bottom shelf
Nov 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. In walk in freezer, non food grade to go bags used to store raw chicken
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk in cooler, rice 52°F. Operator stated held out of refrigerator for less than two hours. Moved to freezer to quick chill
Single-service articles improperly stored. In kitchen by door to dining room, to go containers stored on soiled floor.
Jul 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered trash receptacle in women's restroom
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In storage area by walk in cooler, scoop handle laying in sugar container.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken thawing on counter on prep line. Employee moved to sink with running water
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. In storage closet by back door, wet mop stored in bucket.
Feb 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 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. 0PPM chlorine for dish machine. Employee primed 100ppm
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired December 1, 2023 Operator renewed Conformation number 238701782
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. By ice machine in kitchen, hand wash sink blocked by sanitizer bucket
Stored food not covered. In reach in freezer, food not covered. Operator covered
Jan 16, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Silva a Valeria Olivia manager in charge, no manager certification.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Nov 17, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Silva a Valeria Olivia manager in charge, no manager certification.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. No consumer advisory on menu to identify raw or under cooked items or posted in restaurant. Operator posted consumer advisory poster in restaurant.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On burner stove, standing water 109°F with utensils. Operator turned on burner to heat up water. 158°F
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.