LAS CARNITAS EXPRESS INC
3291 W SUNRISE BLVD, Fort Lauderdale FL 33311 · 9546006147
Last inspected Mar 26, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
FEB 24
AUG 24
DEC 24
NOV 25
MAR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 13 points off where it started.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed behind hot holding cabinet. Operator states her pest control is behind schedule. Operator called pest control for treatment tonight.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2015050944 | Nov 17, 2015 | Dec 30, 2015 | $800 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator corrected to 100ppm.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed both handwashing sinks with metal pots and pans in the. Operator removed all items from handwashing sinks.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer by the cook line.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed wiping cloth.
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Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Opened employee Pepsi bottle in a cold holding unit by the cook line with food to be served to customers. Operator disposed of employees drink.
Nov 6, 2025□ 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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No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in Atosa holding unit by cook line.
Nov 4, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed line wedger with heavy build up.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Per operator, shredded chicken, black beans, chicken soup, all prepared more than 24 hours prior, no date marks.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tank for soda system, not secured.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed two (2) upright coolers in rear kitchen at 43F. Request service.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in Atosa holding unit by cook line.
Dec 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Containers of medicine improperly stored. Observed multiple medications and vitamins stored above shelves for soda/coffee. Operator relocated to office area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed multiple employees using multiple hand washing stations for cleaning utensils.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed beef, chicken, pork, soup, all 48 hrs per operator.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket on hot holding box in poor repair.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at front counter.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Aug 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles and gaskets.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed 4 employee drinks on prep table. Operator relocated to bottom shelf.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed male food service employees with no hair restraints.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Feb 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles and gaskets.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Walk-in cooler, no ambient thermometer.
Nov 27, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 21, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Operator corrected to 100 ppm.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance. Observed cutting board at salad station deeply stained.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed behind hot holding cabinet. Operator states her pest control is behind schedule. Operator called pest control for treatment tonight.
In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. Observed clean utensils stored service side up in containers. Operator corrected.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover on prep table.
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.