MEXICAN FOOD LA LARGA Y LA QUESADILLA
1941 S MILITARY TRL R-3, West Palm Beach FL 33415 · 561.632.3042
Last inspected Jul 11, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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. No written procedure provided Emailed poster
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2021034934 | Jul 22, 2021 | Sep 17, 2021 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 11, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled soiled dishes while washing and rinsing then handled clean/sanitized dishes while placing to dry without washing hands. Discussed with employee who then washed hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At flip top and triple door reach in cooler(s); cooked rice (50F - Cold Holding); cooked beans (50F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); cut cabbage (47F - Cold Holding); cheese (50F - Cold Holding). Operator stated items not prepared or portioned today, held for less than 4 hours, moved to double door reach in cooler.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. At flip top; cut tomatoes (66F - Ambient Cooling 1:55/66F 2:25). Operator stated tomatoes cut 1 hour prior at this rate will not reach 41F within 4 hours, moved to double door upright reach in cooler to facilitate faster cooling.
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. 2 employees working longer than 60 days have no proof of required state approved training. Advised Operator to provide training to all required employees.
Jul 10, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled soiled dishes while washing and rinsing then handled clean/sanitized dishes while placing to dry without washing hands. Discussed with employee who then washed hands.
Non-food grade paper towel used as liner for food container in direct contact with washed/chopped cilantro. Operator removed paper towel from cilantro container.
Non-food grade shopping bags with red painted lettering used in direct contact with food (tortillas). Advised Operator to use only food-grade bags for food storage.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At flip top and triple door reach in cooler(s); cooked rice (50F - Cold Holding); cooked beans (50F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); cut cabbage (47F - Cold Holding); cheese (50F - Cold Holding). Operator stated items not prepared or portioned today, held for less than 4 hours, moved to double door reach in cooler.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. At flip top; cut tomatoes (66F - Ambient Cooling 1:55/66F 2:25). Operator stated tomatoes cut 1 hour prior at this rate will not reach 41F within 4 hours, moved to double door upright reach in cooler to facilitate faster cooling.
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. 2 employees working longer than 60 days have no proof of required state approved training. Advised Operator to provide training to all required employees.
Jan 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee walked behind counter from common dining area after handling menus then handled clean equipment, clean utensils and prepared drinks for customers without washing hands. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At reach in cooler; raw sausage stored over cheese. Operator moved raw sausage to bottom shelf.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. At prep area; cooked beans (125F - Cooling 12:00/125F 12:30). Operator stated beans removed from pot after cooking approximately 1 hour prior, at this rate will not reach 70F within 2 hours, placed under fan to facilitate faster cooling.
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 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink or wiping cloths.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Reach in freezer missing door, plastic wrap used as temporary door.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe underneath hand sink.
Feb 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. In kitchen; floor has food debris and paper behind cooler
Oct 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Reach-in Cooler; raw portioned chicken over tomato sauce Advised operator who removed.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Person I charge lacks knowledge Email poster
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. No written procedure provided Emailed poster
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Flip top cooler; cut lettuce (58F - Cooling)since 11:00@2:28, @3:05pm same; cut tomatoes (58F - Cooling)since 11:00am @ 2:29pm @3:05pm same At this current rate foods will not get to 41F or below within four hours. Advised operator who moved to quick chill
Jun 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. At kitchen, Raid household insect spray. Operator removed
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. At kitchen double door reach in cooler, raw shelled eggs stored over unwashed produce. Operator moved raw shelled eggs to lower shelf.
Jan 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Three compartment sink setup employee washing dishes. Three compartment sink chlorine 0 ppm. Explained. Employee tried to use Clorox spray bottle to spray chlorine in three compartment sink.explained. No chlorine available. Manager found one gallon of bleach for sanitizer. Prepared solution and tested chlorine 100 ppm.
Jan 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 3, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw frozen shrimps thawing in standing water in one of the sink of three compartment sink. Shrimps 36 f. Employee turned on the water.
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