QUINTAL BRAZIL
1905-1915 E ATLANTIC BLVD, Pompano Beach FL 33060 · 786-217-2045
Last inspected Feb 10, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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. Provided poster to operator and displayed.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2022015932 | Mar 11, 2022 | Jun 14, 2022 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Feb 10, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelves in walk in cooler rusted.
Feb 5, 2026Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef ribs stored over juice pulp in reach in freezer in adjoining back room. Employee moved ribs to bottom shelf for proper storage.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over whole tomatoes and who,e melon in walk in cooler. Educated manager on storing ready to eat foods under raw foods. Employee moved eggs to bottom shelf.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles containing cleaner, unlabeled in kitchen. Manager removed spray bottles.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Walk in freezer not working and flip top cooler turned off.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelves in walk in cooler rusted.
Nov 3, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Certified food manager certification expired on 5/25/25, ( Rodrigo Crespo -issued 5/25/20).
Oct 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority7 Intermediate5 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. Dish machine at 0 ppm after three attempts. Advised manager to discontinue use of machine. Establishment using three compartment sink to sanitize dishes until dish machine is repaired.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw steak stored over raw salmon in walk in cooler. Employee rearranged for proper storage.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. 1). Marinara prepared and dated on 10/16/25 ( 8 days), stored in walk in cooler. 2). Pesto sauce prepared and dated 9/30/25 ( 24 days), stored in walk in cooler. 3) House made Caesar dressing made and dated on 10/14/25 ( 10 days), stored in walk in cooler. 4). Créme Brûlée made and dated on 10/14/25 ( 10 days), stored in walk in cooler. Employee discarded all items. See Stop Sale.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. 1). Marinara prepared and dated on 10/16/25 ( 8 days), stored in walk in cooler. 2). Pesto sauce prepared and dated 9/30/25 ( 24 days), stored in walk in cooler. 3) House made Caesar dressing made and dated on 10/14/25 ( 10 days), stored in walk in cooler 4). Créme Brûlée made and dated on 10/14/25 ( 10 days), stored in walk in cooler. Employee discarded all items. See Stop Sale.
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. Provided poster to operator and displayed.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Certified food manager certification expired on 5/25/25, ( Rodrigo Crespo -issued 5/25/20).
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Tabletop can opener soiled with food debris. Employee cleaned and sanitized.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary test strips available to check triple sink at establishment. No chlorine test strips available for dishwasher..
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 employees hired less than a week with no food handlers certification and no signed employee health forms. Provided forms to manager.
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. Two employees without food handler training, hired less than 60 days.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pasta cooked 2 days ago, per operator, not dated. Operator dated.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Clean utensils not inverted in cutlery rack stored on prep table in kitchen. Employee inverted utensils.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee 's phone stored on prep table next to cutting board. Employee removed phone.
Food stored on floor. Bucket of chicken base stored on kitchen floor and boxes of bread rolls stored on floor in walk in freezer. Employee removed food items from floor and placed on shelves.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils stored in container of water at 72 F on rack in kitchen. Employee discarded water.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave in kitchen soiled with food debris. Employee cleaned and sanitized.
Oct 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. In reach in cooler, tuna 40°F not removed from reduced oxygen packaging before thawing. Operator stated held there over night.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Clam tags not dated either last date served
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips available for dish machine or three compartment sink.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. In reach in cooler, tuna 40°F not removed from reduced oxygen packaging before thawing. Operator stated held there over night. See stop sale
Aug 23, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line, butter (50F - Cold Holding). Over stacked.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tuna tartare on menu doesn't identify raw ingredient.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At prep area in kitchen, spray bottle containing toxic substances not labeled with common name. At three compartment sink, spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On Prep table in kitchen, employee open drink stored.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. At prep table across from reach in coolers, two fly strips hanging over prep area. Operator removed
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer has bulidup of ice on door and floor.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. At bar, ice scoop stored on spiked surface next to ice machine.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. At prep table in kitchen, scoops laying with handle in flour.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line, in use utensils stored in standing water 77°F.
Stored food not covered. Pasta stored not covered in reach in freezer in bakery area.
Feb 7, 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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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In walk in cooler, home made gravy 65°F. Held in cooler overnight. Operator stated not cooked or cooked today. See stop sale
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In walk in cooler, home made gravy 65°F. Held in cooler overnight. Operator stated not cooked or cooked today.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Wrong test stop used to test chlorine dish machine
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line, standing water with utensils 100°F. Cook put fresh water in 177°F
Oct 5, 2023Inspection 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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No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand-wash sign missing in employee restroom
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Open bottle of water. Chef discarded drink
No portable fire extinguisher present. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher on floor in kitchen, chef replaced to designated place.
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