TABANKA-A TRINI KITCHEN
1645-1647 S SR 7, North Lauderdale FL 33068 · 754-234-3897
Last inspected Feb 3, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
JUL 24
AUG 24
APR 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
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5 inspections within 19 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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 manager.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Feb 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Emailed poster to manager.
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 manager.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink next to triple sink blocked by tray. Operator removed during the inspection.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed poster to manager.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed at front counter wiping cloth chlorine sanitizer reading 0 ppm. Operator remade during inspection to 100ppm chlorine.
Sep 25, 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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Food stored on floor. At kitchen walk in freezer, bins of food stored on floor. Advised operator of proper storage. Operator moved items to shelf.
Apr 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Above walk in cooler, ceiling tiles damaged.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. In kitchen, cutting board stored on floor in between reach in cooler and walk in cooler. Operator moved cutting board to dish area to clean.
Food stored on floor. In walk in cooler, containers of potatoes stored on floor. Employee moved containers to shelf
Aug 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed quart container in hand washing sink next to mixer employee removed
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Shelf above three compartment sink.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of frying oil stored on kitchen floor
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood fans
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed herbs over butter in walk-in cooler.
Jul 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed at three compartment sink chlorine 200+ Ppm. Operator refilled sink rechecked Chlorine 100 Ppm
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink used as a dump sink operator dump excess water from steam table in hand washing sink.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at hand washing sink. Operator turned on.
Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink. Observed sides of the three compartment sink with accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed missing hot water handle from front kitchen hand washing sink.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of chick peas stored on walk-in cooler floor. Observed frying oil stored on floor at cook line.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in mashed potato container the handle in contact with potato. Operator removed.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelves at prep station soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed kitchen hood fans with soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
Jan 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine at three compartment sink 200+ Ppm. Operator diluted rechecked 100 Ppm
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed Macaroni pie 56F @2:15 cooling since 1:00 rechecked 55F 2:42pm in covered pans in walk-in cooler operator placed in walk-in freezer.
No soap provided at handwash sink.by walk-in freezer cooler operator provided.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.in kitchen.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Explained to operator correct method. Employee set up correctly.
Utensils in poor condition. Cracked and broken lids stored on clean rack
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Opposite cook line.
Sep 1, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food Cut sweet potato in the walk in cooler, operator removed plastic bag.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed curry chicken and stew chicken in the walk in cooler dated 8/24. 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. Observed curry chicken and stew chicken in the walk in cooler dated 8/24. See stop sale.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Oven in kitchen, Macaroni pie 126° at 2:45 to 116° at 3:30p, heated cooling since 2:00p. Observed cooling covered in the oven. At this cooling rate, food will not reach 70° in two hours. Operator placed in the freezer to quick chill.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or sanitizer buckets. Operator provided kit for chlorine instead of quatenary.
No soap provided at handwash sink by the triple sink. Operator provided.
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.
Employee food container stored on top of clean utensils. Operator removed.
Utensils in poor condition. Food container lids stored clean on the utensil rack, cracked and broken.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. One observed on counter at the front line. Operator placed in solution.
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