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TARDES CALENAS BAR RESTAURANT

2023-2025 HOLLYWOOD BLVD, Hollywood FL 33020 · 561.460.6845

Last inspected Jul 30, 2026 · 8 visits since April 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats179
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1623419
Grade history
JAN 25
APR 25
SEP 25
OCT 25
JUL 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding 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. Bulletin printed and provided.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

1 case · $200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2025079681Sep 22, 2025Dec 4, 2025$200

Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Jul 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In walk in cooler, portioned prepared cream sauce missing date prepared. Manager added date marked to tray.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee at cookline wearing watch while prepping food. Employee removed watch.
Basic/13-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Oct 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority1 Intermediate2 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 tested at 0ppm chlorine. Operator added chlorine sanitizer and retested at 100ppm chlorine
High priority/22-42-4/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Raw beef stored above bottles of water in walk in cooler. Operator reorganized
High priority/08A-11-5/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw burger stored above raw shrimp, raw salmon in 2 door glass reach in freezer on cook line. Operator reorganized
High priority/08A-17-6/Corrected On-Site
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. 2 provided
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Establishment charging automatic gratuity without properly disclosing the information on the menu and the bill. Automatic gratuity notice of 18% posted on day menu, on final bill but not posted on dinner/full drink menu
Basic/55-01-4
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Wiping cloth sanitizer tested at 0ppm chlorine. Operator added chlorine sanitizer and retested at 100ppm chlorine
Basic/21-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Sep 22, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Container of ibuprofen stored with dry storage items in prep area. Operator removed
High priority/41-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing and rinsing glasses at bar with no sanitize step. Instructed operator to move glasses to kitchen three compartment sink to properly sanitize
High priority/22-45-4/Corrective Action Taken
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw burger not in original packaging stored above cooked shrimp in 2 door glass reach in freezer on cook line. Operator reorganized
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored above raw pork in 2 door glass reach in cooler on cook line. Operator reorganized
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink with hose attached
High priority/29-34-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at wait station hand wash sink. Operator provided
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils stored in standing water of 86F on cook line. Employee removed, discarded water, sanitized utensils and moved new water to grill
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed at fire extinguisher next to back door in kitchen
/45-02-4
Apr 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee touched soiled apron and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Reviewed proper hand washing with employee.
High priority/12A-28-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed -Walk in cooler; raw chicken over raw beef, operator stored properly.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed in 2 door reach in freezer raw ground beef burger patties over cooked potatoes and egg rolls. All not in original packaging, Operator stored property.
High priority/08A-17-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Cookline handwashing sink used as storage for container of dish washing solution. Operator removed.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ - Manager Elsa arrived during inspection.
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed in walk in cooler cooked shrimp soup portioned in quart containers made 2 days ago not properly date marked. Operator date marked.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -Walk in cooler door handle.
Basic/23-24-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Warning
Jan 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored above raw beef in 2 door stainless reach in on cook line. Operator reorganized
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Can of wd40 stored with dry storage items at prep station. Operator removed and properly stored
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Espresso machine drain line draining into expo line hand wash sink. Discussed with operator
Intermediate/31A-10-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer guard soiled. Operator started to clean and sanitize
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrective Action Taken
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at expo line hand wash sinks. Operator refilled
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at walk in cooler door
Basic/23-24-4
Jun 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Flip top:; cut tomatoes (54F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (64F - Cold Holding). Per operator in unit over 4 hours. Foods not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Flip top:; cut tomatoes (54F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (64F - Cold Holding). Per operator in unit over 4 hours. Foods not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale.
High priority/03A-02-5
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed grains of rice debris in handwashing sink next to triple sink. Operator removed.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handles soiled on in 2 door freezer. Operator cleaned.
Basic/23-24-4/Corrected On-Site
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Operator placed covered on receptacle.
Basic/32-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Jun 17, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Elsa Fajardo 4-6-2019 Prometric
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning/Return visit Jun 17, 2024 · Observed same. Admin Complaint
Apr 15, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In kitchen fliptop lower cooler, cooked potatoes (51F - Cooling). Per employee cooling prepared night before and in unit overnight. See stop sale.
High priority/03D-02-5/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler, container of raw chicken above containers of chicken stock and beans.
High priority/08A-05-6/Warning
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In walk in cooler, tray with tubes of raw ground beef above container of raw pork.
High priority/08A-20-5/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In kitchen fliptop lower cooler, cooked potatoes (51F - Cooling). Per employee cooling prepared night before and in unit overnight.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Threaded faucet with attached hose in kitchen missing vacuum breaker.
High priority/29-34-4/Warning
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. Bulletin printed and provided.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Elsa Fajardo 4-6-2019 Prometric
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In walk in cooler, quart containers of cooked pineapple sauce and shrimp with cream sauce not labeled. Per employee prepared 4-14.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Warning
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. Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Wiping cloth under cutting board at fliptop unit.
Basic/21-04-4/Warning
Stored food not covered. In walk in cooler, container of prepped raw pork, bucket of cooked beans, and bucket of chicken stock not covered.
Basic/08B-12-5/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container of sugar in prep area not labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5/Repeat Violation/Warning

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.