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YA ESTA EL PAN RESTAURANT AND BAKERY

6622 STIRLING RD, Hollywood FL 33024 · 754 263 7377

Last inspected Jan 6, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats24
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1623978
Grade history
NOV 23
OCT 24
JAN 25
AUG 25
JAN 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 23 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In walk in cooler, container of black beans (50F - Cooling). Per employee and date mark, not prepared or portioned today - prepared on 8-17 and in cooler overnight. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-02-5
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Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $360

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2024070691Dec 3, 2024Mar 31, 2025$200
2--2023014220Jan 30, 2023Apr 18, 2023$160

Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Jan 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 15 findings
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Employee washed hands for less than 10 seconds before putting on new gloves after using cell phone. Reviewed proper handwashing time and employee rewashed hands.
High priority/12A-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. In walk in freezer, empanadas in standard plastic to go bags. Advised manager to remove from bags when able.
High priority/14-31-5/Corrective Action Taken
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In walk in cooler, open bag of raw chicken in same container as wrapped whole pork loins. Manager moved chicken to bottom shelf with other raw chicken.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. Only thermometer available for cooking/hot holding temperatures.
Intermediate/05-03-4
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unknown substance in spray bottle on shelf above triple sink. Manager marked as windex.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Scoop handles in contact with dry beans and sugar in bulk containers. Employee removed scoops.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Employee open coffeee cup on prep table in bakery while prepared dough. Employee covered cup and removed from table.
Basic/12B-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee eating/drinking in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee coffee cup on bakery prep table while preparing dough. Employee removed cup from prep area.
Basic/12B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floor area under shelves in bakery prep area at back of kitchen.
Basic/36-01-4
Hole in or other damage to wall. Around wall mounted air conditioner unit opposite triple sink.
Basic/36-24-5/Repeat Violation
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in standing water (84F) by triple sink. Manager dumped water.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Digital thermometer on front dessert case not operational.
Basic/05-09-4
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand sink at front counter slow draining.
Basic/29-20-5/Repeat Violation
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. In area around triple sink.
Basic/36-27-5
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk sugar container under kitchen prep table missing label. Employee added label.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
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Aug 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

4 High priority1 Intermediate6 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, container of black beans (50F - Cooling). Per employee and date mark, not prepared or portioned today - prepared on 8-17 and in cooler overnight. See stop sale.
High priority/03D-02-5
Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Employee in kitchen wiped hand on soiled cloth tucked into apron and continued working with food items. Reviewed proper procedures and employee removed cloth and washed hands.
High priority/12A-18-4/Corrected On-Site
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee in kitchen handled utensil container and non food related items looking for thermometer and returned to prepping food without washing hands and changing gloves. Reviewed proper procedures for washing hands and changing gloves with employee and employee washed hands.
High priority/12A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In walk in cooler, container of black beans (50F - Cooling). Per employee and date mark, not prepared or portioned today - prepared on 8-17 and in cooler overnight. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-02-5
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Batteries dead in probe thermometer.
Intermediate/05-06-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee closed water bottle on counter by cutting board at front counter.
Basic/12B-07-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Damaged/ broken foot tiles at end of cookline with damaged concrete beneath.
Basic/36-17-5
Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall area damaged around and below A/C unit opposite triple sink.
Basic/36-24-5/Corrected On-Site
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Soiled wiping cloth tucked into kitchen employee's apron. Employee removed cloth.
Basic/21-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Front counter hand sink very slow draining after washing hands.
Basic/29-20-5
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Mold like buildup and discoloration around and below A/C unit installed opposite triple sink.
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation
Jan 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Employee quickly washed hands for less than 10 seconds after handling dirty dishware. Reviewed proper procedures with employee and she rehashed hands properly.
High priority/12A-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee rinsed hands in front counter prep sink after removing gloves from handling dirty dish ware. Reviewed with employee to always use hand sink only. Employee rewashed hands in correct sink.
Intermediate/12A-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Container of empty plastic bottles in hand sink at front counter. Employee removed container.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink in kitchen used to rinse utensils as evidenced by utensil and food debris in sink. Reviewed with employees hand wash sink cannot be used for any other purpose.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
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/ Certified Food Manager Ingrid Duguid 2-15-2022 Person in Charge Oswaldo Alarcon
Intermediate/53A-05-6
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Individual rice puddings in front cold case not date marked when prepared. Per employee prepared on 1-29.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic container in bulk dry beans in kitchen. Employee removed container.
Basic/14-01-5/Repeat Violation
Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall damaged by mini A/C unit opposite triple sink and above kitchen back door.
Basic/36-24-5
Stored food not covered. Multiple prepared food items at proper temperature in walk in cooler not covered.
Basic/08B-12-5/Repeat Violation
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Mold like buildup on wall beside and below mini A/C unit installed opposite triple sink.
Basic/36-27-5
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Soiled Wet wiping cloth on prep table opposite fryers at cook line.
Basic/21-09-4
Oct 3, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Employee cracked raw shell eggs and continued to prepare other good items without first washing hands and changing gloves. Reviewed with manager to discuss with employees proper handwashing procedures.
High priority/12A-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In kitchen, under no temperature control and not in use, containers of whole raw fish (68F - Cold Holding); whole muscle raw beef (59F - Cold Holding); raw pork belly (65F - Cold Holding). Per employee all items out of walk in cooler for approximately 3 hrs. All items returned to walk in cooler to rechill.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Pan de bono, cheese taquitos, empanadas, and sausage in front counter display case and flats of raw shell eggs in bakery missing time marks. Manager added time marks all individual items. No items out of temperature more than 4 hours...no stop sale necessary.
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at kitchen hand sink. Manager replaced.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonservice animals in the food establishment or on premises. Customers entered and sat inside with two non service dogs. Customers were asked, and complied, to sit outside.
Intermediate/35A-01-4/Corrected On-Site
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic container in bulk container of beans under prep table in kitchen.
Basic/14-01-5/Repeat Violation
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee coffee cup on baking prep table. Employee removed cup.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Employee open top coffee cup on baking prep table. Employee removed coffee cup.
Basic/12B-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on kitchen prep table next to rice cooker. Employee removed cell phone.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employees at cook line wearing watch and bracelet. Employees removed jewelry.
Basic/13-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee at cook line not wearing hair restraint.
Basic/13-03-4
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Soiled dry wiping cloth on end of prep table closest to baking wood table.
Basic/21-10-4
Stored food not covered. In walk in cooler, container cooked potatoes and container whole raw fish not covered. Both at proper temperature.
Basic/08B-12-5
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. 1) Labels worn off of containers of powdered milk and powdered sugar in baking area. Manager relabeled containers. 2) Spray bottle of water in bake ping area missing label. Manager labeled. 3) Container of salt in baking area not labeled. Manager labeled. 4) Containers of sugar at front counter not labeled. Manager labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Dec 28, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Equipment in poor repair. Sliding glass door chipped where pan de bono is stored.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Dec 28, 2023 · Observed same Time Extended
Dec 28, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Equipment in poor repair. Sliding glass door chipped where pan de bono is stored.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit Dec 28, 2023 · Observed same Time Extended
Nov 14, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Operator washed glasses at front counter without sanitizing step and placed to dry at coffee station. Educate operator on proper ware washing procedures. Operator moved glasses to 3 compartment sink to be washed, rinsed and sanitized.
High priority/22-45-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Bread baked with white cheese filling,pan de queso, arepa with cheese at front counter display case. raw shelled eggs in baking station, milk in coffee station,Foods using Time as a public health control written procedure without time mark, foods held less than 4 hours ago. Operator placed time mark on foods during inspection.
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Wiping cloth above 200ppm chlorine in cook line. Operator remade to 100ppm chlorine.
High priority/41-27-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Pending call back 12/24/2023.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Repeat Violation/Warning
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. Pending callback on 12/24/2023.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Repeat Violation/Warning
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/Repeat Violation/Warning
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense rice in dry storage area. Operator removed
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee bottled water on top cutting board on sandwich line in kitchen. Operator moved bottled water.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. Sliding glass door chipped where pan de bono is stored.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. 1. Containers of oil on floor in kitchen. 2. Cases of plastic water bottles behind front counter.
Basic/08B-47-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Rice container lid in kitchen.
Basic/14-38-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Outer oven in kitchen has exposed insulation. Per manager, equipment will be removed from establishment. New equipment ordered
Basic/14-36-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Wall soiled behind 3 compartment sink in kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Oct 25, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority4 Intermediate11 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. Operator went out of the establishment to deliver coffee then returned and made coffee for customers without washing hands. Educate operator on proper hand washing procedures. Operator washed hands
High priority/12A-16-4/Corrected On-Site/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. Raw chicken stored over raw fish inside walk in freezer. Operator moved raw chicken to bottom shelf and stored correctly.
High priority/08A-17-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1. Display case #2 in front counter, cooked corn arepas 60F( cold holding) held less than 4 hours ago. Operator moved to reach in cooler to quick chill. 2. Coffee station; Milk; (50F - Cold Holding) held less than 4 hours ago. Operator moved to reach in cooler to quick chill. Suggested using Time as a public health control. 3. Bread baked with white cheese filling 74F ( cold holding ) under no temperature control for food safety held less than 4 hours ago. Suggested using TPHC. Operator moved to reach in cooler to quick chill. Operator filled out TPHC form for future use.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Containers inside hand wash sink at front counter. Operator removed
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
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. Emailed reporting agreement form to manager.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
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/Warning
1.Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Cases of plastic bottled water on floor inside storage at front counter. 2. Cases of oil and potatoes on floor in kitchen.
Basic/08B-47-4/Warning
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense rice in dry storage area. Operator removed
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Employee eating while preparing food. Employee eating omelette in bakery station. Told operator eating should be done on designated area only. Operator moved
Basic/12B-01-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Operator omelette on top cases of margarine in bakery station. Operator moved
Basic/08B-49-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. Sliding glass door chipped where pan de bono is stored.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Rice container lid in kitchen.
Basic/14-38-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Outer oven in kitchen has exposed insulation.
Basic/14-36-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken thawing at room temperature in kitchen under 4 hours ago. Operator moved to walk in cooler to quick chill.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Wall soiled behind 3 compartment sink in kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in kitchen. Operator hang to dry
Basic/42-01-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Working containers of food(oil) removed from original container not identified by common name. Operator labeled oil.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site/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.