La Panza Latin Bistro INC in Deerfield Beach

Last inspected:

131 Ne 2 Ave, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Overview

La Panza Latin Bistro Inc has been subject to enforcement escalation in recent inspections. The 30-seat restaurant in Deerfield Beach averaged 5.96 violations per inspection across 26 total inspections since at least 2018, slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Disciplinary actions totaling $1,000 have been issued. Food contact surface violations were cited in at least 6 of the last 8 inspections, and proper cooking temperature violations appeared in at least 7 of those inspections, indicating recurring temperature control and sanitation issues. Employee health policy and hand washing violations also appeared repeatedly across the record. Fire safety violations were documented in 2018 and 2019, including flammables stored near a source of ignition and a portable fire extinguisher gauge in the red zone. The most recent inspection on August 15, 2025 found 12 violations and resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation; this followed a August 14, 2025 inspection that found 39 violations and a warning issued.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

26Inspections
155Violations
0Closures
2Fire
$1,000in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

La Panza Latin Bistro INC in Deerfield Beach: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 6 violations / inspection 6 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg 4.52 violations / inspection 4.52 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Broward County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

La Panza Latin Bistro INC in Deerfield Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $1,000.00

Disciplinary action history for La Panza Latin Bistro INC in Deerfield Beach
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2025000440 $880.00 Oct 24, 2024 Tampa
2--2018049461 $120.00 Sep 7, 2018 Miami (Doral)

La Panza Latin Bistro INC in Deerfield Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone by front door. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 49-05-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Flammables stored near a source of ignition. For reporting purposes only. - Deep Fat Fryer Next to and Abutting Gas Open Burner Range.

La Panza Latin Bistro INC in Deerfield Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)

— 4 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 4 inspections29 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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Basic Violations

— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 5 inspections16 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

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Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

La Panza Latin Bistro INC in Deerfield Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Panza Latin Bistro INC in Deerfield Beach last inspected?
La Panza Latin Bistro INC in Deerfield Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 15, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
What are the most common violations at La Panza Latin Bistro INC in Deerfield Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at La Panza Latin Bistro INC in Deerfield Beach are: Outer openings protected, Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has La Panza Latin Bistro INC in Deerfield Beach had?
La Panza Latin Bistro INC in Deerfield Beach has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of La Panza Latin Bistro INC in Deerfield Beach find?
La Panza Latin Bistro INC in Deerfield Beach was most recently inspected on August 15, 2025 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
Has La Panza Latin Bistro INC in Deerfield Beach ever been shut down?
No, La Panza Latin Bistro INC in Deerfield Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
Has La Panza Latin Bistro INC in Deerfield Beach had any fire safety violations?
Yes, La Panza Latin Bistro INC in Deerfield Beach has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has La Panza Latin Bistro INC in Deerfield Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, La Panza Latin Bistro INC in Deerfield Beach has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
How much has La Panza Latin Bistro INC in Deerfield Beach been fined?
La Panza Latin Bistro INC in Deerfield Beach has been fined a total of $1,000.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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