La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant in Delray Beach

Last inspected:

4285 W Atlantic Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33445
Overview

La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant in Delray Beach has been emergency-closed once, on November 27, 2023, for roach activity. Over 26 inspections since 2016, the facility accumulated 113 violations, averaging 4.3 per inspection — slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. However, the violation trend has worsened significantly in recent months. Three inspections in 2025 and 2026 documented 58 violations combined, with high-priority violations appearing in 17 of those inspections. The facility has received 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,160 in fines. High-priority violations have centered on management awareness, employee health reporting, proper hand washing, and time-temperature control — issues suggesting systemic food safety training and oversight gaps. The most recent inspection on March 11, 2026 found 15 violations (3 high-priority) and resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation, indicating the state is considering formal enforcement action beyond routine inspection.

Most recent closure: November 27, 2023 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

26Inspections
113Violations
1Closures
$1,160in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant in Delray Beach: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages

This Facility 4.3 violations / inspection 4.3 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg 3.77 violations / inspection 3.77 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Palm Beach County Avg 0.24 closures / facility 0.24 county average

La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant in Delray Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant in Delray Beach
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 11:15:00

La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant in Delray Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $1,160.00

Disciplinary action history for La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant in Delray Beach
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2023067920 $400.00 Nov 27, 2023 Fort Lauderdale
2--2018062370 $400.00 Dec 5, 2018 Fort Lauderdale
2--2015005890 $360.00 Jan 5, 2015 Fort Lauderdale

La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant in Delray Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)

— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 4 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections10 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant in Delray Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant in Delray Beach last inspected?
La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant in Delray Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 11, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
When was La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant in Delray Beach last shut down?
La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant in Delray Beach was last shut down on November 27, 2023 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant in Delray Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant in Delray Beach are: Employee health reporting, Management awareness, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant in Delray Beach had?
La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant in Delray Beach has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.3 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant in Delray Beach find?
La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant in Delray Beach was most recently inspected on March 11, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
Has La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant in Delray Beach ever been shut down?
Yes, La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant in Delray Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
Has La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant in Delray Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant in Delray Beach has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,160.00 in fines.
How much has La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant in Delray Beach been fined?
La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant in Delray Beach has been fined a total of $1,160.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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