El Balcon De Las Americas in Fort Lauderdale
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1823 E Commercial Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308El Balcon de las Americas in Fort Lauderdale has recorded 24 inspections with 105 total violations since 2016, averaging 4.4 violations per inspection, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures but faces a recurring pattern of high-priority violations centered on employee health reporting, hand-washing compliance, and food contact surface sanitation. In June 2025, a routine inspection documented five high-priority violations including improper cooking temperatures, shell stock requirements violations, and toxic substance control issues, resulting in a Warning Issued disposition; a follow-up inspection the next day found one basic violation with Call Back - Complied status. The most recent complaint-based inspection on October 21, 2025 documented three high-priority violations across employee health reporting and food contact surfaces, resulting in Inspection Completed - No Further Action. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $160 in fines. A fire safety violation involving electrical wiring in disrepair was noted on June 25, 2025.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Balcon De Las Americas in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
El Balcon De Las Americas in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2021000638 | $160.00 | Oct 27, 2020 | Miami (Doral) |
El Balcon De Las Americas in Fort Lauderdale: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Warning Issued
El Balcon De Las Americas in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 5 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections7 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
El Balcon De Las Americas in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Balcon De Las Americas in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- El Balcon De Las Americas in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 21, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at El Balcon De Las Americas in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Balcon De Las Americas in Fort Lauderdale are: Outer openings protected, Employee health reporting, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has El Balcon De Las Americas in Fort Lauderdale had?
- El Balcon De Las Americas in Fort Lauderdale has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Balcon De Las Americas in Fort Lauderdale find?
- El Balcon De Las Americas in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on October 21, 2025 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has El Balcon De Las Americas in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- No, El Balcon De Las Americas in Fort Lauderdale has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 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 V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
- Has El Balcon De Las Americas in Fort Lauderdale had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, El Balcon De Las Americas in Fort Lauderdale has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has El Balcon De Las Americas in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Balcon De Las Americas in Fort Lauderdale has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has El Balcon De Las Americas in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
- El Balcon De Las Americas in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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