El Balcon De Las Americas Production in Margate

Last inspected:

7950 W Sample Rd, Margate, FL 33065
Overview

El Balcon de las Americas Production in Margate has accumulated 92 violations across 17 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection — slightly above the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. High-priority violations cluster around handwashing and employee health procedures, which appeared in at least four separate inspections (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025), indicating a recurring management issue with worker hygiene protocols. Shell stock handling violations also recurred across multiple inspections (2022, 2023, 2024, 2026). A propane tank larger than code-permitted size was documented inside the building in August 2016. The most recent inspection on January 5, 2026 identified nine violations, all rated as basic or not high-priority, and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

17Inspections
92Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

El Balcon De Las Americas Production in Margate: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 5.4 violations / inspection 5.4 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

El Balcon De Las Americas Production in Margate: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. **Corrected On-Site**

El Balcon De Las Americas Production in Margate: Full Inspection History — DBPR (17)

— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

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

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

El Balcon De Las Americas Production in Margate: Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Balcon De Las Americas Production in Margate last inspected?
El Balcon De Las Americas Production in Margate was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at El Balcon De Las Americas Production in Margate?
The most frequently cited violations at El Balcon De Las Americas Production in Margate are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Employee health policy.
How many health inspections has El Balcon De Las Americas Production in Margate had?
El Balcon De Las Americas Production in Margate has had 17 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of El Balcon De Las Americas Production in Margate find?
El Balcon De Las Americas Production in Margate was most recently inspected on January 5, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has El Balcon De Las Americas Production in Margate ever been shut down?
No, El Balcon De Las Americas Production in Margate has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
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 V40 (Wiping cloths usage) mean?
Violation 40 (Wiping cloths usage) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/40.
Has El Balcon De Las Americas Production in Margate had any fire safety violations?
Yes, El Balcon De Las Americas Production in Margate has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has El Balcon De Las Americas Production in Margate operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Los Perros Del Sobrino (2016).

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