El Balcon De Las Americas Rest in Margate

Last inspected:

7932 W Sample Rd, Margate, FL 33065
Overview

El Balcon de las Americas Restaurant in Margate has accumulated 195 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.2 violations per visit. The facility has faced one disciplinary action with a $200 fine. Recent inspections show consistent compliance with no emergency closures, though violations cluster around employee health reporting and proper hand-washing procedures. The restaurant received an administrative complaint in June 2024 after an inspection found 7 violations, including 5 high-priority items, but returned to compliance the next day.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

27Inspections
195Violations
0Closures
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

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

This Facility 7.2 violations / inspection 7.2 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 Rest in Margate: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for El Balcon De Las Americas Rest in Margate
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2024038467 $200.00 Jun 12, 2024 Miami (Doral)

El Balcon De Las Americas Rest in Margate: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)

— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections18 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 4 inspections30 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections37 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 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

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

When was El Balcon De Las Americas Rest in Margate last inspected?
El Balcon De Las Americas Rest in Margate was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 15, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at El Balcon De Las Americas Rest in Margate?
The most frequently cited violations at El Balcon De Las Americas Rest in Margate are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Shell stock requirements.
How many health inspections has El Balcon De Las Americas Rest in Margate had?
El Balcon De Las Americas Rest in Margate has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of El Balcon De Las Americas Rest in Margate find?
El Balcon De Las Americas Rest in Margate was most recently inspected on January 15, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has El Balcon De Las Americas Rest in Margate ever been shut down?
No, El Balcon De Las Americas Rest in Margate 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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
Has El Balcon De Las Americas Rest in Margate faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, El Balcon De Las Americas Rest in Margate has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has El Balcon De Las Americas Rest in Margate been fined?
El Balcon De Las Americas Rest in Margate has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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