El Cantinazo in Margate
Last inspected:
2160 Mears Pkwy, Margate, FL 33063El Cantinazo in Margate has averaged 4.3 violations per inspection across 12 inspections since 2020, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2, with no emergency closures on record. However, compliance deteriorated sharply in early 2026. A March 27, 2026 complaint inspection documented 16 violations including four high-priority violations: management awareness, time as a control for potentially hazardous foods, proper hand and arm washing, and employee health reporting and policy violations. The facility was issued a warning. Four days later, on April 1, 2026, a follow-up complaint inspection found two additional intermediate violations, and an administrative complaint was recommended, signaling potential formal disciplinary proceedings by the state.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Cantinazo in Margate: Comparison to Broward County Averages
El Cantinazo in Margate: Full Inspection History — DBPR (12)
— 3 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection5 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
El Cantinazo in Margate: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Cantinazo in Margate last inspected?
- El Cantinazo in Margate was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 1, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at El Cantinazo in Margate?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Cantinazo in Margate are: Outer openings protected, Proper sanitizing, Employee health policy.
- How many health inspections has El Cantinazo in Margate had?
- El Cantinazo in Margate has had 12 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Cantinazo in Margate find?
- El Cantinazo in Margate was most recently inspected on April 1, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has El Cantinazo in Margate ever been shut down?
- No, El Cantinazo in Margate has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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