El Rancho Bakery and Restaurant in North Lauderdale
Last inspected:
6023 Kimberly Blvd, North Lauderdale, FL 33068El Rancho Bakery and Restaurant in North Lauderdale has accumulated 344 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 11.1 per visit. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $1,400 in fines. Recent inspection patterns show repeated compliance failures: in October 2023, inspectors returned on consecutive days after finding 29 violations with 9 rated high priority; in August 2025, three consecutive inspections within two days documented 33 total violations with 15 high priority. Top recurring violations include improper cleaning of multi-use utensils, employee health reporting failures, and inadequate ventilation.
Most recent closure: July 15, 2026 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
El Rancho Bakery and Restaurant in North Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
11.1
violations / inspection
11.1 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg
4.52
violations / inspection
4.52 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Broward County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
El Rancho Bakery and Restaurant in North Lauderdale: Emergency Closure History (1)
El Rancho Bakery and Restaurant in North Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025071785 | $560.00 | Aug 27, 2025 | Tampa | |
| 2--2021007091 | $840.00 | Jan 11, 2021 | Jacksonville |
El Rancho Bakery and Restaurant in North Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)
— 4 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections22 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections38 violations · 21 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections27 violations · 16 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections37 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
El Rancho Bakery and Restaurant in North Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Rancho Bakery and Restaurant in North Lauderdale last inspected?
- El Rancho Bakery and Restaurant in North Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 16, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was El Rancho Bakery and Restaurant in North Lauderdale last shut down?
- El Rancho Bakery and Restaurant in North Lauderdale was last shut down on July 15, 2026 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 El Rancho Bakery and Restaurant in North Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Rancho Bakery and Restaurant in North Lauderdale are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper ventilation, Single-use items.
- How many health inspections has El Rancho Bakery and Restaurant in North Lauderdale had?
- El Rancho Bakery and Restaurant in North Lauderdale has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Rancho Bakery and Restaurant in North Lauderdale find?
- El Rancho Bakery and Restaurant in North Lauderdale was most recently inspected on July 16, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has El Rancho Bakery and Restaurant in North Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- Yes, El Rancho Bakery and Restaurant in North Lauderdale has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V35 (Single-use items) mean?
- Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
- Has El Rancho Bakery and Restaurant in North Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Rancho Bakery and Restaurant in North Lauderdale has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,400.00 in fines.
- How much has El Rancho Bakery and Restaurant in North Lauderdale been fined?
- El Rancho Bakery and Restaurant in North Lauderdale has been fined a total of $1,400.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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