Taqueria El Jovenazo in North Lauderdale
Last inspected:
7130 Kimberly Blvd, North Lauderdale, FL 33068Taqueria El Jovenazo in North Lauderdale has been emergency-closed five times since 2016, including four closures for roach activity between January 2018 and December 2021, and one closure in April 2016 for roach and rodent activity combined. The facility has accumulated 246 violations across 37 inspections, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection—nearly 27% above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have dominated recent inspections: employee health reporting failures appeared in six of the last eight inspections, improper hand washing was cited in four inspections between March 2025 and August 2025, and management awareness violations were documented in three inspections. The facility has been subject to five disciplinary actions totaling $2,000 in fines. A portable fire extinguisher gauge was found in the red zone on July 13, 2023. Most recent inspections show unstable compliance: an inspection on February 2, 2026 resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation after 18 violations including three employee health reporting failures, followed by an inspection on February 5, 2026 that was extended pending compliance, and an inspection on April 3, 2026 that showed zero violations and resulted in a "Call Back - Complied" disposition.
Most recent closure: December 27, 2021 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Taqueria El Jovenazo in North Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Taqueria El Jovenazo in North Lauderdale: Emergency Closure History (5)
Taqueria El Jovenazo in North Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)
Total fines on record: $2,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025067817 | $400.00 | Aug 14, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2022000382 | — | Dec 28, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2021004720 | $400.00 | Jan 28, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2018025301 | $800.00 | May 4, 2018 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2016018977 | $400.00 | Apr 14, 2016 | Tampa |
Taqueria El Jovenazo in North Lauderdale: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Taqueria El Jovenazo in North Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (37)
— 3 inspections8 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 7 inspections43 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 7 inspections24 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections27 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Taqueria El Jovenazo in North Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Taqueria El Jovenazo in North Lauderdale last inspected?
- Taqueria El Jovenazo in North Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 3, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Taqueria El Jovenazo in North Lauderdale last shut down?
- Taqueria El Jovenazo in North Lauderdale was last shut down on December 27, 2021 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 Taqueria El Jovenazo in North Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at Taqueria El Jovenazo in North Lauderdale are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Taqueria El Jovenazo in North Lauderdale had?
- Taqueria El Jovenazo in North Lauderdale has had 37 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Taqueria El Jovenazo in North Lauderdale find?
- Taqueria El Jovenazo in North Lauderdale was most recently inspected on April 3, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Taqueria El Jovenazo in North Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- Yes, Taqueria El Jovenazo in North Lauderdale has been emergency-closed 5 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Taqueria El Jovenazo in North Lauderdale had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Taqueria El Jovenazo in North Lauderdale has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Taqueria El Jovenazo in North Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Taqueria El Jovenazo in North Lauderdale has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,000.00 in fines.
- How much has Taqueria El Jovenazo in North Lauderdale been fined?
- Taqueria El Jovenazo in North Lauderdale has been fined a total of $2,000.00 across 5 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).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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