El Carbonero Restaurant in Oakland Park

Last inspected:

320 Ne 38th St, Oakland Park, FL 33334
Overview

El Carbonero Restaurant in Oakland Park has accumulated 220 violations across 33 inspections since 2017, averaging 6.7 violations per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. State records show three disciplinary actions totaling $1,980 in fines, with the largest penalty reaching $900. The most frequently cited violations involve improper hand and arm washing, unclean multi-use utensils, and food contact surface contamination.

Most recent closure: February 2, 2019 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

33Inspections
220Violations
1Closures
$1,980in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

El Carbonero Restaurant in Oakland Park: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 6.7 violations / inspection 6.7 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 Carbonero Restaurant in Oakland Park: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for El Carbonero Restaurant in Oakland Park
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 13:49:00

El Carbonero Restaurant in Oakland Park: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $1,980.00

Disciplinary action history for El Carbonero Restaurant in Oakland Park
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2019026506 $900.00 May 2, 2019 Jacksonville
2--2019005721 $800.00 Feb 4, 2019 Fort Lauderdale
2--2017060518 $280.00 Dec 14, 2017 Fort Lauderdale

El Carbonero Restaurant in Oakland Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)

— 4 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections28 violations · 16 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 8 inspections36 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 6 inspections26 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

El Carbonero Restaurant in Oakland Park: Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Carbonero Restaurant in Oakland Park last inspected?
El Carbonero Restaurant in Oakland Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 29, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was El Carbonero Restaurant in Oakland Park last shut down?
El Carbonero Restaurant in Oakland Park was last shut down on February 2, 2019 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 Carbonero Restaurant in Oakland Park?
The most frequently cited violations at El Carbonero Restaurant in Oakland Park are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has El Carbonero Restaurant in Oakland Park had?
El Carbonero Restaurant in Oakland Park has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of El Carbonero Restaurant in Oakland Park find?
El Carbonero Restaurant in Oakland Park was most recently inspected on October 29, 2025 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has El Carbonero Restaurant in Oakland Park ever been shut down?
Yes, El Carbonero Restaurant in Oakland Park has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
Has El Carbonero Restaurant in Oakland Park faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, El Carbonero Restaurant in Oakland Park has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,980.00 in fines.
How much has El Carbonero Restaurant in Oakland Park been fined?
El Carbonero Restaurant in Oakland Park has been fined a total of $1,980.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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