La Bamba III in Oakland Park
Last inspected:
4245 N Federal Hwy, Oakland Park, FL 33308-5532La Bamba III in Oakland Park has recorded 25 inspections with 168 total violations between 2023 and January 2026, averaging 6.7 violations per inspection — 28 percent above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. High-priority violations have been cited repeatedly across inspections, including proper hand and arm washing violations in at least 6 inspections, shell stock requirement violations in at least 4 inspections, time-as-control violations in at least 4 inspections, and proper cooking temperature violations in at least 4 inspections. Food contact surface violations appeared in at least 5 inspections. Management awareness violations were documented in at least 3 inspections. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. An administrative complaint was recommended following the November 16, 2023 inspection, which documented employee health reporting violations, handwashing violations, food contact surface violations, and consumer advisory violations. The facility subsequently passed a compliance callback inspection on November 17, 2023 with zero violations. The most recent inspection on January 21, 2026 documented 30 violations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
La Bamba III in Oakland Park: Comparison to Broward County Averages
La Bamba III in Oakland Park: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2017012979 | $400.00 | Mar 6, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
La Bamba III in Oakland Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 1 inspection10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections21 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 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.
— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
La Bamba III in Oakland Park: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was La Bamba III in Oakland Park last inspected?
- La Bamba III in Oakland Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 21, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at La Bamba III in Oakland Park?
- The most frequently cited violations at La Bamba III in Oakland Park are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Management awareness.
- How many health inspections has La Bamba III in Oakland Park had?
- La Bamba III in Oakland Park has had 25 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 La Bamba III in Oakland Park find?
- La Bamba III in Oakland Park was most recently inspected on January 21, 2026 with 12 violation(s), including 5 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has La Bamba III in Oakland Park ever been shut down?
- No, La Bamba III in Oakland Park has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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.
- Has La Bamba III in Oakland Park faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, La Bamba III in Oakland Park has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has La Bamba III in Oakland Park been fined?
- La Bamba III in Oakland Park has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 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).
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.
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