Las Carnitas Latin Cuisine in Pompano Beach
Last inspected:
3305 N Federal Hwy, Pompano Beach, FL 33064Las Carnitas Latin Cuisine in Pompano Beach has accumulated 219 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.8 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for fly activity. This location previously operated as Duffy's Diner from 2018 to 2019, and blocked emergency exits were cited under both operators across multiple years. State records show 3 fire safety violations, with the most recent in 2021 documenting boxes and water stacked in front of a dry storage exit. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines.
Most recent closure: September 16, 2021 for fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Las Carnitas Latin Cuisine in Pompano Beach: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
6.8
violations / inspection
6.8 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg
4.52
violations / inspection
4.52 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Broward County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Las Carnitas Latin Cuisine in Pompano Beach: Emergency Closure History (2)
Las Carnitas Latin Cuisine in Pompano Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024046728 | $200.00 | Jul 15, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2021033464 | $400.00 | Jul 16, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale |
Las Carnitas Latin Cuisine in Pompano Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. In dry storage room, boxes and water stacked directly in front of the exit.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
- rear Emergency exit is completely inaccessible. it is blocked by refrigeration equipment, maintenance equipment, high chairs and supplies.
**Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
- rear Emergency exit is completely inaccessible. it is blocked by refrigeration equipment, maintenance equipment, high chairs and supplies.
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
Las Carnitas Latin Cuisine in Pompano Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections32 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 8 inspections28 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Las Carnitas Latin Cuisine in Pompano Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Las Carnitas Latin Cuisine in Pompano Beach last inspected?
- Las Carnitas Latin Cuisine in Pompano Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 13, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Las Carnitas Latin Cuisine in Pompano Beach last shut down?
- Las Carnitas Latin Cuisine in Pompano Beach was last shut down on September 16, 2021 for fly 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 Las Carnitas Latin Cuisine in Pompano Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Las Carnitas Latin Cuisine in Pompano Beach are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Las Carnitas Latin Cuisine in Pompano Beach had?
- Las Carnitas Latin Cuisine in Pompano Beach has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Las Carnitas Latin Cuisine in Pompano Beach find?
- Las Carnitas Latin Cuisine in Pompano Beach was most recently inspected on October 13, 2025 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Las Carnitas Latin Cuisine in Pompano Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Las Carnitas Latin Cuisine in Pompano Beach has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- What does Florida violation V42 (Equipment condition) mean?
- Violation 42 (Equipment condition) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/42.
- What does Florida violation V51 (Premises clean) mean?
- Violation 51 (Premises clean) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/51.
- Has Las Carnitas Latin Cuisine in Pompano Beach had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Las Carnitas Latin Cuisine in Pompano Beach has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Las Carnitas Latin Cuisine in Pompano Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Las Carnitas Latin Cuisine in Pompano Beach has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Las Carnitas Latin Cuisine in Pompano Beach been fined?
- Las Carnitas Latin Cuisine in Pompano Beach has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Las Carnitas Latin Cuisine in Pompano Beach operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Duffy's Diner (2018-2019).
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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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