El Bochinche in Tamarac

Last inspected:

5337-5341 N State Road 7, Tamarac, FL 33319
Overview

El Bochinche in Tamarac has accumulated 201 violations across 27 inspections since 2022, averaging 7.4 violations per inspection—nearly 42 percent above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been pervasive, including recurring citations for employee health reporting (appearing in at least 4 inspections), handwashing facility deficiencies (5+ inspections), proper hand and arm washing failures (5+ inspections), and food contact surface violations. On January 28, 2026, an inspection documented 24 violations including two high-priority citations for handwashing facilities and food contact surfaces, with the inspector recommending an administrative complaint. The facility also received a fire safety violation on January 19, 2022, for a blocked kitchen exit. DBPR issued two disciplinary actions totaling $760 in fines. Most inspections since May 2025 have resulted in corrective compliance or warnings, but the January 2026 inspection marks a significant escalation in violation count and severity, with an administrative complaint now recommended.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

27Inspections
201Violations
0Closures
1Fire
$760in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

El Bochinche in Tamarac: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 7.4 violations / inspection 7.4 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg 4.52 violations / inspection 4.52 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Broward County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

El Bochinche in Tamarac: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $760.00

Disciplinary action history for El Bochinche in Tamarac
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2023048146 $400.00 Aug 18, 2023 Miami (Doral)
2--2022047259 $360.00 Jul 22, 2022 Fort Lauderdale

El Bochinche in Tamarac: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 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. Observed main kitchen exit door being blocked by empty boxes, case of plantains and bag of onions.

El Bochinche in Tamarac: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)

— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 6 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 5 inspections38 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections21 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections32 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections13 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

El Bochinche in Tamarac: Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Bochinche in Tamarac last inspected?
El Bochinche in Tamarac was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 28, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
What are the most common violations at El Bochinche in Tamarac?
The most frequently cited violations at El Bochinche in Tamarac are: Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has El Bochinche in Tamarac had?
El Bochinche in Tamarac has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of El Bochinche in Tamarac find?
El Bochinche in Tamarac was most recently inspected on January 28, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
Has El Bochinche in Tamarac ever been shut down?
No, El Bochinche in Tamarac has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
Has El Bochinche in Tamarac had any fire safety violations?
Yes, El Bochinche in Tamarac has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has El Bochinche in Tamarac faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, El Bochinche in Tamarac has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $760.00 in fines.
How much has El Bochinche in Tamarac been fined?
El Bochinche in Tamarac has been fined a total of $760.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has El Bochinche in Tamarac operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: La Paisa Restaurant & Bakery (2022).

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