El Colombiano in Weston

Last inspected:

2221 N Commerce Pkwy, Weston, FL 33326
Overview

El Colombiano in Weston has accumulated 246 violations across 33 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.5 per visit. The restaurant has faced 4 disciplinary actions totaling $2,240 in fines, with the largest single penalty at $720. Recent enforcement shows a pattern of repeated non-compliance: administrative complaints were issued in August 2023, September 2025, and February 2026, each followed by callback inspections. The most frequently cited violations involve proper hand and arm washing, employee health reporting, and food contact surface sanitation.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

33Inspections
246Violations
0Closures
$1,520in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

El Colombiano in Weston: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 7.5 violations / inspection 7.5 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 Colombiano in Weston: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $1,520.00

Disciplinary action history for El Colombiano in Weston
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2025080405 $400.00 Sep 25, 2025 Miami (Doral)
2--2023045017 $720.00 Aug 7, 2023 Fort Lauderdale
2--2017059902 $400.00 Dec 6, 2017 Orlando

El Colombiano in Weston: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)

— 4 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 4 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— 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· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections26 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection16 violations · 10 high priority
— 1 inspection13 violations · 8 high priority
— 4 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 4 inspections25 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 6 inspections28 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

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

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

El Colombiano in Weston: Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Colombiano in Weston last inspected?
El Colombiano in Weston was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 3, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at El Colombiano in Weston?
The most frequently cited violations at El Colombiano in Weston are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has El Colombiano in Weston had?
El Colombiano in Weston has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of El Colombiano in Weston find?
El Colombiano in Weston was most recently inspected on March 3, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has El Colombiano in Weston ever been shut down?
No, El Colombiano in Weston has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?
Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.
Has El Colombiano in Weston faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, El Colombiano in Weston has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,520.00 in fines.
How much has El Colombiano in Weston been fined?
El Colombiano in Weston has been fined a total of $1,520.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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