Cuscatlan
Last inspected: Oct 30, 2025
45
Score
Cuscatlan has been inspected eight times since 2022. On Oct 30, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near seven violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry”, showing up two times.
The city-wide average sits at 85, which Cuscatlan's 45 doesn't quite reach. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 30, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
45
Jul 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
64
Dec 10, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
37
Sep 10, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw whole fish in walk-in cooler. Operator moved fish to another shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine sanitizer 200+ Ppm. Operator diluted rechecked 100 Ppm **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink used as dump sink food particles in hand washing sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen . Operator provided **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic sanitizer substance not labeled. **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense yuca and corn meal. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in flour container the handle in contact with flour.
10-01-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop wet nesting in mop bucket.
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Working containers of salt removed from original container not identified by common name. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
43
Mar 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
35
Dec 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed no clean-up plan. Plan provided and posted. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop sitting on mop bucket. Operator hung mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
86
Feb 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
61
Jul 19, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw beef stored over sour cream in glass door refrigerator. Operator relocate beef **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed cooked tamales cold held at 44 degrees Fahrenheit in walk-in cooler. Operator place ice pack on items for quick chill. Per operator, tamales place in unit 3 hours prior to the inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. -Observed no soap at a hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator replenished **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Observed a unlabeled spray bottle with degreaser at dishwashing area.
41-17-4
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cuscatlan last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cuscatlan on file is from Oct 30, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cuscatlan?
Across the inspection record, “wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cuscatlan.
How does Cuscatlan compare to other restaurants in Oakland Park?
Cuscatlan most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Oakland Park average of 85.
Has Cuscatlan's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cuscatlan have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Cuscatlan means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Cuscatlan inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cuscatlan is inspected around two times per year on average.
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