El Jalapeno Feliz at Pompano

105 Sw 6 St, Pompano Beach, FL 33060-7917

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Nov 13, 2024

Score

High Risk

El Jalapeno Feliz at Pompano has been inspected four times since 2022. El Jalapeno Feliz at Pompano was last inspected on Nov 13, 2024. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.

Compared to other Pompano Beach restaurants (averaging 78), there's room to close the gap. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Major latest

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Inspection History

Nov 13, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Aug 12, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In reach in freezer, raw clams stored over ready to eat corn. Operator moved clams to bottom shelf **Corrected On-Site**

08A-02-6

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink on cook line has food debris

31A-11-4

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-05-5

Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact flip to At flip top cooler, wiping cloth used to cover dough. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

21-05-5

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. On prep counter, chicken soup thawing. Operator moved back into cooler. **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils stored in standing water on stove 81°F. Operator removed water **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

10-07-4

Feb 8, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Nov 15, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container with raw fish stored over container with cooked chicken inside the reach-in cooler #1. Observed raw shelled eggs stored over container with coleslaw inside reach-in cooler #2. Operator properly stored. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Email poster to operator **Corrective Action Taken**

11-07-5

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind deep fryers accumulation of food debris and grease. Advised operator to clean. **Corrective Action Taken**

36-73-4

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 several bowls with no handle inside rice and flour containers. Advised operator to remove and replace with proper utensils. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

10-01-5

Basic - Interior of microwave had bowl with food debris. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

22-08-4

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Cold water handle not working properly on hand washing sink at cookline.

29-08-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Jalapeno Feliz at Pompano last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Jalapeno Feliz at Pompano on file is from Nov 13, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does El Jalapeno Feliz at Pompano compare to other restaurants in Pompano Beach?

El Jalapeno Feliz at Pompano most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Pompano Beach average of 78.

Has El Jalapeno Feliz at Pompano's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Jalapeno Feliz at Pompano have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at El Jalapeno Feliz at Pompano 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 El Jalapeno Feliz at Pompano inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Jalapeno Feliz at Pompano is inspected around two times per year on average.

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