La Casa De Peinado III
Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026
100
Score
Across the available record, La Casa De Peinado III has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Mar 2, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around six violations to closer to three violations per visit over the last few inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “no paper towels”, which has been cited four times.
Restaurants in Margate average 80, so La Casa De Peinado III is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
10
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 2, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 15, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
45
Jul 29, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
58
Nov 15, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
70
Jul 30, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
25
Nov 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink in prep area used as a storage for cleaning items. Chef removed items **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Back prep room hand wash sink has no paper towels. Chef filled paper towels at hand wash sink **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Chef discarded bowls **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign at front counter hand wash sink Person at front counter posted hand wash sign **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
74
Sep 25, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter hand wash sink, operator provided napkins. Observed at ware washing, cook line hand wash sink. No paper towels to provide. Person in charge arrived at time of inspection with paper towels and restocked **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-25: Paper towels dispenser needs battery **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
90
Jul 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 8 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Raw chicken stored in direct contact in plastic handle grocery store bag in 2 door stainless reach in cooler **Warning**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Basic - Hot water at mop sink does not reach 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Water of 79°F-84°F provided at all sinks. Total lack of hot water for entire establishment **Warning**
27-25-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink next to triple sink blocked by racks. Employee made accessible **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Front counter hand wash sink used to rinse/clean wiping cloths **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Water of 79°F-84°F provided at all sinks. Total lack of hot water for entire establishment **Warning**
27-24-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit provided for chlorine triple sink **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter hand wash sink, operator provided napkins. Observed at ware washing, cook line hand wash sink. No paper towels to provide. Person in charge arrived at time of inspection with paper towels and restocked **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No person in charge present during hours of operation. Person In Charge arrived at time of inspection **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
53A-11-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Water of 79°F-84°F provided at all sinks. Total lack of hot water for entire establishment **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed soiled wet wiping cloths throughout kitchen area **Warning**
21-12-4
37
Feb 6, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 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. A copy has been given to the operator.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Observed handwash sink block with garbage container in kitchen.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Unnecessary item in the food preparation, food storage, or warewashing area. Observed a bicycle stored in dry storage area.
43-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. -Observed cases with food items stored on kitchen floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. -Observed a uncovered container with cut limes stored next to handwash sink at wait station. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-54-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -Observed no handle bowl used to dispense cooked rice.
14-01-5
64
Oct 27, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -Observed raw chicken stored over plantains and corn in chest freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed raw Beef (46F - Cold Holding); Pork (46F - Cold Holding); chicken (45F - Cold Holding). Advice operator to place ice pack on items for quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on can opener blade.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink at front line and cookline. Observed no soap at handwash sink in kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. -Observed employee training certification expired on 10/18/2021.
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Observed a unlabeled spray bottle with degreaser at dishwashing area.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -Observed no hot water at handwash in employee restroom.
27-16-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink at cookline.
29-20-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. -Observed bag with onions and potatoes stored on kitchen floor. -Observed containers with cooking oil stored on dry storage floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Educate employee **Corrected On-Site**
16-13-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Observed employee cellular phone charger and cookies stored on food preparation table. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing restroom.
36-36-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed sugar removed from the original container not identified by common name.
02D-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on wall at 3 compartment sink.
36-27-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Casa De Peinado III last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Casa De Peinado III on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Casa De Peinado III?
Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at La Casa De Peinado III.
How does La Casa De Peinado III compare to other restaurants in Margate?
La Casa De Peinado III most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Margate average of 80.
Has La Casa De Peinado III's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at La Casa De Peinado III have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at La Casa De Peinado III means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is La Casa De Peinado III inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Casa De Peinado III is inspected around three times per year on average.
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