La Granja Chicken Steak and Seafood
Last inspected: Oct 30, 2025
100
Score
La Granja Chicken Steak and Seafood has been inspected 13 times since 2022. La Granja Chicken Steak and Seafood was last inspected on Oct 30, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around three violations across recent inspections versus roughly five violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled”, which has been cited three times.
La Granja Chicken Steak and Seafood's latest score of 100 sits above the Oakland Park average of 85. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Oct 30, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
61
Jul 30, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
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Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
74
Jan 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle contain a pink liquid identified as a degreaser located on chemical shelf Manager labeled spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Cook chewing gum while cooking.
12B-09-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Dumpster rusted out on bottom. **Repeat Violation**
33-12-4
78
Sep 23, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked potatoes at 125F Operator reheated item to 160F **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle contains a pink liquid identified as degreaser. Operator labeled spray bottle **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Dumpster rusted out on bottom.
33-12-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. 1/2 bottle drinking water on top of microwave Operator discard item **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Operator placed wiping cloth in sanitizer bucket **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
58
Jun 22, 2024
Complaint Full
3 critical violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed at front counter - sliced tomato (57F @1:30pm- Cooling since 11am - 55F @3:23pm). See stop sale. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-22: Observed cut lettuce at Front Counter 50F **Admin Complaint**
03D-06-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed dessert display case at front - cheese cake (48F - Cold Holding); 3 milks dessert (47F - Cold Holding) Operator discarded at will. See stop sale. Observed at walk in cooler - pork ribs (46F - Cold Holding); cooked diced chicken (47F - Cold Holding); fish fillets (46F - Cold Holding). As per operator items not portioned or prepared today. See stop sale. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-22: Observed 3 milk dessert at Display Cooler (50F- Cold holding) **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed dessert display case at front - cheese cake (48F - Cold Holding); 3 milks dessert (47F - Cold Holding) Operator discarded at will. See stop sale. Observed at walk in cooler - pork ribs (46F - Cold Holding); cooked diced chicken (47F - Cold Holding); fish fillets (46F - Cold Holding). See stop sale. Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed at front counter - sliced tomato (57F @1:30pm- Cooling since 11am - 55F @3:23pm). See stop sale. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-22: Observed 3 milk dessert at(50F - Cold holding). Display Cooler. **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
64
Jun 21, 2024
Complaint Full
5 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed at back entrance - employee took trash outside came back inside, changed gloves and proceeded to continue with food. Operator educated employee on proper handwashing technique. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed at walk in freezer - raw beef (not commercially packaged) stored above pre cooked burger patties (not commercially packaged). Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed dessert display case at front - cheese cake (48F - Cold Holding); 3 milks dessert (47F - Cold Holding) Operator discarded at will. See stop sale. Observed at walk in cooler - pork ribs (46F - Cold Holding); cooked diced chicken (47F - Cold Holding); fish fillets (46F - Cold Holding). See stop sale. Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed at front counter - sliced tomato (57F @1:30pm- Cooling since 11am - 55F @3:23pm). See stop sale.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed dessert display case at front - cheese cake (48F - Cold Holding); 3 milks dessert (47F - Cold Holding) Operator discarded at will. See stop sale. Observed at walk in cooler - pork ribs (46F - Cold Holding); cooked diced chicken (47F - Cold Holding); fish fillets (46F - Cold Holding). As per operator items not portioned or prepared today. See stop sale. **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed at front counter - sliced tomato (57F @1:30pm- Cooling since 11am - 55F @3:23pm). See stop sale.
03D-06-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed at bucket of seasoning by ice machine. Operator removed container **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed at drying rack at dishwasher. Operator stored properly **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed by take out window - cases of plastic bottles of water stored directly on floor. Additionally buckets of seasoning stored directly on floor by ice machine. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed by ice machine - bags of sweet plantains thawing at room temperature.
06-01-5
39
Sep 29, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
22-41-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken at 48°F. Manager states chicken in Walk In Cooler overnight
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager arrived during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
Basic - Floor tiles missing. Around mop sink
36-17-5
64
Jul 6, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 5, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed sliced tomatoes (62F - Cold Holding); potato salad (61F - Cold Holding) in shallow pans cod fish (47F - Cold Holding); calamari (47F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (48F - Cold Holding); mussels (47F - Cold Holding) per operator stored approximately since 10:30am. More than 4 hours. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced tomatoes (62F - Cold Holding); potato salad (61F - Cold Holding) in shallow pans per operator stored approximately since 10:30am. More than 4 hours. See stop sale. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed yellow rice (108F - Hot Holding) in steam table . Observed operator voluntary discarded. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink in preparation area with a sharpening stone across the top of the sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing degreaser and bleach toxic substance not labeled. **Warning**
41-17-4
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 in salt container the handle in contact with the salt. Operator removed scope. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - Commercially processed salmon reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Operator opened packaging. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
06-09-1
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses on front counter. Operator placed in sanitizing bucket. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed sanitizer bucket on front counter chlorine 0 Ppm . Operator discarded made new solution. Rechecked 50 Ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-07-4
43
Mar 20, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed hand sink in kitchen with no hot water. **Repeat Violation**
27-19-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop sitting directly on top of the ice machine. Operator cleaned, sanitized, and placed in a pan.
10-12-5
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed cup used to portion white rice, with no handle, inside steam table. **Repeat Violation**
10-06-5
82
Dec 9, 2022
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety, commercially processed food reheating for hot holding not heated to a minimum temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit in all parts. cooked corn (109F - Hot Holding); mixed vegetables (133F - Hot Holding) operator removed and moved to stove to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken**
03E-03-5
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Scoop handle in cooked rice - operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-06-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Walk in cooler - black beans - operator covered. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
78
Sep 6, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. At hot water faucet
27-19-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Beans. Walk In Cooler
02C-02-5
Basic - Scoop handle in contact with mayonnaise
10-08-5
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-04-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Beans. Walk In Cooler
08B-12-5
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Granja Chicken Steak and Seafood last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Granja Chicken Steak and Seafood on file is from Oct 30, 2025. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Granja Chicken Steak and Seafood?
Across the inspection record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Granja Chicken Steak and Seafood.
How does La Granja Chicken Steak and Seafood compare to other restaurants in Oakland Park?
La Granja Chicken Steak and Seafood most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Oakland Park average of 85.
Has La Granja Chicken Steak and Seafood's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at La Granja Chicken Steak and Seafood have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at La Granja Chicken Steak and Seafood 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 Granja Chicken Steak and Seafood inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Granja Chicken Steak and Seafood is inspected around four times per year on average.
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