La Granja Parrilla and Seafood

720 W Hallandale Beach Blvd, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009
Seafood
Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026
67
Score
Medium Risk

La Granja Parrilla and Seafood appears in inspection records 16 times, starting in 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 22, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.

“Observed” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.

By comparison, the average Hallandale Beach facility scores 80, putting La Granja Parrilla and Seafood on the weaker side. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

16
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 22, 2026
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
67
Sep 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Both handles of chicken oven are missing. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Same- **Time Extended**
14-11-5
95
Sep 23, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
39
Mar 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
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
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
58
Jan 29, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Observed: Cooked seafood not reaching a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds. Fryer- ; Cooked Whole Snapper (90-100F - Cooking) Took temperature as soon as fish was removed from oil. Cook returned to oil to fully cook. **Corrective Action Taken** Priority: High Priority
03C-75-5
High Priority - Observed: Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Container of raw Chicken stored above container of raw beef in meat lowboy reach in cooler. Manager inverted. **Corrected On-Site** Priority: High Priority
08A-20-5
Basic - Observed: Working containers of salt and oil removed from original container not identified by common name. Employee labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** Priority: Basic
02D-01-5
Basic - Observed: Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on shelf across from dishwashing machine. Manager removed . **Corrective Action Taken** Priority: Basic
24-08-4
Basic - Observed: Bowl used to dispense ice. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site** Priority: Basic
14-01-5
64
Sep 25, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Expired on 08-20-2024 **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-25: Same **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
90
Sep 24, 2024
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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. Walk in cooler- White Cheese (47F - Cold Holding); Cooked Pork (47-48F - Cold Holding); Heavy Cream (48F); Sliced Cheese (48F); Cooked Chicken Wings (47F); Fresh Garlic sauce 47F- Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit overnight Items not prepared or portioned today. Observed Gasket torn. See stop sale **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Lowboy Reach in- ; Cooked Chicken Wings at 4 PM (54F- Cooling) since 11 AM per operator Rechecked at 4:55 to 51F **Warning**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler- White Cheese (47F - Cold Holding); Cooked Pork (47-48F - Cold Holding); Heavy Cream (48F); Sliced Cheese (48F); Cooked Chicken Wings (47F); Fresh Garlic sauce 47F- Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. Observed gasket torn. See stop sale **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. 2 Cutting Boards at flip tops across grill. Manager cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
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. Expired on 08-20-2024 **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Working containers of oil removed from original container not identified by common name. **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Soiled wiping cloths stored on cutting board in kitchen. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-09-4
47
May 29, 2024
Complaint Full
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Ambient temperature marking 48F. Food temps 40-42F **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-29: **Time Extended**
05-05-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. For 2 cutting boards at flip top across grill. Operator cleaned. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-29: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
82
May 28, 2024
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. flip top main: seafood 48F , raw tilapia 49F, cooked shrimp 47F, Per operator in unit less than 3 hours. Operator added ice. Now 43F. * corrected on site* Walk in cooler : Cooked pasta 45F raw chicken 46F, raw steak 45F, seafood mix 47F. per operator foods in unit for 3.5 hours . Operator moved all foods to walk in freezer. ** corrective action taken ** **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 8 small flying insects observed on 50lb bags of onions stored next to 3 compartment sink in room next to kitchen. **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Grill station: utensils in water at 80F . Operator discarded water and stored dry. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-05-5
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Cook put gloves without washing hands first proceeded to grab seafood mix to prepare an order. Instructed cook to wash hands. Cook washed hands and put new gloves on. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Ambient temperature marking 48F. Food temps 40-42F **Warning**
05-05-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. For 2 cutting boards at flip top across grill. Operator cleaned. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed left over seafood on drains by syrup/soda station. Operator cleaned. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
36-01-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At Hand wash sink in kitchen. **Warning**
31B-04-4
41
May 6, 2024
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Walk in cooler -Cooked Rice (56F - Cooling). Per Manager food item in unit over night. Item not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Container of raw chicken stored above container of raw beef in walk in cooler. Manager inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Walk in cooler -Cooked Rice (56F - Cooling). Per Manager food item in unit over night. Item not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale.
03D-02-5
Intermediate - No handwash sink located in vending machine area where employees service bulk food machines. Water container stored in hands washing sink in kitchen. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-01-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents in kitchen soiled. **Corrected On-Site**
36-34-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping clothes stored on prep tables in kitchen. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
52
Feb 28, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Containers of raw chicken and raw beef stored above opened container of potatoes in walk in cooler. Manager inverted. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. me/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Avantco small reach ink cooler- ; Flan (45F - Cold Holding); Rice pudding (50F - Cold Holding) Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Avantco small reach in cooler- ; Flan (45F - Cold Holding); Rice pudding (50F - Cold Holding) Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - 1) Container of potatoes stored on floor in walk in cooler. 2) Cases of oils stored on floor in kitchen area. Manager elevated. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Working containers of sugar removed from original container not identified by common name. Manager labeled sugar container during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on prep tables and counters in kitchen. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
50
Sep 19, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the sanitizer. Manager instructed to used triple sink until machine is fixed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-19: Same- **Time Extended**
16-59-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket in reach in under flip top across from stove torn and disrepair **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-19: Same- **Time Extended**
14-11-5
86
Sep 18, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1) Walk in cooler-Cheese (52F - Cold Holding); Cooked Chicken wings )51F - Hot Holding) Creamers (48F - Cold Holding); Cooked beans (60F - Cold Holding); Cooked ribs (49F - Cold Holding); Cooked potatoes (48F - Cold Holding); Cooked spaghetti (60F - Cold Holding) Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared nor portioned today. See stop Sale. 2) Lowboy Padela- ; Cooked yucca (52F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale. 3) Flip top across from stove- ; Cooked pasta (54F - Cold Holding); Cut tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding); Cooked eggs (54F - Cold Holding). Per Manager foods items in unit overnight including cut tomatoes. Items not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale. 4) Walk in cooler- Raw beef (50F- Cold Holding) Per Manager food item in unit over 4 hours. Instructed Manager to marinate meat immediately and stored in another cooler. **Warning**
03A-02-5
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. 1) Walk in cooler-Cheese (52F - Cold Holding); Cooked Chicken wings )51F - Hot Holding) Creamers (48F - Cold Holding); Cooked beans (60F - Cold Holding); Cooked ribs (49F - Cold Holding); Cooked potatoes (48F - Cold Holding); Cooked spaghetti (60F - Cold Holding) Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared nor portioned today. See stop Sale. 2) Lowboy Padela- ; Cooked yucca (52F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale. 3) Flip top across from stove- ; Cooked pasta (54F - Cold Holding); Cut tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding); Cooked eggs (54F - Cold Holding). Per Manager foods items in unit overnight including cut tomatoes. Items not prepared or portioned today. See stop **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Container of raw chicken stored above container of raw beef in Padela lowboy reach in cooler across from fryer in cook line. Cook inverted. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Containers of raw beef and raw chicken stored above uncovered container of cut lettuce and cooked onions in Padela lowboy across from fryer in cook line. Cook inverted. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Plastic bucket stored in hand washing sink in kitchen. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink front of freezer. Manager replaced. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. **Warning**
05-06-4
Intermediate - Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the sanitizer. Manager instructed to used triple sink until machine is fixed. **Warning**
16-59-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket in reach in under flip top across from stove torn and disrepair **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored on prep tables throughout kitchen. Chef stored in sanitizer bucket. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of oil removed from original container not identified by common name. Manager labeled squeeze bottle of oil. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
32
Mar 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Container of raw shell eggs stored above containers of sauces and raw beef in walk in cooler. Manager inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by dishwashing area. Manager replaced. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Under table in dry storage area next to kitchen.
22-31-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket in lowboy salad station torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In prep area behind kitchen. Employee cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
36-22-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In use utensils stored in standing water at 75F. Manager placed on stove to reached 135. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-07-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of forks stored on floor under prep table by expedite station. Manager elevated. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored all throughout kitchen. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles of oil and water not labeled. Manager labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Case of beef stored on floor in walk in cooler. Manager elevated. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. 1) Employee phone stored on cutting board prep table across from stove. Employee removed cleaned and sanitized area. 2) Employee phone charger stored between clean bowls and plates. On rack across from chicken oven. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
47
Dec 9, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 1, 2022
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Ice chute soiled in front counter, operator cleaned and sanitized during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water @85F in men and ladies restroom. **Repeat Violation**
27-16-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured next to walk in cooler in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in dry storage room.
14-05-4
Basic - Salad bar plates not properly protected or inverted to prevent contamination in front counter next to soda machine. Operator inverted **Corrected On-Site**
24-11-4
Basic - Shelf with rust that has pitted the surface in dry storage room.
14-33-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Raw chicken in walk in freezer Cut vegetables in walk in cooler Sauces in flip top cooler in front counter. Operator covered during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
64

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Granja Parrilla and Seafood last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Granja Parrilla and Seafood on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains 16 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Granja Parrilla and Seafood?

Across the inspection record, “observed” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at La Granja Parrilla and Seafood.

How does La Granja Parrilla and Seafood compare to other restaurants in Hallandale Beach?

La Granja Parrilla and Seafood most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Hallandale Beach average of 80.

Has La Granja Parrilla and Seafood's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Granja Parrilla and Seafood have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at La Granja Parrilla and Seafood means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is La Granja Parrilla and Seafood inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Granja Parrilla and Seafood is inspected around five times per year on average.