La Rumba
Last inspected: Jan 13, 2025
86
Score
Going back to 2022, La Rumba has six inspections in the public record. La Rumba was last inspected on Jan 13, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly 12 violations earlier on.
When inspectors have written things up, “floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Compared to other DeFuniak Springs restaurants (averaging 96), there's room to close the gap. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 13, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floor tile in ware wash area.
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed Rubbermaid container used for chips storage located on floor. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents with accumulation of grease. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
86
Jul 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
74
Jan 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed Theraflu stored on shelf above expo/drink station.
41-07-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator properly stored during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-08-5
82
Jul 25, 2023
Complaint Full
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
10-08-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
10-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name, salt.
02D-01-5
82
Dec 5, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink in dish wash area blocked by CO2 tanks. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
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 - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair, in front of stove. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - Stored food not covered, stuffed peppers in walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Above prep table. **Repeat Violation**
36-30-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle, under dish wash sink.
29-11-4
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed walk-in cooler floor in disrepair.
36-10-4
61
Jul 18, 2022
Routine - Food
8 critical violations. 3 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 24 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Table top cold hold shredded lettuce at 70F at 1 hour. Reach in cooler left side of cook line, sour cream at 45F at 1 hour. Operator removed to colder holding unit. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Upon inspection observed coil cleaner spray bottle stored next to single serve cups in dry storage. Operator removed to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. cook to cool- shredded chicken 106F 3 1/2 hours, ground beef 111F 3 1/2 hours. Operator removed food items of concern to reheat to appropriate temperature and then restart cooling process. **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-01-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Upon inspection observed raw beef stored in a retail bag in walk-in freezer. Operator discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-15-4
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Upon inspection observed household wasp spray on shelf above 3 compartment sink.
41-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Upon inspection observed raw chicken stored over raw shrimp in upright 2 door cooler in cook area.
08A-20-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Upon inspection observed raw beef stored in retail bag with ice build-up from leaking ceiling in walk in freezer. Operator discarded food of concern during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Upon inspection observed pain reliever/medication stored above beverage station next to single service cups.
41-07-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Upon inspection observed multiple items in hand wash sink and CO2 tank in front of hand wash sink in dish wash area. Operator removed items to make sink accessible. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in ladies restroom. **Repeat Violation**
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.
53B-14-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Upon inspection observed broken tile in center of floor in dish wash area. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Upon inspection observed 2 sticky fly traps above cook line hot holding area. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
35B-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Upon inspection observed large bag of rice stored on floor in dry storage area and a bucket of fish stored on floor in walk-in freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Upon inspection observed hood area with grease build up.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Upon inspection observed chili relleno uncovered in walk-in freezer and pico uncovered in walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Upon inspection observed unsealed wood right side of ice machine above prep table.
36-30-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Upon inspection observed a bucket of fish thawing in standing water. Operator placed in walk-in freezer. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Upon inspection observed 2 vents with debris build up on ceiling in dish wash area.
36-34-5
Basic - Dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
33-23-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Upon inspection observed multiple table tops with employee drinks present.
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Upon inspection observed pans wet nesting on clean storage rack on right side of dish machine.
24-08-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Upon inspection observed back door with gap present. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Rumba last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Rumba on file is from Jan 13, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Rumba?
Across the inspection record, “floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Rumba.
How does La Rumba compare to other restaurants in DeFuniak Springs?
La Rumba most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the DeFuniak Springs average of 96.
Has La Rumba's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at La Rumba have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly 12 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at La Rumba 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 Rumba inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Rumba is inspected around two times per year on average.
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