Tabanka-A Trini Kitchen

1645-1647 S Sr 7, North Lauderdale, FL 33068

African

Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Going back to 2022, Tabanka-A Trini Kitchen has nine inspections in the public record. Tabanka-A Trini Kitchen was last inspected on Feb 3, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly seven violations earlier in the record.

“Food stored on floor” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average sits at 76, which Tabanka-A Trini Kitchen's 61 doesn't quite reach. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 3, 2026

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Sep 25, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Apr 24, 2025

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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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 - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. In kitchen, cutting board stored on floor in between reach in cooler and walk in cooler. Operator moved cutting board to dish area to clean. **Corrective Action Taken**

24-07-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. In walk in cooler, containers of potatoes stored on floor. Employee moved containers to shelf **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Above walk in cooler, ceiling tiles damaged.

36-32-5

Aug 13, 2024

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed quart container in hand washing sink next to mixer employee removed **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of frying oil stored on kitchen floor

08B-38-4

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Shelf above three compartment sink.

24-05-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.

22-08-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood fans

23-03-4

Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed herbs over butter in walk-in cooler.

08B-17-4

Jul 12, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed

FL-27

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Jan 19, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine at three compartment sink 200+ Ppm . Operator diluted rechecked 100 Ppm **Corrected On-Site**

41-18-4

Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed Macaroni pie 56F @2:15 cooling since 1:00 rechecked 55F 2:42pm in covered pans in walk-in cooler operator placed in walk-in freezer. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

03D-15-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.by walk-in freezer cooler operator provided . **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31B-03-4

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. Explained to operator correct method. Employee set up correctly. **Corrected On-Site**

16-13-5

Basic - Utensils in poor condition. Cracked and broken lids stored on clean rack

14-12-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Opposite cook line.

36-27-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.in kitchen.

36-34-5

Sep 1, 2023

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 9 violations

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Jun 30, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Goatmeat. Walk In Cooler. **Corrected On-Site**

02C-01-5

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels.

31B-05-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.

36-27-5

Oct 18, 2022

Routine - Food

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

View 5 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tabanka-A Trini Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tabanka-A Trini Kitchen on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tabanka-A Trini Kitchen?

Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tabanka-A Trini Kitchen.

How does Tabanka-A Trini Kitchen compare to other restaurants in North Lauderdale?

Tabanka-A Trini Kitchen most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the North Lauderdale average of 76.

Has Tabanka-A Trini Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Tabanka-A Trini Kitchen have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Tabanka-A Trini Kitchen 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 Tabanka-A Trini Kitchen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tabanka-A Trini Kitchen is inspected around three times per year on average.

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