EL PORTAL MAYA INC
Food safety records indicate EL PORTAL MAYA INC in DAVIE has 10 inspections with a 3.0/5 overall rating. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.
Last inspection: 1 months ago · 10 reports on file
3660 Davie Road
Florida, 33314
Downtown Davie
Broward County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★★☆☆ (3.0/5)
Based on 10 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
1/28/2026· 1mo ago
Visit ID: 13620208
Follow-up Inspection Required2 int
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/Jasly R Salinas 10-26-20 Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-28: 59 days **Time Extended**
- 53B-05-5: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. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-28: 59 days **Time Extended**
1/27/2026· 1mo ago
Visit ID: 13491698
Follow-up Inspection Required3 high, 6 int, 1 basic
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in freezer interior has accumulation of soil residues. Warning
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw bacon stored above cooked chorizo in walk in cooler. Operator reorganized Corrected On-Site Warning
- 12A-09-4:High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee rinse wares with gloved hands and then proceed to handle clean wares without removing gloves and washing hands, instructed employee to remove gloves and wash hands Corrected On-Site Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cut cabbage (57F); salsa (55F); coleslaw (59F); cut tomatoes (60F); raw pork (61F); cut lettuce (56F) being held in cook line flip top for less than 1 hour. Items not prepared of portioned today. Unit in disrepair and not functioning. Operator moved items to walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/Jasly R Salinas 10-26-20 Warning
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator unable to provide chlorine test kit at time of inspection Verified ownership Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen entrance hand wash sink. Operator refilled Corrected On-Site Warning
- 05-03-4:Intermediate - Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. Probe thermometer provided begins at 100F Warning
- 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked tamales prepared on Saturday not date marked. Operator date marked Corrected On-Site Warning
- 53B-05-5: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. Warning
8/13/2025· 7mo ago
Visit ID: 10942092
Met Inspection Standards1 int, 2 basic
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In the bucket of salsa in the walk in cooler, a small bowl was stored inside and used to dispense the food. The bowl was removed Corrected On-Site
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. At the entrance to the kitchen, many tiles are cracked and broken missing pieces.
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. The can opener blade is soiled.
2/27/2025· 1y ago
Visit ID: 10703628
Follow-up Inspection Required1 high, 2 basic
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. On the clean stored pans, two pans with old "cerdo" labels on them. The pans were removed to be rewashed and sanitized.
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. In the triple sink, a bucket with pork inside was thawing in standing water. The water was turned on to thaw under running water. Corrected On-Site
- 50-17-3:High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. More than 60 days Admin Complaint
10/25/2024· 1y 4mo ago
Visit ID: 10703299
Facility Temporarily Closed1 high
- 35A-05-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches inside the dry red bean bin on the dry storage shelf in the kitchen The beans were discarded to eliminate the roaches. Approximately 5 live roaches inside of an unused fryer in the kitchen next to the triple sink - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Approximately 5 live roaches behind the dry storage rack in the dry storage area of the kitchen 2 live roaches on the shelf with the plates on the cook line **Time Extended**
10/25/2024· 1y 4mo ago
Visit ID: 10704292
Met Inspection Standards- N/A:No Violations Were Observed
10/24/2024· 1y 4mo ago
Visit ID: 8739755
Facility Temporarily Closed4 high, 3 basic
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In the bucket of sugar, a small bowl was stored to dispense the sugar. The bowl was removed. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach inside of the dry red beans bucket on the dry storage shelf in the kitchen 3 dead roaches on the floor under the dry storage rack in the kitchen All of the dead roaches were discarded. The area was cleaned and sanitized. The beans were discarded.
- 29-20-5:Basic - Very slow draining water in the hand wash sink next the entrance to the kitchen from the dining room. The food debris was removed and the drain improved. Corrected On-Site
- 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. In the reach in freezer in the front of the kitchen, raw chicken is stored in thank you bags.
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the walk in cooler, raw beef was stored over gallons of milk. The milk was moved Corrected On-Site
- 35A-05-4:High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches inside the dry red bean bin on the dry storage shelf in the kitchen The beans were discarded to eliminate the roaches. Approximately 5 live roaches inside of an unused fryer in the kitchen next to the triple sink
- 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 1 dead roach and 2 live roaches found in the bin of dry red beans. The dry red beans were discarded.
2/5/2024· 2y 1mo ago
Visit ID: 8476061
Met Inspection Standards1 basic
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In multiple containers, small bowls were being used to dispense products. The bowls were removed. Corrected On-Site
8/18/2023· 2y 6mo ago
Visit ID: 8475530
Met Inspection Standards2 int, 8 basic
- 36-32-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. 1.Hole in ceiling tiles above entry door to kitchen and in dry storage area in kitchen. 2. Hole in ceiling in stock opposite ware washing area, no foods stored in room. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-18: **Time Extended**
- 50-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-18: **Time Extended**
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable in ware washing station on top drain boards. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-18: **Time Extended**
- 36-17-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in prep station. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-18: **Time Extended**
- 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-chest in freezer in kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-18: Observed same **Time Extended**
- 36-62-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light not functioning in stock room opposite ware washing area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-18: **Time Extended**
- 36-34-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Some Ceiling tiles soiled with water stains in kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-18: **Time Extended**
- 14-33-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Storage Shelf with rust that has pitted the surface where cleaned pots and pans are stored in ware washing area near oven. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-18: Observed same **Time Extended**
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Three employees without employee training has no reporting agreements signed. Emailed forms to manager. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-18: **Time Extended**
- 53B-13-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Silvia , Alejandra and Dilina missing employee training. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-18: **Time Extended**
8/17/2023· 2y 6mo ago
Visit ID: 8361170
Follow-up Inspection Required2 high, 2 int, 15 basic
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense rice, flour and salt in kitchen. Operator removed Corrected On-Site Warning
- 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. 1.Hole in ceiling tiles above entry door to kitchen and in dry storage area in kitchen. 2. Hole in ceiling in stock opposite ware washing area, no foods stored in room. Warning
- 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Warning
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable in ware washing station on top drain boards. Warning
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in prep station. Warning
- 08B-47-4:Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Container of fryer oil on floor in dry storage area in kitchen. Operator elevated Corrected On-Site Warning
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-chest in freezer in kitchen. Warning
- 36-62-4:Basic - Light not functioning in stock room opposite ware washing area. Warning
- 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles( to go containers )improperly stored on floor in prep station on the sides of 3 door true cooler/ freezer. Warning
- 36-34-5:Basic - Some Ceiling tiles soiled with water stains in kitchen. Warning
- 14-33-4:Basic - Storage Shelf with rust that has pitted the surface where cleaned pots and pans are stored in ware washing area near oven. Warning
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Cooked yuca inside walk in cooler, operator covered Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled behind 3 compartment sink in Kitchen. Warning
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container( white sugar)not identified by common name. White container next to entry door to kitchen, operator labelled sugar. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line , 3 door cooler ; sliced american cheese 50F (cold holding )sliced ham 46 ( cold holding )sausages 48F( cold holding) held under 4 hours ago in unit per cook. Operator moved to to walk in cooler to quick chill. Foods not prepared or portioned today. Repeat Violation Warning
- 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb under steam table in kitchen. Warning
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Three employees without employee training has no reporting agreements signed. Emailed forms to manager. Warning
- 53B-13-5:Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Silvia , Alejandra and Dilina missing employee training. Repeat Violation Warning