El Portal Maya
Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026
82
Score
Across the available record, El Portal Maya has 12 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 30, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Among Davie restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
12
Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 30, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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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** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-30: Operator unable to provide current manager certification at time of inspection **Admin Complaint**
53A-03-7
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** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-30: Operator unable to provide current employee training at time of inspection **Admin Complaint**
53B-05-5
82
Jan 28, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
82
Jan 27, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 6 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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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**
03A-02-5
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**
12A-09-4
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**
08A-05-6
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**
02C-02-5
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**
53A-03-7
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**
16-37-1
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**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. Probe thermometer provided begins at 100F **Warning**
05-03-4
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. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior has accumulation of soil residues. **Warning**
22-16-4
33
Aug 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
82
Feb 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
78
Oct 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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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**
35A-05-4
86
Oct 24, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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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.
01B-13-4
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
35A-05-4
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**
08A-05-6
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.
14-31-5
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**
29-20-5
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**
14-01-5
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.
35A-03-4
47
Feb 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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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**
14-01-5
95
Aug 18, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
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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**
11-26-1
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**
53B-13-5
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**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-18: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
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**
14-09-4
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**
36-17-5
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**
14-69-4
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**
36-62-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Some Ceiling tiles soiled with water stains in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-18: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
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**
14-33-4
55
Aug 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
29
Jan 30, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License paid during inspection Confirmation # 226037651 **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
High Priority - Food storage shelf where bags of flour are stored has soil/old food residue in kitchen.
22-35-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb under steam table in kitchen.
29-34-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Milk 70 F under no temperature control for food safety in coffee station held less than 4 hours ago. Operator moved to reach in cooler to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored above sausages inside reach in cooler in cook line. Operator moved raw eggs to walk in cooler and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed vomit procedures to operator. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Containers inside hand sink by front counter.Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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. Keyla needs training
53B-13-5
Basic - 4 door Reach-in chest freezer bottom shel have accumulation of soil residues. Per operator equipment awaiting pick up. No foods stored inside unit at time of inspection.
22-16-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Oven exterior and atosa reach in cooler doors in kitchen.
23-24-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall above urinal in men's restroom.
36-24-5
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover under prep tables In kitchen.
14-20-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Soup mix in true cooler in kitchen. Cooked pork and cooked chicken inside walk in cooler. Operator covered **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bucket with sugar not labeled in kitchen. Operator labelled **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
26
Jul 28, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Three door reach in cooler in cook Line ; cheese 45 ( - Cold Holding); sausages (45F - Cold Holding) held under 4 hours ago. Operator moved to walk in cooler to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Alfred Salinas certification expired on 05/25/2021.
53A-03-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator provided **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Repeat Violation**
05-08-4
Intermediate - No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Operator bought bleach during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-38-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen and in front counter. Operator provided **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. 3 door true freezer using as a cooler heavily soiled with juice stains in kitchen next to slicer.
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Cases of cups stored on floor by front counter next to true low boy cooler. Operator elevated **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Taquitos in chest freezer in kitchen. Raw beef and cooked pork foods inside walk in cooler. Manager covered during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust above steam table in cook line.
36-27-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense cheese inside flip top cooler in cook line. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Clean containers stored in dirty rack with unused dishes next to 3 compartment sink. Per manager dishes are not used in the restaurant. Advised to remove and store in another location.
24-06-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris and grease under and behind cooking equipments in cook line. Throughout kitchen and cook line floors soiled behind equipments.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Under flat grill heavy build up with grease in cook line. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
30
Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Portal Maya last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Portal Maya on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at El Portal Maya?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at El Portal Maya.
How does El Portal Maya compare to other restaurants in Davie?
El Portal Maya most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Davie average of 79.
Has El Portal Maya's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Portal Maya have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at El Portal Maya 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 El Portal Maya inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Portal Maya is inspected around three times per year on average.
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