Pa Q Isa

2451 Se 4 Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Sep 25, 2025

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Pa Q Isa, the earliest from 2023. Pa Q Isa was last inspected on Sep 25, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

Restaurants in Fort Lauderdale average 80, so Pa Q Isa is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 25, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Apr 23, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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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.

11-27-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

51-13-4

Feb 6, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Dec 4, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-02-5

Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed triple sink handles missing.

29-09-4

Apr 16, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations.

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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed empanadas stored in to go bag inside reach in freezer in truck.

14-31-5

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips.

16-37-1

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed tools stored inside handwash sink in truck.

31A-09-4

Jan 30, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pa Q Isa last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pa Q Isa on file is from Sep 25, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Pa Q Isa compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?

Pa Q Isa most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.

Has Pa Q Isa's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pa Q Isa have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pa Q Isa 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 Pa Q Isa inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pa Q Isa is inspected around two times per year on average.

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