La Bomba Restaurant & Cantina
8500 E. U.S. Hwy 40, Kansas City, MO, 64129
Most recent inspection
- Date
- May 28, 2026
- Type
- Routine
- Result
- Score 98.2
- Risk category
- Not reported
- Cited findings
- 10
- Jurisdiction
- Jackson County (Kansas City), MO
Violations (10)
- 5-205.11Corrected on site
Using a Handwashing Sink - A handwashing sink is not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use; is being used for purposes other than handwashing or is not being used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
Observed several stacked bulk containers and tops stored on top of the hand sink to the left of the 3 compartment sink. Person in charge removed items at the time of inspection.
- 4-702.11Corrected on site
Before Use After Cleaning - Utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment are not sanitized before use after cleaning.
Observed no sanitizer made at the time of inspection. Employee made chlorine sanitizer to be 50-100ppm
- 4-501.12
Scratched cutting boards not resurfaced or discarded
Observed heavily scratched boards with build up
- 3-304.14
Cloths used for wiping are used for other purposes; Wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitizer; Wet & dry cloths not stored clean
Observed a dirty cloth stored on the make table cutting board
- 3-304.12Corrected on site
In-use utensils not properly stored between uses
Observed a portion cup used as a scoop inside of a 2 bowls of flour. Person in charge removed and replaced them with scoops with handles
- 4-602.13
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at frequency to prevent buildup of residue
Observed build up inside the reach in cooler on shelving Observed build up on floors in the walk in cooler
- 3-305.11Corrected on site
Food is not stored as required by the Food Code
Observed a bag of onions stored on the floor in the walk in cooler. Person in charge removed onions from the floor at the time of inspection
- 4-602.11Corrected on site
Equipment & Food-Contact Cleaning Frequency - Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned according to the Food Code.
Observed build up on the catch plate and interior of the ice machine. Person in charge removed plate to wash, rinse and sanitize
- 4-903.11Corrected on site
Single-service/use items not stored as specified in the Food Code
Observed 2 boxes of foam hinged containers stored on the floor in front of the bar. Employee removed boxes from the floor at the time of inspection
- 6-101.11
Materials for floors/walls/ceilings not smooth, durable, & easily cleanable under normal use; and/or walls/ceilings are not light in color
Observed several absorbent ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen
Source: Jackson County (Kansas City), MO health department. Data refreshed September 29, 2026. Results are shown in the health department's own wording. This record is provided for general information; confirm current status with the health department before relying on it.