GRATEFUEL CAFE
2609 E COMMERCIAL BLVD STE A, FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33308
License #1625968
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Mixed Health Record
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GRATEFUEL CAFE in FORT LAUDERDALE currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 83 out of 100 — a C grade — a noticeable pattern of violations across recent inspections. This restaurant has one inspection on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on July 24, 2026. Across those visits, DBPR recorded 9 total findings; InspectFL has detailed violation rows for 8 of them so far.
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What stands out in this inspection history
The latest inspection on July 24, 2026 shows 8 observation rows: 3 critical, 5 major, and 0 minor.
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Inspection History
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- Disposition: Warning Issued
- [03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline flip top - feta cheese (40-50F). Per operator item placed in unit approximately an hour ago. Observed item overfilled. Operator removed excess and placed in reach in to quick chill.
- [16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
- [50-17-3] Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator renewed during inspection.
- [53B-13-5] 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.
- [53A-01-7] Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. PIC - Trenton Frost
- [12A-05-4] Employee drank from open container then handled clean utensils, without washing hands. Reviewed proper procedures and employee washed hands.
- [02B-02-5] Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided to operator and operator posted.
- [02B-01-5] Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Smoked salmon on menu. Reviewed menu updating with operator.
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