WOODLANDS EXPRESS

Name: WOODLANDS EXPRESS
Address: 4816 N UNIVERSITY DR, LAUDERHILL, FL, 33351, US
Rating: 40.6

4816 N UNIVERSITY DR, LAUDERHILL, FL 33351

License #1621084

🍟 Fast Food ℹ️

40.6 Grade F / 100

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Latest inspection

May 11, 2026 · 12 findings · 0 critical

Routine - Food

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WOODLANDS EXPRESS in LAUDERHILL currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 40.6 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has been inspected 8 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on May 11, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 85 total violations — 8 critical, 30 major, 47 minor.

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Disposition: Warning Issued
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used to dispense sauce in walk in cooler.
[13-03-4] Some employees engaging food preparation with no hair restraints.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. -Observed various food items stored on walk in cooler floor. -Observed container with soy sauce stored on dry storage floor. Operator removed to shelf.
[10-20-4] In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation on brown like substances buildup on can opener holster.
[08B-12-5] Violation not complied. Several containers of TCS foods stored in walk in cooler not covered.
[08B-17-4] Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. -Observed case with unwashed squash stored over peeled and cut onions in walk in cooler.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substances buildup on can opener blade.
[53A-05-6] At the time of callback inspection, violation not
[53B-13-5] At the time of callback inspection, no proof of required state approved available.
[02C-02-5] No date marked on several TCS food items cooked 2 days ago
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with degreaser at dish washing area.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[16-21-4] Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used to dispense sauce in walk in cooler.
[13-03-4] Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees engaging food preparation with no hair restraint
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. -Observed various food items stored on walk in cooler floor. -Observed container with soy sauce stored on dry storage floor. Operator removed to shelf.
[10-20-4] In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation on brown like substances buildup on can opener holster.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. -Observed containers with sauces and soups stored in walk in cooler not covered -Observed uncovered containers with flour and chickpeas stored in dry storage room.
[06-01-5] Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish thawing in standing water in kitchen.
[08B-17-4] Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. -Observed case with unwashed squash stored over peeled and cut onions in walk in cooler.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substances buildup on can opener blade.
[16-37-1] No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
[53A-05-6] No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed no manager on duty at the time of 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.
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marked on various sauces and soups stored in walk in cooler. Per operator, items cooked on 03/03/2026.
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with degreaser at dish washing area.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[38-07-4] Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. No light shield in kitchen, covering ceiling light.
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop in dry storage room for container of sugar. Operator removed
[36-36-4] Ceiling tile missing. In dry storage area, missing ceiling tile
[13-03-4] Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee engaging in food prep, no hair restraint.
[10-12-5] In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop on dirty surface
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. In kitchen and dry storage room, multiple bulk containers of non TCS foods stored with no cover.
[03B-01-6] Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Kitchen stove; butter (72F - Hot Holding). As per operator food not portioned or prepared today. Observed food on stove with no heat being applied. Operator turned on. Food to be reheated to 165F
[12A-03-4] Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed operator wash hands inside triple sink
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwash sink with green scratch pad covered in food debris.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Unable to locate test strips
[53B-01-5] No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink next to dish washing area
[53B-11-4] Records/documents for required employee training appear to be falsified. Observed employee certificate written in pen. Roni Cruz 09-12-23 (Completion date) 11-17-27 (Expiration Date)
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle in triple sink area, not labeled.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Metal scoop missing handle in bulk container of MSG on dry goods rack. Manager removed scoop.
[24-05-4] Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Large clean cooking pots in dish area not inverted. Employee inverted all pots.
[12B-12-5] Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Employee container of water with straw and no lid on cooking cart by flattop unit in kitchen.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone next to spice containers on shelf above kitchen fliptop unit.
[36-01-4] Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Areas of floor around cookline and under shelves in middle of kitchen area have food debris buildup.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. 1) Cases of plastic bottled water on floor behind front bar space. 2) Container of raw onions and bucket of sauce on floor in walk in cooler.
[05-09-4] No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. 1) In glassfront and Avantco reach in coolers in kitchen. Employee returned thermometers to both units. 2) Ambient thermometer on exterior of walk in cooler not working. Manager placed extra probe thermometer in cooler.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler/freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Liquid food residue frozen in bottom of white upright freezer in back of kitchen. Employee began to clean unit.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. 1) Bulk container of rice on shelf in kitchen not covered. 2) Multiple food items in walk in cooler at proper temperature not covered. Manager had employee start covering all items.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In Avantco lowboy reach in cooler by kitchen door, carton of raw shell eggs and package of raw bacon on shelf above open gallon of milk and container of sauce. Manager moved both items to bottom of cooler for proper separation.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Prep table holding stand mixer has build up of flour and dried liquids.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit.
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple containers of sauce in walk in googled missing date marked when prepared. Per manager none over 3 days old.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Metal cups in bulk containers of salt and sugar. Manager removed cups.
[51-11-4] Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Small CO2 tank near back door not secured.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phones on top of chest freezer by cook line and on shelf above fliptop unit next to dry spices.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. 1) Containers of salt, sugar, and spices on dry goods shelf by cook line missing lids. Employee replaced lids. 2) Multiple food items in walk in cooler at proper temperature not covered.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall opposite walk in cooler soiled with food debris.
[01B-01-4] Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One #10 can baby corn dented in dry storage.
[12A-29-4] Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee on cook line handled wrapped new piece of equipment and returned to preparing stuffed samosas without washing hands and changing gloves first. Stopped employee and reviewed hand wash procedures. Employee washed hands.
[41-05-4] Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Can of household pesticide on shelf near kitchen hand sink. Manager discarded can.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In fliptop lower cooler, partial carton raw shell eggs above container of lentil sauce. Employee moved eggs to bottom of cooler.
[12A-09-4] Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee left cook line, handled wrapped new piece of cooking equipment, and returned to cook line to prep food item without changing gloves. Stopped employee, reviewed hand wash procedures, and employee washed hands and changed gloves.
[11-27-4] 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. Bulletin provided to be posted.
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple food items in walk in cooler not date marked for when prepared. Per manager, all more than 24 hrs in unit.
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unknown substance in spray bottles on shelf at entrance to kitchen, on cart near cook line, and on table in front service area under counter.