Latest Violations
Florida restaurant inspection violations, sorted by most recent. Grouped by restaurant.
All data sourced from the Florida DBPR. The InspectFL Health Score is our own calculation — not an official government rating. Visit our food safety page to learn how violations affect your health, or view the official inspection report at myfloridalicense.com.
1785 N SR 7, MARGATE · Broward County
- Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on kitchen prep table.
- Interior of reach in cooler on the right side of the cookline has gaskets in disrepair.
- Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated dust at cookline.
- In-use utensil stored in standing water at 78F less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator removed.
420 N FEDERAL HWY, FORT LAUDERDALE · Broward County
- Live, small flying insects found. Approximately 5 live small flying insects on the walls in the dining room. Approximately 5 live small flying insects landing on chemical boxes in the dry storage area.
- Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm). The solution was changed to Chlorine, 100ppm chlorine
- Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In the hot box, cooked meatballs (106F - Hot Holding). The meat balls were cooked approximately 2 hours ago. The meatballs were voluntarily discarded in place of reheating.
- No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit for chlorine sanitizer in the 3CS.
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At the front line hand wash sink. The chef supplied paper towels
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416 N FEDERAL HWY, FORT LAUDERDALE · Broward County
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the reach in cooler nrpext to the cook line and prep area, raw cut salmon was stored over pho broth. The salmon was removed
3111 SW 160 AVE, MIRAMAR · Broward County
- Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. rear kitchen-steam -meat balls in marinara sauce (130F - Hot Holding), per employee food hot held for an hour, employee reheated on stove to 171F
- Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee wear gloves to move precooked meat balls to stove without washing hands first. After educated employee on proper hand wash procedures, employee discarded gloves and washed hands properly.
- 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 came from dumpster area, wear gloves to weigh mix of ground beef for meat balls, without washing hands first, after manager educated employee on proper hand wash procedures, employee discarded gloves, washed hands and put in new pair of gloves.
- Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Cutting board from salad station.in rear kitchen. Employee removed and placed on under shelf.
- Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone and car keys , next to slicer machine, manger removed.
3306 N UNIVERSITY DR, SUNRISE · Broward County
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed cut lettuce and steak cold held at 44F in front line cooler. Per operator, both items transfer from walk in cooler to front line cooler 1.45 hours prior to the inspection. Operator placed items freezer for quick chill.
- 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. Observed 1 new employee with no health responsibilities information . Manager explained to employee and have her signed document.
- 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/ -Observed food manager certification for Sophie Mailloux expired on 3/7/2026.
- 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. Observed no proof of employees training available at this time.
- Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -Observed 2 C02 tanks in storage area no secured.
12522 W SUNRISE BLVD, SUNRISE · Broward County
- 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 picked something from floor while preparing food and then continued engaging in food preparation without first removing gloves or washing hands. Reviewed proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sandwich Station- ; Cream Cheese (54F - Cold Holding); Butter (44F - Cold Holding). Per cook food items in unit less than 4 hours. Items not prepared or portioned today. Cook moved to walk in cooler to quick chill.
- Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
- Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit Door
10465 WEST YULEE DRIVE, HOMOSASSA · Citrus County
- Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towel used to line pan in direct contact with bacon
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. butter (46F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); broccoli cheddar soup (49F - Cold Holding); gyro meat (47F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (46F - Cold Holding); provolone (47F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (45F - Cold Holding); American cheese (46F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (48F - Cold Holding) All items in walk in cooler, ambient temperature 60F. Manager stated they had already contacted a refrigeration repair service and was not aware of the last time temperatures were taken in the walk in. See stop sale.
- Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. butter (46F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); broccoli cheddar soup (49F - Cold Holding); gyro meat (47F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (46F - Cold Holding); provolone (47F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (45F - Cold Holding); American cheese (46F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (48F - Cold Holding)
- Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Butter at cook line. Employee marked butter was removed from refrigeration at 11:30am.
- Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink in bar contains pan used to strain ice. Employee removed.
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7547 W OAKLAND PARK BLVD, LAUDERHILL · Broward County
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler raw salmon stored above peppers, raw ground beef above butter, discussed with operator who corrected storage of products.
- Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee wiped hands on visibly soiled clothing after without washing hands employee plated customers food, discussed with operator employee washed hands.
- Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In dry storage can of WD40 grease stored above single service items, discussed with operator who removed can.
- Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler cream cheese (50F - Cold Holding) per operator product not portioned or prepared today and held in unit for approximately 2 days, discussed with operator see stop sale. In walk in cooler crab and lobster cakes (53F - Cold Holding) per operator product not portioned or prepared today and held in unit for approximately 3 days, discussed with operator see stop sale.
- Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employees entering kitchen from dining room and without washing hand employees handled plates of food to take to customers table, discussed with operator employee washed hands.
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2400 N FEDERAL HWY, FORT LAUDERDALE · Broward County
- Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed build up on fan, shelves, and floor, creating a slipping hazard for employees.
2430 NE 13 AVE STE 1, WILTON MANORS · Broward County
- Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed zero (0) ppm chlorine. Operator corrected to 100 ppm.
6670 DYKES RD, SOUTHWEST RANCHES · Broward County
- Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed server drop off dirty dishes and wash hands without soap.
- Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed server drop off dirty dishes then handled clean cups and saucers without washing hands.
- Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Final rinse temperature 142F
- Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Observed fish stock (131F - Reheating)@12:20 since 11:30 rechecked 145F @1:00 at this rate product will not reach 165F within 2 hours. Operator increased the flame on burner.
- Spray bottle containing toxic sanitizer substance not labeled. On service cart.
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9210 W COMMERCIAL BLVD, SUNRISE · Broward County
- Live, small flying insects found. Observed 3 live flying insects landing on walls next to mop sink . Operator killed
- Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed at 8:45 a.m., cooked rice hot held in rice cooker at 97F. Per operator, rice cooked at 7:30 a.m. Operator increased the temperature on the equipment.
- Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Observed container with Lysol stored inside hand wash sink.
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink throughout establishment. Operator replenished .
- Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with degreaser at dishwashing area. Operator labeled
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10640 PINES BLVD STE F104, PEMBROKE PINES · Broward County
- 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/ Manager arrived during inspection
- Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink.
- Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observed glass washer at bar not reaching 160F Technician called
- Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
- Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area.
3045 N FEDERAL HWY, SUITE B & C, FORT LAUDERDALE · Broward County
- Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Triple glass unit - dry storage area - Raw shell eggs stored over/not properly separated from unwashed tomatoes. Operator stored all items properly.
- 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.
- 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.
- Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles and gaskets - flip top units. Operator began cleaning during inspection.
- Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. 1. Under all Cookline fryers and grill. 2. Between ice machine and wall. 3. Behind triple door freezer
3890 DAVIE ROAD UNIT 105, DAVIE · Broward County
- Water leaking from pipe underneath ice bin at front counter drink station. Leaking water is being collected in a beverage pitcher.
- Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed on front counter prep table an employee drink container next to the smoothie make station. Operator moved drink to designated area.
- Uncovered single serve utensils stored near sink exposed to splash. Operator moved utensils to appropriate area.
- Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed in kitchen dry storage area 2 working containers of a granulated substance removed from commercial packaging. Operator labeled containers as sugar.
525 N FEDERAL HWY STE 500, FORT LAUDERDALE · Broward County
- Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. In the prep are next to the hand sink, a spray bottle of sanitizer was not labeled. The chef removed the bottle and emptied it
- Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. In the prep area, the wire shelves are dusty.
10645 WILES RD, CORAL SPRINGS · Broward County
- Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. At reach in cooler - one dead insects inside container of cream cheese- see stop sale.
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At reach in cooler- raw smoked salmon cream cheese stored over chive cream cheese - operator stored properly.
- Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. At cook line - cracked raw shell eggs and then proceeded to handle clean equipment and engage in food preparation without washing their hands- educated operator- employee washed their hands.
- Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee entered through back door and began handling clean equipment without washing their hands - educated operator- employee washed their hands properly.
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -flip top near grill: pooled eggs (56F - Cold Holding); prepped pooled eggs (58F - Cold Holding); liquid eggs (58F cold holding); butter (67F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (58F - Cold Holding); hash browns (68F- Cold Holding) Per operator items out of temperature for approximately 1.5 hours due to service. operator placed items in freezer to quick chill.
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12719 SUNRISE BLVD, SUNRISE · Broward County
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Traulsen Lowboy- ; Shredded Cheese (48F - Cold Holding); ; Sliced Tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding, per cook food items in unit less than 4 hours from walk in cooler. Items not prepared or portioned today. Manager moved back to walk in cooler to quick chill.
- Hot water takes too long to reach handwash sink resulting in employees using only cold water to wash their hands. Hot water temperature Hot water takes too long resulting in employees using only cold water to wash their hands. Water takes more than 3 minutes to reached 85F at employees handwashing sinks across from walk in cooler.
- No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Provided but no battery in device.
- Water leaking from pipe in employees handwashing sinks across from walk in cooler
9 N SR 7, PLANTATION · Broward County
- 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.
- No soap provided at handwash sink.
- Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
- Handwash sink not working in food preparation area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed.
- No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer.
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1550 N STATE RD 7, LAUDERHILL · Broward County
- Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -Observed some food containers not stored inverted.
- No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed hand wash sign at handwashing sink in rear of the building.
- Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Observed accumulation of brown like substances buildup inside ice machine. Operator clean and sanitized.
- Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
3890 DAVIE RD STE 110, DAVIE · Broward County
- Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee at the front counter use cellphone then immediately put gloves on and began using clean and sanitized equipment and utensils. Discussed proper handwashing. Operator properly washed hands.
- Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed on storage shelf a bottle of rubbing alcohol and glass cleaner stored above an open bag of single use plates and utensils. Operator reorganized and moved chemicals to designated area.
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at front counter handwashing sink. Operator refilled paper towels.
- 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/ Observed one employee Kevin Fuentes Food Managers Certification expired 3-15-2026. Other Manager Certification is Valid.
- Covered waste receptacle not provided in unisex bathroom.
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1213 N UNIVERSITY DR, CORAL SPRINGS · Broward County
- Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed additional vacuum breaker needed at mop sink where splitter added.
- 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.
- Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. -Observed no proof of certified food manager available at this time.
- No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
- 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. Observed no proof of employees available at this time.
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4607 S UNIVERSITY DR UNIT 31, DAVIE · Broward County
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over ready to eat pita bread. Operator stored properly.
- No soap provided at front handwashing sink. Operator added soap.
- Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed take out container used to scoop French fries in the reach in freezer. Operator removed take out container.
- Food stored on floor. Observed bags of rice stored on the floor.
- Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employees food stored over food for customers in the valpro cooler. Operator stored properly.
5007 N HIATUS RD, SUNRISE · Broward County
- Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager send her food manager certification during inspection.