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Florida restaurant inspection violations, sorted by most recent. Grouped by restaurant.

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3805 N UNIVERSITY DR, SUNRISE · Broward County

Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine at interior bar not sanitizing properly Manager moved dirty glasses to dish machine in kitchen
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line cooler Cooked onions; (48F]Mushrooms; (50F)Chicken (43F)Burgers; (43F) Manager discarded the cooked mushrooms and onions. Chicken and burgers were placed in Walk In Cooler for quick chill
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing a clear liquid identified as a cleaning solution not labeled. Manager labeled spray bottle

EMERALD RESTAURANT

8500 W SR 84, DAVIE · Broward County

Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef with neither in their original commercial packaging in the reach in freezer. Operator stored properly.
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm).
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris between large pieces of equipment in the kitchen.

TACO BELL #042936

12575 SUNRISE BLVD, SUNRISE · Broward County

Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot Box- ; Hash Browns (107-111F - Hot Holding) Per Manager food items in unit less than 4 hours. Manager discarded.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean containers on storage rack. Removed during inspection.

4300 HOLLYWOOD BLVD, HOLLYWOOD · Broward County

Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In walk in freezer, portioned raw breaded steak above portioned french fries, portioned mushrooms, and cooked sausage. Manager moved steak to bottom shelf above raw chicken.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Menu marking does not properly explain the consumer advisory. Advisory printed and posted during inspection.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Standard paint brush being used for raw eggs on baked goods. Manager discarded and replaced with proper pastry brush.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unknown substances in spray bottles on chemical shelf by triple sink. Advised manager to determine contents and label as soon as possible.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in salt container in prep area in contact with salt. Manager removed handle from salt.
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8550 W BROWARD BLVD, PLANTATION · Broward County

Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground turkey stored over ready to eat cold cuts. Operator stored properly.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nest on several plastic dishes in the dishwashing area. Operator stored to allow air drying.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice at the bar. Operator removed scoop handle from ice.

5990 S FLAMINGO RD, COOPER CITY · Broward County

No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed form to operator.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand washing sink next to ice machine

NEW WONG'S HOLLYWOOD

5664 WASHINGTON ST, HOLLYWOOD · Broward County

Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed in walk in cooler, raw shell eggs over ready to eat vegetables. Manager corrected.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed dish towel covering rice in walk in cooler.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to notify the division of employee diagnosed with Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, Typhoid fever (caused by Salmonella Typhi) or Salmonella (nontyphoidal). No Big 6. Emailed to operator.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed build up of food debris under/ behind cutting boards.
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SHARKEYS BAR AND GRILL

10365 ROYAL PALM BLVD, CORAL SPRINGS · Broward County

Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior roof of microwave soiled with food debris.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor area in bar under ice bins has trash/debris buildup.

SURF N SPRAY SWEETS

1404 N BROADWALK, HOLLYWOOD · Broward County

Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. At front counter, cutting boards have deep cut marks.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. In reach in cooler, milk opened more than 24 hours by operator. Date marked by operator.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. In reach in cooler, employee food not separated from food being served to customers.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

AUNT I'S JAMAICAN RESTAURANT

10111 PINES BLVD, 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
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Oxtail in Walk In Cooler. Employee labeled oxtail
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.. Employee placed wiping cloth in sanitizer bucket
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at handwash sink wash sink in mens bathroom.

8257 W SUNRISE BLVD, PLANTATION · Broward County

Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.

NEW HONG KONG CHINESE FOOD

1303C SE 17 ST, FORT LAUDERDALE · Broward County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Per employee food not prepared or portioned today. 2) flip top-; bean sprouts (54F - Cold Holding), per operator food held less than 4 hours, employee placed beans sprouts inside walk in freezer for a quick chill.
Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. 1) flip top- Raw shell eggs on top of cooked chicken , employee moved raw shell eggs under cooked chicken.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm). Employee made new solution, sanitizer bucket at 100 ppm..
Food stored on floor. Two containers of soy sauce on floor inside walk in freezer. Manager placed on shelf.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Under prep table shelf along cook line.

COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT

400 GULFSTREAM WAY, DANIA · Broward County

Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In reach in cooler, tomato sauce not labeled with date marked.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. In dishwashing area, handwashing sink blocked with cutting board. Operator removed cutting board.
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in freezer gasket torn. Reach in cooler gasket torn.

ALTA VACA GRILL

7740 NOVA DR B 1, DAVIE · Broward County

Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef stored over whole muscle steaks in the walk in cooler. Operator stored properly.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken not in its commercial packaging stored over raw steak in the reach in freezer. Operator stored properly.
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator will only use triple sink until dishwasher is fixed.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink used to fill glass bottles of water. Operator removed glass bottles from handwashing sink.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed wiping cloths used to cover chopped lettuce in the walk in cooler. Operator removed wiping cloths.

CHEZ GUYTOTAKE OUT & DELIVERY RESTAURANT

6520 PEMBROKE RD, MIRAMAR · Broward County

Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed fried turkey, fried pork, all no date marks, all 25-36 hours since preparation.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in employee restroom.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of take out boxs stored directly on the storeroom floor.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed no sanitizer solution in use for wiping cloths.
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PAUL'S FRESH BAKERY

1800 SAWGRASS MILLS CIR #2500, SUNRISE · Broward County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Milk (50F - Cold Holding); Butter (52F - Cold Holding) . Per Manager food items stored in unit less than 4 hours . Items not prepared or portioned today. Manager moved to a different cooler.
No paper towels provided at handwash sink. In Dishwashing area. Replaced during inspection.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Water Temperature 78F. Hot water turned off at employee handwashing sink in dishwashing area due to leak.
No soap provided at handwash sink. In dishwashing area. Replaced during inspection.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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J MARKS RESTAURANT AND BAR

1490 NE 23 ST, POMPANO BEACH · Broward County

Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. 1). In flip top cooler # 3, Cooked Potatoes (61F - Heated Cooling); per operator, food prepared yesterday and held in cooler overnight. 2). In flip top # 3, Cooked Chicken Wings (49F - Heated Cooling), per operator, food prepared yesterday and held in cooler overnight. Food was discarded. See Stop Sale.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. 1). In flip top cooler # 3, Cooked Potatoes (61F - Heated Cooling); per operator, food prepared yesterday and held in cooler overnight. Food was discarded. See Stop Sale. 2). In flip top # 3, Cooked Chicken Wings (49F - Heated Cooling), per operator, food prepared yesterday and held in cooler overnight. Food was discarded. See Stop Sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top # 3, Blue Cheese Crumbles (48F - Cold Holding); per operator, food not prepped or portioned today. Food held in walk in cooler and moved to flip top cooler and held for approximately 3 hours. Ice was placed on food to quick chill.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap provided at handwashing sink in back prep room of kitchen.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of coolers on cook line soiled with food debris.
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DULCE TROPICAL RESTAURANT & CAFE

2301 NE 16 ST UNIT 102, POMPANO BEACH · Broward County

Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. In coolers in kitchen , several prepared foods stored past 7 days. Cooked onions prepared 8/4 in flip top lower cooler, (14 days). House made cream sauce in reach in cooler, dated 8/7, (15 days). Cooked beef in reach in cooler, dated 8/7 , (12 days). Foods were discarded. See Stop Sale.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. In coolers in kitchen , several prepared foods stored past 7 days. Cooked onions prepared 8/4 in flip top lower cooler, (14 days). House made cream sauce in reach in cooler, dated 8/7, (15 days). Cooked beef in reach in cooler, dated 8/7 , (12 days). Foods were discarded. See Stop Sale.
Food stored on floor. Gallons of oil stored on floor in dry storage room.

2979 W COMMERCIAL BLVD, FORT LAUDERDALE · Broward County

Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken wings (110F - Hot Holding) being held above fryer for approximately 30 minutes for service. operator reheated to 165F
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. cooked rice cooling for 45 minutes at 3:00 (89F-94F - Cooling) to 84F-88F at 3:40. Item cooling on speed rack in kitchen Operator moved to reach in freezer to quick chill
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee enter building , wash hands at 3 compartment sink then proceed to handle packaged food. Instructed employee to wash hands at hand was sink
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle of degreaser not labeled. Operator labeled
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach inside of not in use/not working ware washing machine. Operator removed, cleaned and sanitized
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1852 POLK ST, HOLLYWOOD · Broward County

Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer buckets in kitchen and front counter both less than 100ppm quaternary. Employee remade to proper 200ppm quaternary.

LA BELLE MONIQUE RESTAURANT AND BAKERY

937 STATE ROAD 7, PLANTATION · Broward County

Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee switching between cleaning and handling ready to eat foods without changing their gloves.
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touching their face and then taking bread from out of the oven without changing gloves or washing their hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chopped lettuce (62F - Cold Holding); plikliz (70F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (67F - Cold Holding) in the front counter flip top cooler. Observed large pot of cooked vegetables (92-95F - Cold Holding) in the kitchen. Operator placed items into cooler to quick chill.
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Operator removed strips.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked fish (103-110F - Hot Holding) at the front counter. Operator cooked back to 165F+ and placed on hot holding.
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MOLINA'S BAKERY

2708 N UNIVERSITY DR, SUNRISE · Broward County

Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. 1) Walk in cooler- Cooked Tripes (50F - Cooling). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. Observed water condensation on lid. See stop sale 2) Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Display case-; Flan (48F - Cold Holding); Cheese Cake (49F - Cold Holding); Rice Pudding (48F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit over 4 hours. Items not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Walk in cooler- Cooked Tripes (50F - Cooling). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. Observed water condensation on lid. See stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Display case-; Flan (48F - Cold Holding); Cheese Cake (49F - Cold Holding); Rice Pudding (48F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit over 4 hours. Items not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Employee cracked raw shell eggs and handle a clean plate to store cooked food for guest without removing gloves or washing hands. Reviewed proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
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.
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EL PORTAL RESTAURANTE

3438 W HILLSBORO BLVD, DEERFIELD BEACH · Broward County

Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One 88.2 ounce can of red peppers
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink in kitchen blocked by speed rack. Manager moved rack.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Using bowl instead of scoop for raw rice.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Insect device over dishwasher and three compartment sink in kitchen.

2022 NE 36 ST, LIGHTHOUSE POINT · Broward County

Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed soiled pitcher in basin of hand sink at front counter.

TACO BELL 028850

235 S SR 7, HOLLYWOOD · Broward County

Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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 Manager Jessamine Alexandre Expired 5-12-26.

SPRINGHILL SUITES

10880 MARKS WAY, MIRAMAR · Broward County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at Buffet line Turkey Patties ; (112F - Hot Holding)Egg; (127F - Hot Holding) Employee reheat to 180F
Time/temperature control for safety food not maintained frozen solid in a freezer. Observed in True Freezer Sausage patties; (unfrozen)Turkey patties; (unfrozen) Employee removed items to Chest Freezer

MEZZANINE KITCHEN

299 FEDERAL HWY, FORT LAUDERDALE · Broward County

Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the prepared food walk in cooler, raw salmon was stored over jellies. The salmon was moved to another rack.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. In the pastry area, the employees cellphone was stored over the prep table on the shelf. The cellphone was removed
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. In the walk in cooler, the fan guards are soiled.

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