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.
1719 E HALLANDALE BEACH BLVD, H · Broward County
- Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener with buildup of debris. Operator cleaned and sanitized.
- No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Employee forgot to change time stamp with new batch of rice,
- Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed employees pulling frozen fish to cooler to thaw without removing from reduced oxygen package. Operator removed.
- Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
- Mold like build up at soda gun and holster.
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2219 N COMMERCE PKWAY, WESTON · Broward County
- Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed 1 chocolate cakes, 1 flan cake, 1 cheese cake, 4 individual suspiro. 2 pieces of chocolate cake no invoices were provided.
- Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee washing hand together for 10 seconds.
- Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed employee turn on and off cold water faucet only to wash hands
- Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 200+ Ppm chlorine employee diluted rechecked 100 Ppm
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in flip top cooler fresh garlic and oil (47F - Cold Holding)in a container stored in another container. Per employee held out of temperature approximately 1 hour not portion or prepared today. Employee placed in lower part of the unit. Observed in flip top cream cheese (47F - Cold Holding) Per operator held out of temperature approximately 1 hour not portion or prepared today. Operator placed in lower portion of cooler.
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1619 E SUNRISE BLVD, FORT LAUDERDALE · Broward County
- Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In the walk in cooler, consume (56F - Cooling). The item was prepared last night at approximately 9:30pm. The item was cooling in the walk in cooler overnight. The item was not prepped or portioned today. The item was discarded. See stop sale.
- Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
- 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. In the walk in cooler, consume (56F - Cooling). The item was prepared last night at approximately 9:30pm. The item was cooling in the walk in cooler overnight. The item was not prepped or portioned today. The item was discarded. See stop sale.
2775 BURRIS RD 2A, DAVIE · Broward County
- Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in kitchen.
- Interior of reach in cooler in kitchen gaskets in disrepair.
5610 W SAMPLE ROAD, MARGATE · Broward County
- Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch.
- Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle either liquid with no label. Manager put label
3341 NE 32 ST, FORT LAUDERDALE · Broward County
- No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
4230 N ST RD 7, CORAL SPRINGS · Broward County
- Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. Pipe under three compartment sink goes into drain, needs to have a one inch air gap from the rim of the drain
- Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Cookies and brownies not labeled correctly
12328 MIRAMAR PKWY, MIRAMAR · Broward County
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Macaroni and cheese in reach in cooler at 46F Employee removed to reach in freezer for quick chill
- Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed raw conch in same container as ready to eat hotdogs in reach in cooler. Employee removed and discarded hot dogs
- Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser at hand wash sink unable to dispense paper towel.
- Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bucket with no handle used to dispense rice
- Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in ice Employee removed ice scoop.
6268 W SAMPLE RD STE 408, CORAL SPRINGS · Broward County
- Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. No one air gap at drain of the three compartment sink
- Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw Chicken over raw beef in reach in cooler on cook line Manager moved chicken
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink by cook line
- No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at handwashing sink by cook line
- 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.
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16644 SADDLE CLUB RD, WESTON · Broward County
- Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored on top of boxes of raw ribs in 2 door true freezer. Operator stored correctly.
- Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in front counter hot holding unit beef empanadas (128F - Hot Holding); cazon empanada (128F - Hot Holding). Per employee held out of temperature approximately 15 minute. Employee increased temperature of unit.
- Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee handling raw chicken changes gloves then fry empanadas without washing hands. Employee explained to employee proper hand washing technique. Employee washed hands
- Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed chair and fan in front of handwashing sink in kitchen
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen
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4320 N SR 7, CORAL SPRINGS · Broward County
- Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One dented can of mushrooms 102 oz Employee removed can from shelf.
- Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Three compartment sink at chlorine ppm 0. Employee added bleach to water chlorine ppm 100
- Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Mop sink Bibb has a y splitter attached with no hose Bibb vacuum breaker. vacuum breaker for a hose bib (or outdoor faucet) is a crucial backflow prevention device that stops contaminated water from being siphoned back into your business clean water supply
- Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Sealed log of cheese in same container as raw beef. Employee removed cheese and washed outside of packaging
- Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Garbage can blocking handwashing sink by cook line. Cook moved garbage can
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6902 CYPRESS RD, PLANTATION · Broward County
- Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed scoop handle from ice.
8281 WEST SUNRISE BLVD, PLANTATION · Broward County
- Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Container of raw ground beef stored on top of raw lamb. Inverted during inspection.
- Hot water takes too long to reach handwash sink resulting in employees using only cold water to wash their hands. Hot Water turned off at only handwashing sink in kitchen. Turned on during inspection but turned off due to pipe leaking hot water. Instructed manager to fixed as soon as possible.
- Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water turned off. Cook turned on during inspection but turned back off due to leaking pipe.
- Water leaking from pipe in employees handwashing sink in kitchen.
- Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
3620 N ANDREWS AVE, OAKLAND PARK · Broward County
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked pork (56F - Cold Holding); cheese (52F-54F - Cold Holding); Mexican cheese (51F - Cold Holding);; cooked vegetables mix (51F - Cold Holding);; cooked tamales (60F - Cold Holding); cooked kielbasa (54F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (51F). Per operator items have been in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Stop Sale
- Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked chicken (112F-129F - Hot Holding). Operator states chicken was prepared at 7 am and moved to display holding cabinet. Unknown time out of temperature. See Stop Sale
- Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Raw beef stored in direct contact with plastic handle thank you bags in reach in freezer. Operator began removing to food grade containers
- Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked chicken (112F-129F - Hot Holding). Operator states chicken was prepared at 7 am and moved to display holding cabinet. Unknown time out of temperature. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked pork (56F - Cold Holding); cheese (52F-54F - Cold Holding); Mexican cheese (51F - Cold Holding);; cooked vegetables mix (51F - Cold Holding);; cooked tamales (60F - Cold Holding); cooked kielbasa (54F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (51F). Per operator items have been in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today.
- Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. cut lettuce prepared at 6am at 3:10 (48F - Cooling); cut tomatoes prepared at 6 am at 3:10 (52F - Cooling). Per operator items were prepared today at 6 am and have been cooling in cook line flip top cooler. See Stop Sale
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12130 MIRAMAR PKWY, MIRAMAR · Broward County
- Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee touched garbage can then continued preparing food without washing hands and changing gloves. Employee washed hands and put new gloves on.
- 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/
- Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
2604 SAWGRASS MILLS CIR UNIT 1125, SUNRISE · Broward County
- No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
- Cases of water stored on floor in front of prep table in preparation area.
801 SEABREEZE BLVD, FORT LAUDERDALE · Broward County
- Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Coffee filters at front counter, employee inverted.
- Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop inside yellow bucket, employee removed,
3074 NE 33 AVE, FORT LAUDERDALE · Broward County
- No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
- No 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.
- Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge - Rita Huwer.
- 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. 1 employee without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator.A
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12801 W SUNRISE BLVD UNIT 101, SUNRISE · Broward County
- Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched face adjust glasses proceeded to engage in food preparation without removing gloves or washing hands. Reviewed proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
- Spray bottle containing substance not labeled. Per Manager unlabeled spray bottle contains water. Manager labeled during inspection.
- No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Sign provided to operator.
- Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.Employee wearing dangling bracelet and oversized watch while preparing food for guests. Removed during inspection.
837 N NOB HILL RD, PLANTATION · Broward County
- Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottles by the handwashing sink. As per operator, chemical is degreaser. Operator labeled properly.
- Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Observed raw ribs in the triple sink thawing at room temperature. Operator turned on cold running water.
- Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Operator removed old labels.
- Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
- In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed wiping cloths.
901-903 N BROADWALK, HOLLYWOOD · Broward County
- Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. No chlorine test for dishwasher.
- Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In kitchen, floor tiles cracked.
2500 W BROWARD BLVD, FORT LAUDERDALE · 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. 1. Employee using cellphone while engaging in food preparation.
- Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
- Old date marking label stuck to food containers after cleaning, observed on drying rack above triple sink. Operator removed.
907-909 N BROADWALK, HOLLYWOOD · Broward County
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler in kitchen, raw shrimp stored over cooked potatoes. Employee moved potatoes to higher shelf.
- Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. In kitchen at flip top cooler, three small squeeze bottles stored in raw fish container. Employee removed bottled and brought them to dishwasher area to clean.
- Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. In kitchen, reach in freezer and cooler doors have accumulated food build up on doors and handles.
- In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line, standing water 91°F with in use utensils. Operator turned on flame for water to reach 135°F or higher.
3230 W COMMERCIAL BLVD STE 170, FORT LAUDERDALE · Broward County
- 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.
3960 W HILLSBORO BLVD, DEERFIELD BEACH · Broward County
- Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Self closing unit missing on employee restroom door.
- In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spoons in standing water. Manager removed and put in hot water 135°f and above.