2 HOTTYS CAFE
801 S DIXIE HWY W BAY 2 & 3, Pompano Beach FL 33060
Last inspected Jan 15, 2026 · 7 visits since February 2024
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired December 1, 2025. 247830171 Operator renewed license during inspection
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jan 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 15 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Pot of rice and beans covered by grocery bag.on stove. Educated cook on using non food grade bag for food. Cook removed bag from food.
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, Haitian Cole Slaw (48F - Cold Holding), per operator, foods not prepared or portioned today. Food prepared yesterday and held in unit overnight. Manager discarded. See Stop Sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler, Haitian Cole Slaw (48F - Cold Holding), per operator, foods not prepared or portioned today. Food prepared yesterday and held in unit overnight. Manager discarded. See Stop Sale.
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. Emailed poster to operator.
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels provided at handwashing sink in kitchen. Manager provided paper towels.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl stored in container of rice under prep table. Manager removed bowl.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Food containers stored upright on rack in kitchen. Manager inverted containers.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Clean utensils stored in soiled container of food debris and dust, on dish rack. Manager placed utensils and container in 3 compartment sink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers stored on rack in kitchen with water droplets. Manager placed containers to dry.
Food stored on floor. Case of water stored on floor in back storage room. Manager removed water from floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1). Handwashing sink in kitchen soiled with dust and food debris. 2). Table next to stove soiled with food debris. 3), Observed grease buildup on hood in kitchen.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of take out containers stored on floor in back storage room. Manager removed items from floor.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour stored in container under prep table not labeled. Manager labeled flour.
Sep 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. In reach in cooler, raw shell eggs stored over water bottles.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink in kitchen blocked my containers. Operator removed items
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels provided at hand washing sink. Operator supplied paper towels
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. In kitchen, walk behind stove and fryer soiled with grease and food debris
Jun 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired December 1, 2025. 247830171 Operator renewed license during inspection
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. At front counter, raid spray present. Discussed with operator to only use commercial pest control in establishment.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink in kitchen blocked by pot. Operator removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels provided at handwashing sink in kitchen
No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. In back room in kitchen, where Togo containers and dry goods are stored multiple personal items stored on floor and shelves.
Nov 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler, raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat food
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink in kitchen by three compartment sink. Operator supplied paper towels
Sep 24, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Jul 24, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In reach in freezer, raw chicken stored above ready to eat vegetables and French fries. Operator moved chicken to lower shelf
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink by three compartment sink blocked with juice dispenser. Operator removed
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. At front counter, wet wiping cloth stored on sink. Operator removed
Feb 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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