4AM LOUNGE BAR AND GRILL
3974 NW 19 ST, Lauderhill FL 33311 · (954) 469-5935
Last inspected Jun 12, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2024
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≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026039572 | Apr 1, 2026 | Jun 25, 2026 | $320 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jun 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. Observed hose in triple sink with less than a 1 inch air gap. Operator cut line to make a 1 inch air gap.
Ceiling tile missing above triple sink.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Operator removed drink from reach in freezer.
Apr 1, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -Observed raw ground meat stored over butter in freezer. Operator removed butter to top shelf.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw lobster stored over cooked chicken wings in refrigerator. Operator relocate cooked chicken wings.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a food container stored inside handwashing sink in kitchen.
Label on container of raw pre-shucked oysters is missing required information. Observed no label on container with raw pre-shucked oysters. Operator placed missing label in container.
Oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operator print a copy and post.
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 cooked potatoes stored in reach in cooler more than 24 hours.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with cleaning solution in kitchen.
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.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Food stored on floor. -Observed container with cooking oil stored on dry storage floor. Operator removed and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of black mold like substances buildup at mop sink.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases with takeout containers stored on floor in storage area.
Stored food not covered. -Observed an uncovered container with cooked potatoes stored in refrigerator.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed bag with unwashed oranges stored over dressings in Atosa refrigerator. Operator removed oranges to bottom shelf.
Dec 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground beef over bread in reach in cooler. Operator relocated bread to top shelf.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed fryer out stored directly on the floor.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at the bar.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of take out box's stored directly on the floor.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease. Observed back wall of cook line.
Jul 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda guns with build up of mold like substance.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed to owner.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Observed: 1. Cracked/broken plastic ice scoop. Operator disposed of. 2. Potato masher no longer usable. Chrome finish exposing copper wire.
Food stored on floor. Observed: 1. Plastic jugs of shortening on floor in kitchen. 2. Take out sauces on floor at bar.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Hood missing both drip trays.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sign missing at bar hand washing sink.
Dec 5, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Operator could not provide thermometer during inspection.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Nov 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat cheese. Operator relocated to bottom shelf.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Unable to provide proof during inspection.
No Qauternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Operator could not provide thermometer during inspection.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Aug 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in both kitchen and bar areas and restrooms.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.