A4 WARMING KITCHEN
401 N FORT LAUDERDALE BEACH BLVD, Fort Lauderdale FL 33304
Last inspected Nov 25, 2025 · 3 visits since March 2024
3 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Holding unit in prep room - cooked ribs (116-122F - Hot Holding). Per operator item holding approximately 45 minutes. Operator removed to reheat.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026006785 | Nov 25, 2025 | Mar 11, 2026 | $200 |
Inspection history
3 visits, newest first
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1. Buffet - flip top - cheese (46F). Per operator item placed in unit approximately 45 minutes ago. Item not prepped or portioned today. Observed item in shallow pan. Operator placed in deep pan to quick chill. 2. Back prep room - cheese (46F). Per operator item placed in unit approximately 45 minutes ago. Item not prepped or portioned today. Observed water dripping from inside top of unit. Doors not closing tightly. Operator removed item to banquet kitchen to quick chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Holding unit in prep room - cooked ribs (116-122F - Hot Holding). Per operator item holding approximately 45 minutes. Operator removed to reheat.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Buffet line - pasta salad (45-46F); cut melon (45-46F). Per operator items placed in unit approximately 30 minutes ago. Items not prepped or portioned today. Operator placed on ice to quick chill.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Prep room employee washed hands in food prep sink. Reviewed proper hand washing and employee washed hands in hand sink.
Cold water Faucet/handle not working at plumbing fixture - hand sink - prep room.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand sink in prep room.
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