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ALCHEMIST SHACK

2430 NE 13 AVE, Wilton Manors FL 33305 · 9546734614

Last inspected Mar 19, 2026 · 6 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats34
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1623447
Grade history
JUL 23
DEC 23
FEB 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.

Worst finding on record
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. Provided written procedures for operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2026034806Mar 12, 2026Jun 17, 2026$200

Inspection history

6 visits, newest first

Mar 19, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 12, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 6 high priority.

6 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. Observed drain lines for the three compartment sink sitting in the water so no air gap is available. Operator cut the drain lines shorter.
High priority/29-44-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat salads without washing hands or changing their gloves.
High priority/12A-27-4/Warning
Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed all water in the establishment is only between 79-81F.
High priority/12A-19-4/Warning
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels used to line the spinach in the flip top cooler in the kitchen. Operator removed non food grade paper.
High priority/14-86-1/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over tater tots in the reach in cooler in the kitchen. Operator stored properly.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pico de gallo (54F - Cold Holding) in the flip top cooler in the kitchen. As per operator, item was placed into the cooler approximately 1 hour ago. Operator placed inside the cooler to quick chill.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed water at 81F.
Intermediate/27-06-4/Warning
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. Observed 2 employees food handlers certifications expired.
Intermediate/53B-14-5/Warning
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water in the handwashing sink at 79F.
Intermediate/27-16-4/Warning
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Warning
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in direct contact with brown sugar in the prep area. Operator removed scoop.
Basic/10-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink.
Basic/29-20-5/Warning
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm). Operator corrected to 200ppm.
Basic/21-08-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Oct 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above cheese. Operator relocated to bottom shelf.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Feb 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non-food grade bags being used in the freezer to hold baked goods.
High priority/14-31-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Operator labeled as Purcell.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Jul 20, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw smoked salmon stored over cheese in cookline middle flip top. Operator stored all items properly.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
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. Provided written procedures for operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface not cleaned and sanitized between working with unwashed produce and ready-to-eat food. Front counter - oranges in cardboard cases. Per operator, oranges were washed and placed back in original container. Reviewed proper washing/storage. Operator removed item to wash and store properly.
Basic/08B-29-4/Corrective Action Taken
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Operator stored properly.
Basic/21-38-4/Corrected On-Site

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