AMIGOS LOUNGE & CAFE
238 N ST RD 7, Margate FL 33063 · 315-664-6514
Last inspected Aug 22, 2025 · 7 visits since August 2023
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cheese (46F - Cold Holding). Per operator cheese cold holding in unit overnight. See stop sale
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025069678 | Aug 22, 2025 | Nov 18, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
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. cheese (46F - Cold Holding). Per operator cheese cold holding in unit overnight. See stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cheese (46F - Cold Holding). Per operator cheese cold holding in unit overnight. See stop sale
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker at outside mop sink
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed establishment bathroom doors do not fully enclose
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No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient thermometer for reach in
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stuck to containers. Operator removed old label
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Outside mop sink has no backflow preventer
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
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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.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bucket stored in hand hashing sink in kitchen. Operator removed
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Jack Herrera
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided paper towels
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.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Cooked empanadas, cooked dough stored in direct contact with plastic handle thank you bags, operator replaced with food grade containers
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
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No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Observed splash guard needed between handwash sink and 3 compartment sink.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
No hot running water at mop sink. -Observed no hot running water at mop sink used by establishment.
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.