BISTRO CREOLE
6130 W OAKLAND PARK BLVD, Sunrise FL 33313 · 954.578.5700
Last inspected Mar 31, 2026 · 13 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches next to single service items shelf in storage area behind kitchen Approximately 12 live roaches next to chest freezer in passage next to kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $2,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025016019 | Mar 5, 2025 | Aug 7, 2025 | $800 |
| 2--2021015898 | Mar 30, 2021 | Jul 14, 2021 | $400 |
| 2--2021004676 | Jan 28, 2021 | May 26, 2021 | $400 |
| 2--2014047481 | Oct 20, 2014 | Jan 9, 2015 | $600 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Mar 31, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed peppers in glass cooler stored in non food grade bags
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. No time mark for time controlled pikliz and plantains. Per,operator food under time controlled less than four hours. Operator time marked food
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Two door stainless cooler in kitchen at 2:30pm portioned raw fish 60F ambient cooling for 2 hours to 60F at 3:00pm. At this rate proper ambient cooling to 41F in four hours will not occur. Operator stored food in freezer next door to quick chill
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Operator does not have probe thermometer
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors behind steam table soiled with food debris. Operator cleaned
Food stored on floor. Observed box of bananas on floor. Employee elevated
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall observed at waiting area
Stored food not covered. Observed raw pork stored in hallway not covered. Operator covered
Mar 9, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing. In dry storage area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door of establishment has a gap to the surface.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing in employee restroom.
Feb 28, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Three compartment sink no hot water. Water reading 80F.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand wash sink no hot water. Water reading 80F. In employee restroom. Water reading 80F.
Ceiling tile missing. In dry storage area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door of establishment has a gap to the surface.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing in employee restroom.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe under hand wash sink next to triple sink leaking.
Feb 27, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority7 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in reach in cooler opposite steam table, raw fish stored over cooked chicken. Operator reorganized storing raw fish to the lower shelf.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bowl in hand washing sink in kitchen. Operator removed during the inspection.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Three compartment sink no hot water. Water reading 80F.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink next to triple sink. Operator provided during the inspection.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink next to triple sink. Operator provided during the inspection.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand wash sink no hot water. Water reading 80F. In employee restroom. Water reading 80F.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Microwave handle soiled with food debris. Operator cleaned during the inspection.
Ceiling tile missing. In dry storage area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door of establishment has a gap to the surface.
Food stored on floor. Observed in kitchen bucket of plantain, flour stored on floor. Operator elevated during the inspection.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing in employee restroom.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe under hand wash sink next to triple sink leaking.
Oct 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At kitchen double door reach in cooler, raw fish (49F - Cold Holding), not prepared or portioned. Operator stated items held out of temperature approximately 1 hour. Advised operator of proper cold holding parameters. Operator moved product to chest freezer to quick chill.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink used for other purposes as evident by pan sitting in sink. Operator removed.
Juice packaged in the establishment that has not been specifically processed to prevent, reduce, or eliminate the presence of pathogens not bearing a warning label.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at designated hand wash sink. Operator provided paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at designated hand sink in kitchen. Operator provided soap
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. At kitchen cook line, cup used for sugar. Operator removed.
Ceiling tile missing. At rear of kitchen, ceiling tiles missing.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. At kitchen and rear of kitchen, ceiling tiles soiled.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored on floor. At kitchen cook line, bucket of plantains stored on floor.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. At dry storage, interior of reach in chest freezer soiled with food debris.
Stored food not covered. At kitchen prep area, bin of dry beans stored uncovered.
Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. At rear of kitchen, exposed wiring and pipes in ceiling.
May 8, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage ceiling tiles in kitchen
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In kitchen
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelf on above stove soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
May 7, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked turkey (85F - Cooling); cooked chicken (55F - Cooling); cooked porked (55-59F - Cooling) in cover plastic containers per operator prepared last night and held in cooler overnight. See stop sale
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed can of tomato paste dented.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed banana and green onions in contact with t shirt bags. Employee removed and placed in food grade bags.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked turkey (85F - Cooling); cooked chicken (55F - Cooling); cooked porked (55-59F - Cooling) in cover plastic containers per operator prepared last night and held in cooler overnight.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee bathroom
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Employee bathroom
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage ceiling tiles in kitchen
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. Observed dented can of tomato paste on storeroom shelf
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 4 dead roaches behind freezer chest in hallway. Observed 7 dead roaches in storage room Observed 3 dead roaches on the floor in hallway
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In kitchen
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of dried red beans,containers of cooking oil and plastic gallons of vinegar stored on the floor in the hallway.
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 touch with dried beans
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Padela unit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelf on above stove soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed at hand washing sink in kitchen water leaking from pipe on the floor in kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food not maintained frozen solid in a freezer. Observed raw turkey and raw chicken not maintained frozen solid in a reach in freezer chest.
Mar 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 5, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 9 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee sweeping kitchen then proceeded to cut vegetables without washing hands. PIC informed about the importance of washing hands after touching dirty surfaces.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches next to single service items shelf in storage area behind kitchen Approximately 12 live roaches next to chest freezer in passage next to kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed below prepared table next to bakery entrance door, cooked pork (73F - Cold Holding); cooked turkey (71F - Cold Holding). Per operator, items have been out of temperature for approximately 1 hour. Items placed in reach in cooler to rapid cool.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at preparation table in kitchen,turkey (114F - Hot Holding); fried plantains (114F - Hot Holding). Per operator, items have been out of temperature for approximately 30mins. PIC advised to hold items on time as a public health control for safety.
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Observed no test strip used to test chlorine sanitizer.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead roaches next to single service items shelf in dry storage area.
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 not stored above peas stored under preparation table. Employee removed and stored appropriately.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed an accumulation of food debris on interior roof of microwave.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on preparation table next to bakery entry door.
Jul 15, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Pikliz (78F - Cold Holding) on counter at room temperature held out or temperature for 1 hour. Operator placed in cooler for quick chil
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Plastic water bottles and colander stored in hand washing sink. Employee removed.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ arrive during inspection Abner Alexis
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee restroom
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Employee restroom
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic soufflé cups in container of Pikliz
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage tiles in kitchen
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Expired December 1 2022
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee hand bag on storage rack. Employee removed.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Cracked tiles in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Frying oil stored on floor in hallway
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In pedela reach in
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Employee restroom.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Tilapia defrosted in standing water at three compartment sink.
Dec 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pasta salad (87F - Cold Holding) sitting out at room temperature on table next to microwave. Per operator held less than four hours. Operator placed in cooler for rapid cooling.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed black rice (112-123F) sitting on top of another pan of white rice in steam table. Per operator less than one hour. Operator removed and reheated Observed chicken (108F - Hot Holding) sitting in stainless steel bowl on counter next to steam table. Per operator less than one hour. Operator placed on stove to reheat to 165.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Operator arrived during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen and restroom. Operator provided
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile in kitchen water damage.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed purse store on shelf with single serve items in storage area.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of frying oil and plastic bottles of vinegar stored on floor.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in rest room. Emailed operator.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed water standing very slow draining water in handwash sink in kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish defrosting in a bucket of water at room temperature at the three compartment sink
Oct 23, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 23, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 9 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee drinking from a water bottle then engaged in peeling plantains without washing hands.
Establishment operating with no potable running water. Observed no potable running water at the hand washing sink located in kitchen. Observed no potable running water at the three compartment sink. Observed no potable running water at the employee restroom room.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed in reach in freezer chest black bags raw goat in contact with black bags.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager arrived during time of inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator provided
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing bracelet while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Fish fillets stored on the in kitchen Observed box of plantains on floor in kitchen.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed drain pipe At triple sink water leaking in bus pan. Observed cold water valve does not shut off and just spins around.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish fillets defrosting in pan of water at room temperature.
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