BOOBY TRAP
2840 HAMMONDVILLE RD, Pompano Beach FL 33069 · 954 973 6888
Last inspected Jul 14, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 21 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects found Observed 1 flying insect at dishwasher area back exit door
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,480
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025087764 | Oct 13, 2025 | Apr 8, 2026 | $200 |
| 2--2021002978 | Dec 7, 2020 | Mar 5, 2021 | $320 |
| 2--2018016624 | Feb 21, 2018 | Apr 18, 2018 | $800 |
| 2--2016027168 | May 31, 2016 | Aug 16, 2016 | $160 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 14, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Food with mold-like growth. Pita bread stored in walk in cooler with mold like growth. See stop sale.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw steak stored above ready to eat garlic spread, cooked gravy in reach in cooler. Operator reorganized
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken noodle soup (117F-125F - Hot Holding). Operator states item was reheated on stove and moved to steam table approximately 2 hours ago. Operator moved to stove and reheated to 165F
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar hand wash sink. Operator provided
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No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Operator unable to provide for employees lacking food handler certification. Provided to operator
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.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Establishment serves burgers, steaks undercooked per consumer request. Consumer advisory posted in kitchen and not visible to consumers. Instructed operator to post consumer advisory in conspicuous location for consumers
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at cook line flip top. Operator states service call is in
Oct 13, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. O ppm. Machine needed to be primed. Rechecked 50Ppm
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in beverage air single door cooler raw salmon over containers of brown gravy and sour cream. Operator stored correctly.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish (mahi) bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water valve turned off line disconnected from sink. Operator stated call has been placed to plumber.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense (cooked rice)food. Operator removed.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed carbon dioxide tank holding kitchen door open.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish mahi bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of raw chicken stored on walk-in freezer floor Observed box of salmon and plastic container of sauerkraut stored on walk-in cooler floor. Observed plastic containers of cooking oil stored on the floor underneath convection oven.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored in contact on top of the ice machine. Operator removed.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hot water line on hand washing sink hot water line disconnected
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed brown gravy stored in a container marked garlic spread in reach in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed black mold like substance at mop sink area. Observed wall soiled accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust located by hand washing sink and ice machine. Observed buildup of grease on wall behind cook line.
Jul 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Chlorine 0 Ppm intake tube not directly in sanitizer. Operated placed tube inside sanitizer solution. Rechecked 100Ppm
Live, small flying insects found Observed 1 flying insect at dishwasher area back exit door
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw strip steak and raw filet over sour cream and garlic spread in walk-in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garlic butter (66F - Cold Holding) per operator held at room temperature less than 1 hour prior to inspection. Not portion or prep today.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Email poster
Spray bottle containing toxic degreaser substance not labeled. Operator labeled
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic soufflé cup with no handle in parm cheese and in container of rice. Operator removed
Food stored on floor. Observed box of oranges stored on walk in cooler floor.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On cook line
Jan 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw steaks over iceberg lettuce in walk-in cooler. Operator stored correctly.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in reach in cooler raw shirt steak over RTE sauce. Chef stored correctly.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Dispenser jammed. Chef provided.
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.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates on cook line not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Food stored on floor. Observed raw shell eggs stored on walk-in floor. Observed box of chicken and steak on floor in walk-in freezer.
Aug 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine 0 Ppm chef primed machine rechecked 100 Ppm
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. On boxes of raw ribeye,strip and filet over container of blue cheese dressing in walk-in cooler.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine wiping solution 200+ Ppm. Chef made new solution rechecked 100 Ppm
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed empty sour cream container stored in hand washing sink. Chef removed
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee provided
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Employee on the job for two weeks. Emailed form to chef
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense Parmesan cheese
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In kitchen
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers of pickles on stored on walk-in floor.
Mar 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed power washer blocking handwashing sink. Operator removed.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup used as scoop in salsa in flip top at cook-line area. Operator removed.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door in kitchen. Operator removed.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single serve containers not inverted in kitchen area. Operator turned containers over.
Dec 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed soup pot in hand washing sink in kitchen. Operator removed.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO/helium tank used to prop back door. Operator secured tank.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wash cloth next to sanitizer bucket. Operator put wipe cloth in sanitizing solution.
Aug 23, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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.