BUDDIE'S BAKERY
2611 NORTH HIATUS ROAD, Cooper City FL 33026 · 954-980-1233
Last inspected Jun 19, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best 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. Poster emailed
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jun 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed scoop
Oct 30, 2025Administrative 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
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish not vertical separated from cheese in flip top cooler. Operator relocate fish.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Operator correct issue with dispenser.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellular phone stored on food preparation table in kitchen.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed various pastries at front counter doesn't include minimal labels.
Jul 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw shell eggs stored over cheese in flip top cooler. Operator transfer eggs to bottom shelf.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Operator fixed paper in dispenser.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed various pastries at front line need minimal labeling.
Dec 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. -Observed employee drinking water stored in refrigerator next to restaurant foods not segregated or identified.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. -Observed various pastries on front counter need labeling.
Sep 24, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Food stored on floor. -Observed cases with drinking water stored on floor at front line. -Observed container with flour stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed and stored properly.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed flour removed from the original container not labeled.
Jul 24, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at front line.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. -Observed operating washing and rinsing food containers with sanitizing. Advise operating to set up 3 compartment sink properly before used.
Food stored on floor. -Observed cases with drinking water stored on floor at front line. -Observed container with flour stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed and stored properly.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. -Observed takeout containers not stored in a protected manner in prep area. Not inverted. Operator invert containers.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed flour removed from the original container not labeled.
Feb 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. -Observed raw fish stored over bag with lemons in refrigerator. Operator removed raw fish and stored properly.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw fish stored over cooked bacon and pork in reach in cooler. Operator relocate fish
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed slice turkey cold held at 44F in flip top cooler. Per operator, item transfer to unit 1 hour prior to the inspection. Operator placed ice pack on item for quick chill.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. -Observed clean baking containers stored underneath handwash sink. Operator removed and stored properly.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed employee drinking from an open cup in food prep area while engaging in food preparation.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed several employees engaging in food preparation with no hair restraint.
Oct 23, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. Poster emailed
Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. Unable to calibrate thermometer
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Next to triple sink-baking cart in front, of sink, grill cover inside sink, employee removed
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary sanitizer testing strips
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Establishment offers smoked salmon. Poster emailed.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Front counter, ice scoop handle in ice, employee removed
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.