BURTONS GRILL & BAR
1003 S UNIVERSITY DR, Plantation FL 33324
Last inspected Jun 12, 2026 · 8 visits since May 2024
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked chicken wings cold held at 55F in hoshizaki refrigerator. Per operator, chicken wings cooked and placed in unit 2 days ago.
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1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025069022 | Aug 19, 2025 | Nov 3, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jun 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in water at 89F. Operator removed untensils from water.
Dec 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed operator properly using Time as a Public Health Control without the written plan. Emailed operator written plan.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning in the dishwashing area. Operator removed stickers.
Aug 19, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed flip top #2; sliced tomatoes (42-55F - Cold Holding) sliced tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding) stored in plastic container. Observed crab cakes (43-47F - Cold Holding) Per operator not portion or prepared today. Held in flip top over night.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed flip top #2; sliced tomatoes (42-55F - Cold Holding) sliced tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding) stored in plastic container. Observed crab cakes (43-47F - Cold Holding) Per operator not portion or prepared today. Held in flip top over night. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed mashed potato (126-128F - Hot Holding) per operator held out of temperature less then 1 hour. Operator reheated on stove
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food.previous inspector emailed form operator did not fill out. Operator printed and filled out form.
Spray bottle containing toxic sanitizer substance not labeled.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle in contact with mashed potatoes. Operator removed
In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. Located at bar. Operator turned on
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Can open sleeve/holder soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Operator placed in sanitizer bucket
May 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked chicken wings cold held at 55F in hoshizaki refrigerator. Per operator, chicken wings cooked and placed in unit 2 days ago.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed cooked chicken wings cold held at 55F in hoshizaki refrigerator. Per operator, chicken wings cooked and placed in unit 2 days ago. See stop sale. -Observed haddock fish cold held in refrigerator drawer at 51F. Per operator chicken cut from yesterday. No receipt added to fish today. See stop sale.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. -Observed additional vacuum breaker needed st mop sink where splitter added.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on can opener blade.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Document has been given to the operator
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -Observed accumulation of brown like substance buildup on can opener holster.
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 with handle stored in flour container.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. -Observed unwashed cantaloupe stored over tomato sauce in walk in cooler. Operator removed and stored properly.
Utensils in poor condition. -Observed a spatula with deep chipped. Operator discarded at will
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on wall at dishwashing area.
Mar 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed splitter with hose attached on mop station with no vacuum breaker.
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. On top and sides of interior of ice machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.In container of lemon aioli on cook line. Operator removed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on cook line. Operator removed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of potatoes of tomato filets and artichokes on the floor in storage area. Employee elevated.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in beets container the handle in contact with beets. Operator removed
In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. Observed at the bar. Operator turned on water.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop wet nesting in mop bucket.
Oct 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 3, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. -Observed employee in dishwashing area touch dirty dishes and then handle clean plates without washing hands. After brief education, employee then wash his hands.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Observed spray bottles stored next to wines in bar area. Operator removed spray bottles and stored properly.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on can opener blade.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Observed hand wash sink in prep station used to stored food containers. Operator removed. -Observed hand wash sink used as dump sink, evidence by large waste food particles found inside. Operator cleaned sink.
Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired.
Dead shellfish and/or shellfish with broken shells. See stop sale. -Observed 5 cracks eggs stored in carton at walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Observed accumulation of brown like substance buildup on can opener holster.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Operator removed old labels from container.
Stored food not covered. -Observed an open container with flour in prep station. Operator covered.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed quinoa removed from the original container not labeled. Operator labeled container
May 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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