CAFE 27 BAR & GRILL
4690 US HWY 27, Weston FL 33332 · 9546591199
Last inspected Feb 19, 2026 · 7 visits since March 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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. A poster has been given to the operator.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2016018590 | Apr 13, 2016 | May 10, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Feb 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary test strips for sanitizer buckets.
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. Two employees were expired.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed stainless steel bowl without handle in flour container.
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open water bottle on steam table. Employee removed
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee vapor on shelf stored with bread products.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 1 set of tongs hanging on oven door handle
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Lower portion of flip top cooler. Employee removed
Working containers of food flour removed from original container not identified by common name.
Sep 23, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Operator unable to provide documentation for source of fish. See stop sale. Operator unable to provide documentation of source for Gator bites.
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Operator unable to provide documentation for source of fish. See stop sale. Operator unable to provide documentation of source for Gator bites.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at bar - handwashing sink used for storage, evident by multiple frisbees in sink. Employee removed and stored correctly.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed one employee engaged in food manipulation without proof of training.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed at bar - spray bottle containing all purpose cleaner. Employee labeled spray bottle.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed through kitchen - accumulation of debris under prepping tables, equipment and storing racks.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed next to fryer - box of oil store directly on the floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at chest freezer.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at bar. Employee stored correctly.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed at bar - box of napkins stored directly on the floor. Employee stored correctly.
Stored food not covered. Observed at chest freezer - mozzarella sticks not covered.
Apr 28, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed in kitchen -panini grill
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink next to triple sink in kitchen.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at all coolers handles in kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed in kitchen
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floors not smooth in kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on table in kitchen - utensil in water (74F)
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed in kitchen.
Feb 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate7 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 touched earbud with gloved hand then proceeded to plate RTE.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed in kitchen -panini grill
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ceviche not identified as raw.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink next to triple sink in kitchen.
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. Observed one employee engaged in food manipulation without any proof of training.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed microwave in kitchen.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at all coolers handles in kitchen.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaged in food manipulation while wearing wrist watch. Employee removed item
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed in kitchen
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floors not smooth in kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at chest freezer in kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on table in kitchen - utensil in water (74°F)
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed in kitchen.
Sep 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed cooked steak cold held in flip top cooler at 44F. Per operator, steak transfer from main refrigerator to flip top cooler 1.5 hours prior to the inspection. Operator placed ice pack on beef for quick chill.
Food stored on floor. -Observed cases with drinking water stored on walk in cooler floor.
May 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 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. A poster has been given to the operator.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marked on cooked chicken wings stored in refrigerator. Per operator, chicken cooked on 05/18/2024. Operator correctly date marked.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed interior of chest freezer with exposed insulation.
Stored food not covered. Observed an uncovered container with cooked rice stored in reach in cooler. Operator covered.
Mar 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed precooked pork cold held at 44F in flip top cooler. Per operator, item transfer to unit 1.5 hours prior to the inspection. Operator placed ice pack on pork for quick chill.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license dated expired 12/1/2022.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beer thawing at room temperature.
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.