CAFE VICO INC
1125 N FEDERAL HWY, Fort Lauderdale FL 33304 · 954.565.9681
Last inspected Mar 11, 2026 · 6 visits since March 2024
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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. Provided handout to operator.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Mar 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwash sink next to dishwashing area. Operator replaced paper towels
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling above cookline.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar
Dec 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 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. Dish employee touched dirty dishes then picked up clean dishes without washing hands. Reviewed proper hand washing and employee washed hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Cookline - left to right - #3 - Raw fish stored over ready to eat capers. Sub zero - raw bacon stored over ready to eat cheese. Operator stored all items properly.
Clams tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied. Operator tagged supply.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Bar hand sink water 80F.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Bar. Operator stored properly.
Mar 20, 2025Inspection 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. At salad station flip top cooler, fresh mozzarella (45F - Cold Holding); shredded mozzarella (46F - Cold Holding). Operator stated held less than two hours. Employee put items on ice to chill.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. At bar area, ice machine has accumulated of mold like substance. Operator cleaned
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. At bar, ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed scoop
Oct 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinse spoon in hand washing sink on cook line. Observed spoon in hand washing sink. Employee removed.
Spray bottle containing toxic degreaser substance not labeled. Operator labeled
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense semolina and breadcrumbs. Operator removed
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 contact with flour. Operator removed
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on prep table on cook line. Operator placed on lower shelf.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Working containers of salt removed from original container not identified by common name. Operator labeled
May 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food stored in ice used for drinks. Bottle of wine and can soda in bar drink ice. Operator cleaned bin and replaced ice. See stop sale.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Cookline reach in - raw fish stored over ready to eat tomatoes. Operator stored all items properly.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Food stored in ice used for drinks. Bottle of wine and can soda in bar drink ice. Operator cleaned bin and replaced ice. See stop sale.
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. Provided handout to operator.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Bar soda guns. Operator cleaned during inspection.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Beef carpaccio. Operator updated menus during inspection.
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. 3 employees without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator.
Mar 29, 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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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine at server station accumulation of black/green mold like substance
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Sanitizer buckets stored on cook line. Operator moved to bottom shelf.
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