CANDELA
2909 NE 6 AVE, Wilton Manors FL 33334 · 954.563.8088
Last inspected Jan 31, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
JAN 24
AUG 24
APR 25
OCT 25
JAN 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License renewed at time of inspection
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026021202 | Jan 30, 2026 | Apr 20, 2026 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jan 31, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 30, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Operator touched face while engaged in cutting onions. Advised operator of proper handwashing procedures. Operator washed hands.
Employee washed hands with no soap. Operator washed hands at triple sink without soap. Advised operator of proper handwashing procedures. Operator washed hands with soap.
Fish and octopus not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 12/1/25. Operator renewed license.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fish and octopus not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw shrimp (46F - Cold Holding); tomato sauce (48F - Cold Holding); calamari (46F - Cold Holding); cooked mussels (47F - Cold Holding); cooked clams (47F - Cold Holding); raw fish (50F - Cold Holding) Per operator items not prepared or portioned today. Per operator items moved to flip top cooler from glass door cooler and held out of temperature for 1.5 hours. Operator put bags of ice on items.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Operator washed hands at triple sink. Advised operator of proper handwashing procedures. Operator washed hands at handwashing sink.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Behind front counter hand washing sink blocked by flag and electronics wires that are stored above the sink. Advised operator to remove blockage, operator did.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Emailed HACCP Template to operator.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Operator provided soap.
Food stored on floor. Hotel pans of potatoes stored on the floor. Advised operator of proper storage.
Oct 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate1 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. Operator set up 3Compartment sink to wash,
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef stored over Calamari. Beverage Air Cooler Operator placed Calamari on the shelf above raw beef
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked artichoke 47F Cooked clams 47F. Operator moved items to reach in freezer
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.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Apr 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Handwashing sink next to 3Compartment sin. Operator replaced soap
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Men rest room
Accumulation of green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Aug 13, 2024Inspection 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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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by garbage can. Handwash sink next to meat slicer. Operator removed garbage can
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwash sink next to 3 Compartment sink Operator replaced sign
Jan 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License renewed at time of inspection
Jan 10, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 22, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine Test Kit
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle contains a mixture of bleach and water. owner labeled spray bottle
Water with a temperature of at least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Handwash sink next to 3 Compartment sink Owner fixed hot water
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