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CAREFUL CATERING

2083 N POWERLINE RD, Pampano Beach FL 33069 · (954) 816-1353

Last inspected Jan 22, 2026 · 5 visits since October 2023

Licence typeCaterer
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceCAT1621452
Grade history
OCT 23
SEP 24
SEP 25
JAN 26
— STEADY

4 inspections within 23 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Buffet area reach in - sour cream (57F); cheese (51F). Per operator items in unit approximately 3 hours. No items prepped or portioned today. Operator moved to Elios walk in to quick chill.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

1 case · $200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2025079675Sep 22, 2025Dec 1, 2025$200

Inspection history

5 visits, newest first

Jan 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

Recorded at 505 N FT LAUDERDALE BEACH BLVD, Fort Lauderdale — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 22, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

Recorded at 505 N FT LAUDERDALE BEACH BLVD, Fort Lauderdale — this licence has since moved.

1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Buffet line - ice bath - potato salad (61-62F); cheese (43-46F). Per operator items held in unit approximately an hour. Observed ice/water solution too low. Operator added ice to quick chill.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ PIC - Kelly Chin.
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
Sep 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

Recorded at 505 N FT LAUDERDALE BEACH BLVD, Fort Lauderdale — this licence has since moved.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Buffet area reach in - sour cream (57F); cheese (51F). Per operator items in unit approximately 3 hours. No items prepped or portioned today. Operator moved to Elios walk in to quick chill.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Oct 24, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

Recorded at 505 N FT LAUDERDALE BEACH BLVD, Fort Lauderdale — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Operator repaired during inspection.
Intermediate/31B-05-4/Corrected On-Site

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.