CASA FRIDA INC
5441-43 N FEDERAL HWY, Fort Lauderdale FL 33308 · 954.464.4786
Last inspected Feb 9, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 12 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023061011 | Nov 17, 2023 | Nov 20, 2023 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Feb 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Server handled soiled dishes and then picked up clean napkins without washing hands. Reviewed proper hand washing and employee washed hands.
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.
Walk-in cooler and freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Aug 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Bar soda gun nozzles, operator cleaned and sanitized during inspection.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Mar 20, 2025Inspection 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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In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between front line flip top reach in combo units, operator stored properly.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses at Cookline, operator stored properly.
Dec 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. - Can storage Shelf; 6lbs Chefs Quality Garbonzo Beans
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Bar; Soda gun nozzle, operator cleaned and sanitized.
Accumulation of mold-like substance in the interior of the ice bin.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -Above ware washing station.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Feb 22, 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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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. On cook line, raw shrimp stored over ready to eat vegetables Operator moved shrimp to bottom shelf
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. On cook line, squeeze bottles not labeled with common name.
Oct 18, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline flip top - guacamole with tomatoes (44-48F); diced tomatoes (44-48F); sour cream (44-48F); pico (44-48F). Per operator items have been in unit approximately 3-4 hours. No items prepped or portioned today. Operator immediately placed items in ice bath to quick chill.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. By cookline hand sink.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer - around circulation fans.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Oct 17, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate4 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. Dishwasher - bar (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator stated they would use main dish machine until repaired.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Walk in cooler - raw chicken stored over raw pork. Operator stored all items properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline flip top - guacamole with tomatoes (44-48F); diced tomatoes (44-48F); sour cream (44-48F); pico (44-48F). Per operator items have been in unit approximately 3-4 hours. No items prepped or portioned today. Operator immediately placed items in ice bath to quick chill.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. By cookline hand sink.
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. - Shelf liner with clean plates visibly soiled. - Bar soda gun and holster soiled.
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. 2 employees without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator. Employees filled out during inspection.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer - around circulation fans.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop hanging - touching back/piping of dish machine. Operator removed.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Prep area - Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine less than 10ppm). Operator added solution. Chlorine 100ppm.
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