CRAFT FT LAUDERDALE
551 N FEDERAL HWY #600, Fort Lauderdale FL 33301 · 786.527.1173
Last inspected Jul 22, 2026 · 10 visits since May 2024
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Live, small flying insects found Approximately 15 live small flying insects landing on the light cords over the bar counter 3 live small flying insects landing on the cut fruit caddy on the bar
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $720
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023009262 | Jan 27, 2023 | Mar 28, 2023 | $320 |
| 2--2022011521 | Feb 7, 2022 | Mar 31, 2022 | $200 |
| 2--2019050488 | Sep 9, 2019 | Oct 24, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 22, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated mold-like substance. Throughout the kitchen.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. At the triple sink, most containers have old labels still attached.
Jul 21, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 13 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Approximately 20 live small flying insects landing on the power cords of the hanging lights over the bar Approximately 20 live small flying insects landing on the wall next to the bar by the office 1 live small flying insect landing on a new pizza box over the bar 2 live small flying insects landing on the cut fruit caddy on the bar Approximately 10 live small flying insects landing on the drain behind the bar
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. At the kitchen storage rack, a spray bottle of sanitizer was stored with the buns. The spray bottle was removed
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Over the pizza reach in cooler, a piping bag of Nutella is stored in a pan with old food residue inside. The bag was removed to a clean pan.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At the end of the cook line, the corner hand sink is blocked by a trash can. The trash can was removed
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Per PIC Eduarda Brederode
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At the bar, a spray bottle of table cleaner was missing its label. The person in charge labeled the bottle
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated mold-like substance. Throughout the kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On top of the reach in cooler next to the pizza station, a cup of coffee was stored on top. The cup was removed.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. At the bar, the ice scoop was stored on the top on the side with black residue. The scoop was washed and sanitized.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At the bar, flys landing on the cut fruit caddy. The caddy was emptied, washed and sanitized.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. At the triple sink, most containers have old labels still attached.
Jul 21, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Approximately 15 live small flying insects landing on the light cords over the bar counter 3 live small flying insects landing on the cut fruit caddy on the bar
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. A spray bottle of sanitizer was stored with buns and french fries. The spray bottle was removed
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Per Guadalupe Prattico
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Jul 20, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Approximately 15 live small flying insects landing on the light cords over the bar counter 3 live small flying insects landing on the cut fruit caddy on the bar
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On the shelf at the end of the cook line, sweet potato fries (70F - Cold Holding); french fries (65F - Cold Holding). The items were removed from refrigeration less than 4 hours ago. The items were moved to the freezer to quick chill. The items have not been prepped or portioned today.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. A spray bottle of sanitizer was stored with buns and french fries. The spray bottle was removed
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At the bar hand wash sink, the sink is being used to store carafes, shakers and measuring cups, the items were removed from the sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Per Guadalupe Prattico
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In the bin of brown sugar, a pint container was stored inside and used to dispense the food. The item was discarded.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Jan 22, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 8, 2026Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Water 76F
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Triple sink and hand sink removed from bar area. Per operator, they will reinstall.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Water 76F
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. No units turned on at licensing inspection
No hot running water at mop sink. Water 76F
Water leaking from pipe - under hand sink next to triple sink.
May 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary and chlorine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By dish machine.
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Operators thermometer - battery dead.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer around fan.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Jan 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cookline hand sink blocked by freezer. Operator moved.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tuna tartare and scallop carpaccio on menu. Operator began updating menus during inspection.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop stored directly on top of machine. Operator removed.
Jun 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar, manager provided.
May 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 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....00 ppm due to line not connecting with sanitizer solution. Manager set up 3 compartment sink
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container in cut green onion in reach in cooler, Presley in walk in cooler. Employee removed paper towel
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar, manager provided.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package...tuna thawing in reduce oxygen packaging at reach in cooler. Label states to remove before thawing. Employee removed packaging
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees...both handwashing sink at bar and dishwashing area.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor at kitchen, employee properly stored
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.