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CUISINE LAKAY RESTAURANT

119 W SUNRISE BLVD, Fort Lauderdale FL 33311 · 954-548-5730

Last inspected Dec 19, 2025 · 11 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceNOS1623573
Grade history
MAR 24
SEP 24
DEC 24
AUG 25
DEC 25
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.

Worst finding on record
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $800

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2022043976Aug 25, 2022Apr 4, 2023$400
2--2021008349Feb 12, 2021Jul 1, 2021$400

Inspection history

11 visits, newest first

Dec 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findings
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed oxtails located in freezer in only non food quality shopping bag.
High priority/14-31-5
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at men's rest room hand washing sink. Operator provided.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels at kitchen dispenser.
Intermediate/31B-05-4
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked turkey and chicken, etc, no date marking. Per operator all 36-48 hrs since preparation.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
The state's own report →
Aug 20, 2025Inspection 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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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray can of insect repellent on shelf with canned goods. Operator labeled relocated.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in restrooms.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed several walls either holes.
Basic/36-24-5
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed sink drain in ladies room leaking.
Basic/29-08-4/Repeat Violation
Dec 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 2025 license past due 12-01-2024.
High priority/50-17-3
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed gravy in freezer with no date mark. Per operator 72 hours ago.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation
Plumbing system in disrepair. Employee restroom hand washing sink has drain pipe in disrepair
Basic/29-08-4/Repeat Violation
Dec 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Exterior storeroom door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4/Return visit Dec 3, 2024 · Time extended until next routine inspection. Time Extended
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed faucet for kitchen handwashing sink in disrepair.
Basic/29-08-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Dec 3, 2024 · Extended until next routine inspection. Time Extended
Sep 30, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.

0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator corrected on site.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marks on Turkey with gravy, spaghetti, all made 36-48 hours ago.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Exterior storeroom door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed faucet for kitchen handwashing sink in disrepair.
Basic/29-08-4/Repeat Violation
Mar 20, 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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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed gravy, turkey, pork chops, all per operator, more than 24 hours no date marks.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed drain in Restroom hand sink broken.
Basic/29-08-4
Mar 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-01-5
No soap provided at handwash sink in restroom. Operator provided.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels in kitchen. Operator correct.
Intermediate/31B-05-4
Exterior kitchen door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation
Jan 11, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Nov 1, 2023 · No proof provided. Time Extended/Return visit Nov 30, 2023 · Operator has not passed Food Manager Exam. Repeat. Time Extended/Return visit Jan 11, 2024 · No proof of Food Manager Certification provided. Admin Complaint
Nov 30, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Nov 1, 2023 · No proof provided. Time Extended/Return visit Nov 30, 2023 · Operator has not passed Food Manager Exam. Repeat. Time Extended
Nov 1, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Nov 1, 2023 · No proof provided. Time Extended
Exterior kitchen door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Nov 1, 2023 · Observed the door still has a gap at the bottom. Time Extended
Sep 22, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Repeat Violation/Warning
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Exterior kitchen door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation/Warning

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.