DUTSHY'S CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT
2542 N STATE RD 7, Lauderdale Lakes FL 33313 · 954-213-7986
Last inspected Feb 18, 2026 · 6 visits since March 2025
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▲ GETTING WORSE
4 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach seen behind preparation table opposite cook line. Operator was unable to terminate as roach crawled back into wall.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Feb 18, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 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.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Around all equipment in kitchen is soiled with food debris. 2. Wall behind cook line is soiled with grease.
Feb 17, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach seen behind preparation table opposite cook line. Operator was unable to terminate as roach crawled back into wall.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed in reach in cooler in dry storage area, raw shell eggs (70F- Cold Holding). Per operator items were held in unit over night exceeding 12 hours.See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 1. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler in dry storage area, cooked pork (56 F - Cold Holding), pikiliz (77F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (56F - Cold Holding). Per operator items were not prepared or portioned today items were left in cooler over night exceeding 6 hours. 2. Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed in reach in cooler in dry storage area, raw shell eggs (70F- Cold Holding). Per operator items were held in unit over night exceeding 12 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler in dry storage area, cooked pork (56 F - Cold Holding), pikiliz (77F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (56F - Cold Holding). Per operator items were not prepared or portioned today. Items were left in cooler over night exceeding 6 hours. See stop sale.
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.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl with no handle used to dispense flour in dry storage area. Operator removed and replaced with scoop with Handle.
Dead roaches on premises. One dead roach on hand washing sink at entrance to kitchen. Operator cleaned and sanitized area during the inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Around all equipment in kitchen is soiled with food debris. 2. Wall behind cook line is soiled with grease.
Oct 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At reach in cooler, spaghetti (54F - Cold Holding), operator stated item held out of temperature approximately 1 hour. At dry storage area, raw shell eggs (70F - Cold Holding); not prepared or portioned today. Operator stated item held out of temperature approximately 3 hours. Advised operator of proper cold holding. Operator placed items into cooler to quick chill.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At bar, hand wash sink used for other purposes as evident by cup and rag inside sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical test strips for chlorine sanitizer.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At kitchen, No paper towels at designated hand sink
Food stored on floor. Throughout kitchen, food stored on floor-Bottle drinks, canned drinks,
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Refrigerator doors soiled with food debris.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. At kitchen, reach in cooler interior soiled with food debris.
Single-service articles improperly stored. At cook line, single service items stored on floor.
Sep 10, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator unable to locate
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. Operator unable to locate
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator has temporary license hung up from licensing inspection. Directed operator to website to print out actual license
Jun 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed measuring cup being filled in handwashing station
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator unable to locate
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Operator could not locate a working probe thermometer
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. Operator unable to locate
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator has temporary license hung up from licensing inspection. Directed operator to website to print out actual license
Mar 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Women's bathroom hand wash sink not enough water pressure to wash hands
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand wash sink behind front counter no hot water
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's bathroom door not self closing
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