EAST ACRE PUB AND GRUB
5219 W BROWARD BLVD, Plantation FL 33317
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 8 visits since February 2024
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 21 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at walk in cooler - chorizo (47F - Cold Holding); milk (48F - Cold Holding); raw beef (51F - Cold Holding); wings (48F - Cold Holding) as per operator items held out of temperature for approximately 3 hours, operator placed item in ice.
★ 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--2019057553 | Nov 5, 2019 | Dec 3, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
No soap provided at front handwash sink. Operator added soap.
Hole in or other damage to wall by the entrance to the kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Operator removed tin foil.
May 29, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 25, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer by the dishwasher.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler at the front of the bar.
Oct 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with chemicals. As per operator, chemical is. Operator labeled properly.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 containers not secured to the wall. Operator secured properly.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of oil stored on the floor in the dry storage area. Operator stored properly.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in freezer near grills.
May 21, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedLicensing Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at walk in cooler - chorizo (47F - Cold Holding); milk (48F - Cold Holding); raw beef (51F - Cold Holding); wings (48F - Cold Holding) as per operator items held out of temperature for approximately 3 hours, operator placed item in ice.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed one employee engaged in food manipulation without proof of training.
May 20, 2025Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at walk in cooler - raw beef stored over cooked wings. Employee stored correctly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at walk in cooler - chorizo (47F - Cold Holding); milk (48F - Cold Holding); raw beef (51F - Cold Holding); wings (48F - Cold Holding) as per operator items held out of temperature for approximately 3 hours, operator placed item in ice.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed one employee engaged in food manipulation without proof of training.
Apr 2, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Feb 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Operator needs to provide chlorine test strips.
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.
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. Observed Mahi thawing in sealed reduced oxygen packaging. Operator removed packaging.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed 0 (zero) sanitizer on dish machine
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
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.