ELVIS ITALIAN GRILLE
4261 GRIFFIN RD, Davie FL 33314 · 954-401-1000
Last inspected Jun 17, 2026 · 12 visits since October 2023
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≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 10 live roaches found behind the stove on the cookline.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026039181 | Jun 5, 2026 | Jul 15, 2026 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jun 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
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.
Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated dust above ice machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Jun 5, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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.
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice bin.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on storage rack in warewashing station.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting on drying rack next to standing reach in cooler at Cookline.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. 1. In kitchen by walk in cooler. 2. Inside of walk in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses in kitchen.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning at drying rack in kitchen next to standing reach in cooler at Cookline.
Walk-in cooler shelves have accumulation of food residues.
Jun 5, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 18 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
5 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 1. Observed bar area espresso machine with build up milk residue.
Live, small flying insects found 1. Approximately 10 live small flying insects observed at bar separate from kitchen.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. 1. Container of raw chicken stored over container of raw steaks. 2. Container of raw salmon stored over container of cut spinach. Operator stored properly.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1. Approximately 5 live roaches found in kitchen by cookline;2 live roaches on floor by stoves, 2 live roaches on floor by reach in coolers, 1 live roach on floor behind ice machine in kitchen.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. 1.Bar 2. Cookline
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.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink for Cookline not unable to dispense paper towels. Operator fixed.
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice bin.
Ceiling vent soiled with accumulated dust by ice machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on storage rack in warewashing station.
Dead roaches on premises. 1. Approximately 5 dead roaches observed by ware washing station 2 dead roaches on floor under bag in box soda area, 2 dead roaches on floor under triple sink and 1 dead roach on floor by dishwasher in kitchen. 2. Approximately 3 dead roaches observed on floor of bar area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting on drying rack next to standing reach in cooler at Cookline.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. 1. In kitchen by walk in cooler. 2. Inside of walk in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses in kitchen.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning at drying rack in kitchen next to standing reach in cooler at Cookline.
Walk-in cooler shelves have accumulation of food residues.
Dec 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On the cook line, utensils stored in 90F water. The utensils were removed to the dish area.
Jul 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the reach in cooler, the raw salmon was stored over the pasta sheets. The salmon was moved down.
Jan 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In the walk in cooler, clam chowder (43-47F - Cooling). The item was prepared last night and had been cooling overnight. The item was discarded. See stop sale.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In the walk in cooler, clam chowder (43-47F - Cooling). The item was prepared last night and had been cooling overnight. The item was discarded. See stop sale.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In a pan of candied walnuts, a ramekin was stored inside and being used to dispense the product. The item was removed
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. On the cook line, a squeeze bottle of house dressing was not labeled. The bottle was then labeled by the cook.
Sep 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the walk in cooler, raw chicken was stored over raw oysters. The chicken was moved down.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On the cookline, pepper jack cheese (64-41F - Cold Holding). The item was stored in an over stacked manner. The item was moved to the flip top less than 4 hours ago. The over stacked portion was moved to the lower cooler to quick chill and cold hold. The item was not prepped or portioned today.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. At the dish washing station, the hose bibb with a hose attached is missing the vacuum breaker.
Jun 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 23, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 10 live roaches found behind the stove on the cookline.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At the grill station, garlic margarine 75F. The item was out of refrigeration overnight. The item was discarded. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At the grill station, garlic margarine 75F. The item was out of refrigeration overnight. The item was discarded. See stop sale.
Floor tiles missing grout or in disrepair in dish washing area.
Nov 16, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw fish, not commercially packaged, stored over fries, commercially packaged,inside true reach in freezer at cook line. Operator properly stored.
Shellfish received from unapproved/unlisted shipper. See stop sale. Observed clams received from ARC Shellfish Hatchery Cape Cod; not listed on shipper's list. Stop Sale.
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Shellfish received from unapproved/unlisted shipper. See stop sale. Observed clams received from ARC Shellfish Hatchery Cape Cod; not listed on shipper's list. Stop Sale.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle, container unknown purple solution, stored on rolling cart at bar. Operator labeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed accumulation of black mold like substance inside ice machine in kitchen.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed food debris build up on true and dukers coolers next to cook line in kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on floor inside walk in freezer.
Oct 4, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Observed: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing throughout kitchen. Reference: 6-501.11 FC: Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. Priority: Basic
Oct 3, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Observed: Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bread stored inside garbage bag at cook line. Operator removed. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately three live roaches on floor in kitchen. Operator killed and removed roaches. Priority: High Priority
Observed: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tank unsecured at bar. Reference: 61C-1.004(7) FAC: (7) Carbon dioxide and helium tanks shall be adequately secured so as to preclude any danger to safety. Priority: Basic
Observed: 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. Operator cut open packaging to allow oxygen flow. Reference: 3-501.13(E) FC: (E) Reduced oxygen packaged fish that bears a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use shall be removed from the reduced oxygen environment: (1) Prior to its thawing under refrigeration as specified in Paragraph (A) of this section; or (2) Prior to or immediately upon completion of its thawing using procedures specified in Paragraph (B) of this section. Priority: Basic
Observed: Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 5 dead roaches on floor in kitchen. Operator removed roaches. Priority: Basic
Observed: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing throughout kitchen. Reference: 6-501.11 FC: Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. Priority: Basic
Observed: Food stored on floor. Observed pot of vegetables stored on floor next to triple sink. Operator removed and properly stored. Priority: Basic
Observed: In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop stored inside flour bin in kitchen. Operator removed. Priority: Basic
Observed: Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed accumulation of grease and food debris on interior and exterior of microwave at cook line. Priority: Basic
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