FLAMES RAMBLEWOOD DINER
8203 W ATLANTIC BLVD, Coral Springs FL 33071 · 954-575-1166
Last inspected Jul 23, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Creama (47F - Cold Holding). Per operator, item was held over night in reach in cooler at cook line. Operator discarded
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025055933 | Jul 10, 2025 | Jan 23, 2026 | $800 |
| 2--2023037678 | Jun 30, 2023 | Sep 5, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 23, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 21, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate7 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. Observed chlorine sanitizer at dishwashing machine at 00 ppm. Operator changed solution and prime machine. Final reads at 100 ppm.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked potatoes cold held at 47F. As per operator, potatoes cooked and stored in unit from 07/19/2026. Potatoes did not removed from unit since.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed cooked potatoes cold held at 47F. As per operator, potatoes cooked and stored in unit from 07/19/2026. Potatoes did not removed from unit since. See stop sale. Observed ham (46F - Cold Holding); cheese (47F - Cold Holding); butter (48F - Cold Holding); in flip top cooler at cook line. Per operator all items place in unit less than 2 hours prior to the inspection. All items in unit place on ice. The unit not capable of maintaining proper temperature.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on food prep table and cutting board. Operator clean and sanitized. -Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on can opener blade. Operator clean and sanitized
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink in kitchen block with mop bucket.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed no date marked on cooked ribs, soup and matzo ball stored in walk in cooler. Per operator, all items cooked on 7/18-7/19/ 2026. Operate date marked items.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed some employees training certification with IFSEA expired on 09/08/2024
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with sanitizer at dishwashing area. Operator labeled bottle.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed 1 C02 tank in wait station not secured. Operator secured.
Food stored on floor. -Observed case with food item stored on walk in cooler floor. Operator removed and stored on shelf.
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 with handle stored in rice container. Operator removed and stored properly.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed a light shield missing in prep station.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Observed accumulation of black substances buildup on sugar and flour containers. -Observed accumulation of brown like substances buildup on can opener holster. Operator cleaned.
Stored food not covered. -Observed several uncovered containers with cooked TCS food items stored in walk in cooler.
Nov 5, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over ready to eat hash browns. Operator inverted
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Operator exited through back door with gloves on, operator did not replace gloves before handling clean dishes out of dishwasher
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. WIC #1&2; cooked potatoes (44F - Cold Holding). As per operator food in unit it not portioned or prepared today, in unit less than 4hrs. Operator moved to walk in freezer for quick chill.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop in second walk in cooler for cooked potatoes. Operator removed
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Wiping cloth under cutting boards. Operator removed
Stored food not covered. Fish in cooler stored uncovered. Operator plastic wrapped
Jul 11, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with water marks and sagging in hallway to walk in cooler #2.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. At storage drying rack 1/3 pans stacked wet. Operator removed containers to air dry.
Jul 10, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken and salmon stored over ready to eat sauces inside low boy cooler #2 at cook line. Operator moved raw foods and stored correctly.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Creama (47F - Cold Holding). Per operator, item was held over night in reach in cooler at cook line. Operator discarded
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1.Creama (47F - Cold Holding). Per operator, item was held over night in reach in cooler at cook line. Operator discarded. See stop sale. 2. Low boy cooler#1 end of cook line #1, raw salmon (44F - Cold Holding); burger patties (46F - Cold Holding), raw chicken (47 F cold holding ) 3. Low boy cooler #2; roast beef (47 F - Cold Holding) Per operator item was, foods pulled from walk in cooler less than 4 hours ago. Foods not prepared or portioned today. Operator moved foods to walk in cooler to quick chill.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. One employee hired less than 60 days,unable to provide employee reporting agreement. Emailed reporting agreement form
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pasta inside walk-in cooler, made on Monday not date marked. Operator date marked during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with water marks and sagging in hallway to walk in cooler #2.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. At storage drying rack 1/3 pans stacked wet. Operator removed containers to air dry.
Interior of low boy reach in cooler, right door opposite flat top grill in cook line has exposed insulation.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair with visible holes in hallway to walk in cooler #2.
Standing water at the bottom of low boy two door reach in cooler in cook line.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop was stored in dirty water. Operator cleaned and removed.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Operator stored in sanitizer solution during inspection.
Feb 20, 2025Inspection 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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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs over unwashed produce inside produce cooler. Operator reorganized
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over box of turkey in walk in cooler. Operator reorganized
Identity of food or food product misrepresented. In menu items such as Norwegian Salmon and Nova Scotia falsely advertised. Operator only has regular ACME salmon
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottles in kitchen triple sink area, operator labeled.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single service items at cook line to go containers not inverted on top shelf. Operator inverted
Aug 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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1 Dented can of Corned Beef Hash present. See stop sale.
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. Dish machine on initial test measured 0ppm. Operator replaced chlorine sanitizer, now reads 100ppm
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. Produce walk in cooler; cottage cheese (45F - Cold Holding). Per operator food item not portioned or prepared today, in walk in cooler overnight. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Produce walk in cooler; cottage cheese (45F - Cold Holding). Per operator food item not portioned or prepared today, in walk in cooler overnight. See stop sale.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop for cottage cheese inside produce cooler
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee backpack on dry storage rack not separate from food items.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back exit door behind dining area
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Dry storage container of sugar, in direct contact with food item. Operator placed properly
Stored food not covered. Container of cooked egg noodles left uncovered in walk in cooler
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Located next to walk in cooler, placed inside empty mop bucket.
Apr 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Inside walk in freezer, plastic wrapped, raw whole beef over box of frozen mozzarella sticks. Operator moved beef.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Cook at flat top grill, cracked eggs to make omelettes then immediately prepared pancakes without change of gloves and handwashing. Reviewed handwashing with operator. Cook changed gloves and washed hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At steam table: Meatball in tomato sauce (128F - Hot Holding). Reheated less than 4hrs ago. Operator reheating to 165F
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed the following items, no date marking 1) Yogurt based sauce in 1st walk in cooler by back storage area. Yogurt sauce made Saturday, per operator. 2) cooked sausage in cooks prep low boy. Per operator opened Sunday.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed the following with bowls used a scoops: 1) Small bowl in rice, inside of walk in cooler by dry storage area. 2) Small bowl In sugar container next to walk in cooler #2 by bread prep area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In back dry storage area next to walk in cooler, damaged ceiling tile.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. 4 pans on top shelving under ceiling, not inverted. Operator inverted.
Ice buildup inside walk-in freezer, on both the door and condenser.
Jan 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee backpack hanging on dry goods shelf by back walk in cooler. Manager removed bag.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee on cook line wearing watch. Employee removed watch.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on middle door of fliptop lower cooler hanging loose.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floor areas under cook line and shelf below flattop have buildup of food debris.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall under hand sink by back door damaged.
Stored food not covered. In dairy walk in cooler, container of cooked potatoes not covered.
Aug 30, 2023Inspection 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 walk in cooler, raw shell eggs were stored over prepared coleslaw. The eggs were moved down to the bottom shelf.
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