FLOW CAFE
221 SW 1ST AVENUE P LEVEL, Fort Lauderdale FL 33301
Last inspected Jun 25, 2026 · 11 visits since April 2024
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit...black beans 120F in steam table by the oven. Per operator food being held less than 4 hours. Operator time marked.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $480
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025045422 | May 27, 2025 | Oct 15, 2025 | $320 |
| 2--2023010040 | Jan 31, 2023 | Apr 27, 2023 | $160 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jun 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks stored on food preparation area. Operator removed
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop with handle stored inside container with protein powder. Operator removed.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed protein powder removed from the original container not labeled. Operator labeled container.
Feb 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 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 eggs were stored over washed apples. The items were changed
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In the bags of salt and sugar, pint size containers were stored inside and used to dispense the food. The items were removed
Aug 28, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. 1 employee without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator.
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.
Aug 20, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cookline flip top - Raw turkey bacon stored over ready-to-eat liquid eggs and sauces. Operator stored all items properly.
Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. Atosta reach in - soup date marked 8-11, cooked mushrooms date marked 7-31 and 8-12. See stop sale.
Employee began working with food - preparing a coffee order without first washing hands. Reviewed proper hand washing and employee washed hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Cookline - chicken - not commercially prepared - reheating less than 10 minutes at 9:20am (89-122F - Reheating) at 9:50am 118-121F. At this rate proper cooling will not occur. Operator moved item to microwave to reheat.
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. 1 employee without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator.
Prep area Handwash sink and bar hand sinks disconnected to allow for portable AC units. Must be reconnected to allow for proper use of hand sinks.
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.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under and around reach in freezers next to ice machine in prep area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under and around all cold holding equipment in kitchen prep area.
May 27, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
Recorded at 301 SW 1 AVE FLOOR P, Fort Lauderdale — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Prep room - 2 door Atosta - Raw fish stored over ready-to-eat cooked chicken. Operator stored all items properly.
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. All employees without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator.
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. Prep room - Atosta reach in - fish in vacuum, per operator taken out of freezer and placed in this unit 2 days ago. Reviewed proper procedures. See stop sale.
Mar 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
Recorded at 301 SW 1 AVE FLOOR P, Fort Lauderdale — this licence has since moved.
3 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Prep room - 2 door Atosta - Raw fish stored over ready-to-eat cooked chicken. Operator stored all items properly.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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. Prep room - Atosta reach in - fish in vacuum, per operator taken out of freezer and placed in this unit 2 days ago. Reviewed proper procedures. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam table - chicken (103F - Hot Holding). Per operator holding approximately an hour. Operator immediately moved to oven to reheat.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Prep area hand sink blocked by tray of chicken. Operator removed.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. PIC - Flame Miller
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.
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. All employees without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles and gaskets.
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. Prep room - Atosta reach in - fish in vacuum, per operator taken out of freezer and placed in this unit 2 days ago. Reviewed proper procedures. See stop sale.
Dec 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 301 SW 1 AVE FLOOR P, Fort Lauderdale — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Front counter - grab and go.
Oct 23, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
Recorded at 301 SW 1 AVE FLOOR P, Fort Lauderdale — this licence has since moved.
3 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Atosta reach in - Raw smoked salmon stored over ready to eat cheese Prep area flip top - Raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat dressings. Operator stored all items properly.
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. Front counter - grab and go - ham (55-60F); soup (50F); hard boiled eggs (50F); chicken wrap (50F); yogurt (55F). Per operator items held in unit overnight. No items prepped or portioned today. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter - grab and go - ham (55-60F); soup (50F); hard boiled eggs (50F); chicken wrap (50F); yogurt (55F). Per operator items held in unit overnight. No items prepped or portioned today. See stop sale.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bar hand sink used to wash utensils. Reviewed proper use of hand sinks. Operator removed items.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Raw smoked salmon. Reviewed menu updating with operator.
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. 1 employee without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator. Employee filled out during inspection.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operator posted during inspection.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Operator cleaned during inspection.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Front counter - grab and go.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar hand sink. Operator posted.
Jun 10, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 301 SW 1 AVE FLOOR P, Fort Lauderdale — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 301 SW 1 AVE FLOOR P, Fort Lauderdale — this licence has since moved.
3 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink...operator removed
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...cheeses 46-48F, ham 46F in flip top reach in cooler over storing food.Food not prepped or portion today, food being held less than 4 hours. Employee removed food to another acceptable cooler..... Shredded cheese 66F, cut tomatoes 55F on the prep table, food not prepped or portion today, food being held less than, operator time marked on food.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit...black beans 120F in steam table by the oven. Per operator food being held less than 4 hours. Operator time marked.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in ice machine and ice bin at bar. Operator properly stored.
Apr 11, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
Recorded at 301 SW 1 AVE FLOOR P, Fort Lauderdale — this licence has since moved.
3 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled clean utensils without washing hands. Reviewed proper hand washing and employee washed hands.
Raw shell eggs stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat lettuce in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Operator stored all items properly.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Prep area flip top cutting board.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Water 77F. At end of inspection 100F.
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.
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. 3 employees without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator. Employees filled out during inspection.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operator posted consumer advisory during inspection.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Prep area - water 80F. At end of inspection 100F.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles and gaskets. Prep area flip top.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
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