FRESH & WILD FISH
838 W HALLANDALE BEACH BLVD, Hallandale Beach FL 33009
Last inspected Sep 30, 2025 · 8 visits since May 2024
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
4 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1) Approximately 10 live roaches under prep table in kitchen. 2) Approximately 2 live roaches under prep table next to employees handwashing sink in prep area next to kitchen. 3) 1 live roach under Pepsi glass reach in cooler in preparation area next to kitchen. 4) 1 live roach under shelf next to kitchen.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025070699 | Sep 24, 2025 | Oct 15, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed.
Ordered shut on the spot. 7 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Live, small flying insects found Approximately 7 small flying insects landing on wall next to employees handwashing sink in preparation area next to kitchen.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw Fish wraps with plastic stored above containers of ginger and cucumbers in Turbo Air Lowboy Reach in Cooler. Manager discarded fish during inspection.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1) Approximately 10 live roaches under prep table in kitchen. 2) Approximately 2 live roaches under prep table next to employees handwashing sink in prep area next to kitchen. 3) 1 live roach under Pepsi glass reach in cooler in preparation area next to kitchen. 4) 1 live roach under shelf next to kitchen.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Manager date marked Gallon of milk 09-20 during inspection.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Container and cutting Board stored on employees handwashing in kitchen. Manager removed.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed.
Containers of oils stored on floor in prep area. Manager elevated.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Clam/ oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Establishment not maintaining clam oyster tags for 90 days.
Case of water stored on floor in prep area. Manager elevated
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 5 high priority.
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Employee washed hands with cold water. No hot water in handwashing sink in kitchen resulting in employees using only cold water to wash their hands.. Water 76F
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 12-01-2024 Expired
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Container of raw fish stored above container of cheese cake in small chest freezer. Manager inverted.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw fish stored above sauces in Turbo reach in cooler under sushi flip top. Manager inverted.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine solution 200ppm. Manager remade to 100 ppm.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Basket and bottles stored in handwashing sink in dishwashing area. Manager removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sinks. Manager provided during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sinks. Both sinks. Manager replaced during inspection.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Water76F
Cases of oil stored on floor in kitchen and next to triple sink.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Pipe removed from handwashing sink in prep area.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Mop sink is not connected.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed from kitchen
No hot running water at three-compartment sink in kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Emailed sign to operator
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.