FRIENDLY LOUNGE AND DINNER
2513 N ANDREWS AVE, Wilton Manors FL 33311
Last inspected Nov 18, 2025 · 6 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 6 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided handout to operator.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
7 cases · $5,120
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2021015286 | Mar 4, 2021 | Aug 30, 2021 | $800 |
| 2--2021000851 | Jan 4, 2021 | Jun 21, 2021 | $1,200 |
| 2--2020002410 | Dec 26, 2019 | Jun 11, 2020 | $320 |
| 2--2016045251 | Sep 23, 2016 | Mar 17, 2017 | $1,200 |
| 2--2015023637 | May 19, 2015 | Dec 7, 2015 | $800 |
| 2--2015020755 | May 8, 2015 | Jun 12, 2015 | $400 |
| 2--2015018527 | Apr 16, 2015 | May 7, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Nov 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marks. Operator states that bell pepper and onion purée from 48 hours prior.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. 2024 license on display.
Exterior kitchen door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Build up of debris on floors behind equipment.
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Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed build up on hood system. Sticker for Service states 6 months overdue
Light not functioning. Multiple lights burnt out in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up of food debris inside all refrigerators.
Jul 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Exterior rear door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up on exterior of sinks and refrigerators.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
Nov 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Jul 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed multiple items in reach in freezer in store shopping bags. Observed chicken, oxtail, turkey, all in non food grade bags.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Feb 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Inadequate number/capacity of cold holding units to maintain time/temperature control for safety food at proper temperatures. Operator has only 1 (one) out of 3 (three) cold holding units operating at or below 41° F.
Sep 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided handout to operator.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Restroom hand sink. Operator replaced.
Person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Provided handout to operator.
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.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on all equipment door handles and gaskets.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag on shelf with clean dishes. Operator removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. All cookline shelving.
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.