GALA VENUE & KOSHER CATERING
3423 GRIFFIN RD, Fort Lauderdale FL 33312
Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · 11 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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 to operator
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $900
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026025716 | Feb 17, 2026 | May 19, 2026 | $700 |
| 2--2025070355 | Aug 26, 2025 | Nov 18, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 13, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 4, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Ziplock bag of Raw Beef stored above ziplock bags of croissants Ang bags of ice in Avantco Freezer inverted during inspection.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Case of raw chicken stored above case of raw beef in walk in cooler. Manager inverted.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.. Slicer soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Provided during inspection. AC given on 04-23-26
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. AC giving on prior inspection. 04-23-2026
Cases of meat stored on floor in Walk in Freezer
Ceiling tile missing. Approximately 3 tiles missing in kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Replaced during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris. Bottom shelf of Coca Cola reach in Cooler soiled. Cleaned during inspection.
Apr 23, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee rinse gloved hands at hand wash sink then proceed to handle utensils and pans. Instructed employee to remove gloves and wash hands
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employees using hand wash sinks as dump sinks. Discussed with operator
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front cook line hand wash sink. Operator refilled
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. Operator unable to provide at time of inspection
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. Operator unable to provide for any employees
Ceiling tile missing. Observed above hand wash sink in ware washing area
Feb 17, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority10 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee conducting ware washing by washing and rinsing with no sanitize step. Instructed operator and employee on setting up sanitizer sink at 100ppm chlorine. Employee sanitized wares
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Bread stored in direct contact either plastic handle thank you bags in reach in freezer. Operator discarded food items
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored above ready to eat beets and carrots in walk in cooler. Operator reorganized
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee rinse gloved hands at hand wash sink then proceed to handle utensils and pans. Instructed employee to remove gloves and wash hands
Certified Food Manager or 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. Reviewed with operator and provided
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 to operator
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employees using hand wash sinks as dump sinks. Discussed with operator
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front cook line hand wash sink. Operator refilled
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. Operator unable to provide at time of inspection
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. Operator unable to provide for any employees
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at front cook line hand wash sink. Operator refilled
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed at ware washing area hand wash sink
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing green substance not labeled. Operator labeled soap and water
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Water of 77F provided at cook line hand wash sink. Operator turned on hot water to 101F
Ceiling tile missing. Observed above hand wash sink in ware washing area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets at 2 door low top freezer next to ware washing area heavily soiled
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. No lights installed in walk in cooler, walk in freezer
Aug 26, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the top bottom refrigerator in the kitchen, raw shell eggs were stored over ketchup, mustard and mayonnaise. The eggs were moved down. In the front, near the rest rooms, in the reach in cooler, raw shell eggs were stored over cleaned packaged beets. The eggs were moved down.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. The hand sinks next to the triple sink is obstructed by a trash can and multiple bowls stored in the sink and stacked on the trash can. The items were removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At the hand sinks in next to the Coke machine. The paper towels were replaced.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Next to the soda machine, 1 bottle of CO2 is not secured.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At both hand sinks in the kitchen.
Jun 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Bottle of cleaner improperly stored on shelf above prep table at cook line. Operator removed.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Cook went into dining room and when entering cook line wiped his hands on his pants and put gloves on without washing hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw ground beef stored over eggplant in 3 door glass cooler. Operator removed ground beef.
Time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from ambient temperature to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within four hours. See stop sale. Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Cooked Corn 50F, can was opened yesterday and placed in glass door cooler in dining room last night. More than 4 hours ago.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Cooked Corn 50F, can was opened yesterday and placed in glass door cooler in dining room last night. More than 4 hours ago.
No soap provided at handwash sink next to soda machine. Operator provided soap.
Spray bottle containing cleaner not labeled next to hand sink and over prep table on cook line. Operator labeled
1 box of onions stored on floor under prep table on cook line. Cook placed on a shelf.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees next to oven and next to soda machine.
Apr 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 7, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. At the bar
Ceiling tile missing. Over the prep table
Food stored on floor. Under the dry storage rack, cans of garbanzo beans were stored on the floor. The cans were moved to the shelf.
Apr 10, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 7, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the HOTPOINT reach in cooler, the raw eggs were stored directly above the cut cabbage. The eggs were moved
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink or wiping cloths.
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.
Nov 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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