GARDEN RESTAURANT
4400 N ANDREWS AVE, Fort Lauderdale FL 33309 · 954-616-5669
Last inspected Nov 3, 2025 · 6 visits since October 2023
JAN 24
SEP 24
DEC 24
JUL 25
NOV 25
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2016055350 | Nov 22, 2016 | Jan 6, 2017 | — |
| 2--2016052061 | Nov 4, 2016 | Dec 14, 2016 | $800 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Nov 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed milk of magnesium and pepto bismol stored in reach in cooler next containers of chili and gravy. Employee removed.
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled clean plate without washing hands.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed 4 slices of scrapple dated 10/18 in victory reach in cooler. See stop sale
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 4 slices of scrapple dated 10/18 in victory reach in cooler.
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Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employe cell phone stored on storage shelf next to salt and sugar containers.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of Emerson microwave soiled with food debris.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Prep table area
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed avocado half with label still intact to exterior skin.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single serve insulated cups stored on the floor next to the ice machine.
Stored food not covered. Observed plate of sausage patties and links hard boiled eggs, pooled eggs not covered in reach in cooler other kitchen.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed black mold like substance on walls by three compartment sink
Jul 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed breakfast potatoes (45-47F - Cooling) in reach in cooler per operator prepared on 07/28 held in cooler overnight.see stop sale. Explain to manager about cooling method.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed hoagie rolls and slices stored in direct contact with a thank you t shirt bag in reach in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed breakfast potatoes (45-47F - Cooling) in reach in cooler per operator prepared on 07/28 held in cooler overnight
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed cooked diced potatoes stored in deep cover pans
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bowl stored in hand washing sink at front counter. Employee removed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Prep table
Dec 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed container of prescription medicine stored on spice shelf. Operator removed.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage patties (90-99F - Hot Holding)sitting on top of sausage links on flat top grill. Per operator held out of temperature less than three hours. Employee placed on flat top to reheat.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee rinsing hands in three compartment sink.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Spice shelf over prep area.
Stored food not covered. Observed container of corn kernels and oatmeal not covered in migali reach in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Thoughout kitchen
Sep 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracked raw shell eggs then replaced gloves without washing hands and then handle a clean plate.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed sliced baguettes stored in direct contact with a thank you t shirt bag in migali reach in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over RTE swirl raisin bread migali reach in cooler.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed wiping cloth chlorine sanitizer 200+ Ppm.Employee diluted rechecked 100 Ppm.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed portable air conditioning unit in front of hand washing sink in rear kitchen. Employee removed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stainless steel bowls and hotel pans not properly air-dried -wet nesting.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers located by spice rack and prep table.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer accumulation of food.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean on cook line table.employee removed
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working container of sugar removed from original container not identified by common name.
Jan 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitation bucket and pitcher in handwashing sink. Operator removed.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with sanitizer not labeled at front counter area.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters not inverted. Operator turned filters over.
Stored food not covered. Observed uncovered rice and sausage in reach-in cooler at kitchen area and sausage gravy in walk-in cooler. Operator covered.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wet wiping clothes on counter throughout front counter area. Operator placed in sanitizer bucket.
Oct 3, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate4 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.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager arrived during inspection
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Hand wash sink
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Located at Handwash sink next to stove
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing clear liquid identified as a disinfectant located on Service Table. Manager labeled spray bottle
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.. Cook
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook
Stored food not covered. Sausage gravy in Kigali Cooler Food covered by the Chef
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Above 3 Compartment sink
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.