GETY GARDENS RESTAURANT INC
6370 - W OAKLAND PARK BLVD, Sunrise FL 33313 · 954.691.6952
Last inspected Apr 1, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on floor at rear kitchen exit door operator killed and cleaned and sanitized
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $560
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026007224 | Dec 3, 2025 | May 18, 2026 | $160 |
| 2--2017051710 | Oct 13, 2017 | Dec 7, 2017 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 1, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed in kitchen, bin containing rice broken to the side.
Jan 29, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Emailed poster to operator.
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. Emailed poster to operator.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink in kitchen next to triple sink as evidenced by food debris in sink. Operator cleaned during the inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine as the main sanitizer.
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. One employee hired less than 60 days. Provided food reporting agreement to manager. Employee completed form during the inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen, ceiling vent is soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed in kitchen, bin containing rice broken to the side.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water on stove at 80F. Operator discarded of water during the inspection.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed poster to operator.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters above cook line is soiled with grease.
Dec 3, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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No hot running water at three-compartment sink. No hot water at 3 compartment sink.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water at hand wash sink.
Sep 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At kitchen deep chest freezer, Raw chicken stored over vegetables. Advised operator of proper storage.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink used for other purposes as evident by bucket in sink. Operator removed.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. No hot water at 3 compartment sink.
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.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water at hand wash sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. At kitchen prep sink, raw meat thawing at room temperature. Advised operator of proper thawing methods. Operator placed items under running water.
Mar 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pork stored in non food grade bag in chest freezer.
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. Observed pickle (65F - Cold Holding). Per operator item was not prepared or portioned today. Item has been out of temperature for more than 4 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pickle (65F - Cold Holding). Per operator item was not prepared or portioned today. Item has been out of temperature for more than 4 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in steam table, boiled bananas (114F - Hot Holding). Per operator, item has been out of temperature for approximately 1 hour. Item placed to be reheated.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink in kitchen used to hold soap bottle. PIC removed bottle.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. PIC replaced paper towel.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed turkey cooked 03/08/25 not date marked in reach in cooler.
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. Observed Vesta F expired 10/18/24.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle not stored above flour in kitchen.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed across from cook line.
Stored food not covered. Observed soup stored uncovered in reach in cooler.
Jul 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean cups, bowls, plates, not stored inverted or in a protected manner opposite reach in cooler.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License displayed expired on December 1 2022
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing and broken tiles in kitchen
Jul 16, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. cooked pasta (88F - Cooling) at 12:35pm cooling since 8:30am.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on floor at rear kitchen exit door operator killed and cleaned and sanitized
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. Emailed operator form
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed 2 sanitizer buckets stored in hand washing sink next to three compartment sink operator removed
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips.
No soap provided at handwash sink next to three compartment sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pork, goat chicken, turkey prepared the weekend not labeled in traulson reach in cooler.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean cups, bowls, plates, not stored inverted or in a protected manner opposite reach in cooler.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License displayed expired on December 1 2022
Dead roaches on premises. Observed three dead roaches on floor next to steam table
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open water bottle prep table shelf next to spices operator removed
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing and broken tiles in kitchen
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in sugar container the handle in contact with sugar. Operator removed
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop wet nesting in mop bucket.
Working containers of salt removed from original container not identified by common name. Operator labeled
Feb 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 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. Emailed operator bulletin
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket being filled in washing sink. Operator removed
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. On beverage air reach in cooler
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in sugar container the handle in contact with sugar.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on stove In-use utensil stored in standing water 84F. Employee discarded liquid.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor next to flip top cooler.
Oct 24, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test strips.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed black rice cooked chicken white rice in Traulsen reach in. Operator date marked
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed expired 12/1/2022
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a bracelet while engaged in cutting cabbage. Employee removed
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear kitchen door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed In-use utensil stored in standing water temperature of 90F on flat top Operator moved container of utensils to open flame.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop being stored in mop bucket. Operator removed and stored correctly
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.