GRAND RESORT AND SPA
539 N BIRCH RD, Fort Lauderdale FL 33304
Last inspected Jun 22, 2026 · 5 visits since October 2023
OCT 23
SEP 25
APR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
3 inspections trending down, 27 points off where it started.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Self service coffee area - milk (69-70F). Per operator item placed out approximately an hour ago. Operator placed on time as a public health control.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2022010545 | Feb 1, 2022 | May 5, 2022 | $160 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Jun 22, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge - Gaston Marcow.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine 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.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Dry storage room - containers of oranges and bananas.
Apr 21, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded.
0 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Front counter - milk - per operator opened 2 days ago. Operator date marked.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge - Gaston Marcow.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine 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.
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. 1 employee without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator.A
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator's food thermometer needs new battery.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Dry storage room - containers of oranges and bananas.
In-use ice scoop stored on top of visibly soiled ice machine between uses. Operator stored properly.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Operator cleaned during inspection.
Nov 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Breakfast bar added - coffee station and griddles.
Sep 12, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Self service coffee area - milk (69-70F). Per operator item placed out approximately an hour ago. Operator placed on time as a public health control.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookkine - cooked carton eggs - hot holding approximately 1 hour at 9:20am (108-112F - Hot Holding). Operator increased heat to properly reheat.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Chick peas - prepared 4 days ago. Operator date marked.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter hand sink. Operator replaced.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Breakfast bar added - coffee station and griddles.
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.
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. 3 employees without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Front counter hand sink. Operator replaced.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter hand sink. Operator posted.
Oct 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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