HELENAS COFFEE
823B S UNIVERSITY DR, Plantation FL 33324 · 305.965.3229
Last inspected Dec 1, 2025 · 7 visits since November 2023
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4 inspections trending up, 31 points better than where it started.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef empanada (46°F - Cold Holding) stored in display case at front counter. Per operator, food not prepped or portioned today; food stored in display case overnight. Stop sale.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Dec 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 30, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink by mop sink used to store wiping clothes. Operator removed wiping cloths.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed Norwegian Helena's Special, Alaska Helena's Special and Salmon Avocado Toast listed on the menu with raw salmon and not identified to contain a raw product.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed in office a hole in the wall.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed insect control device installed over food prep area near triple sink.
Jul 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple Sink (Quaternary +400ppm ). Operator made new solution, quaternary sanitizer, 200 ppm.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Open container of skim milk, employee placed date label.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Front counter- located above sandwich station, employee removed.
May 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 7, 2024Warning 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/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs stored next to ready to eat chicken. Chicken not commercially packaged.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Brandi Eden expired 12/11/2018
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed wiping cloth stored in hand wash sink next to mop sink. Operator removed.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Daniela N. employed more than 60 days with no proof of training.
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. No proof that employee has been informed of their reporting responsibilities. Renata R. Operator printed and reviewed responsibilities with employee.
Food stored on floor. Observed water stored on floor in storage area. Operator removed and stored appropriately.
Nov 16, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 14, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon stored over sliced cheese inside flip top cooler at front counter. Operator properly stored.
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 beef empanada (46°F - Cold Holding) stored in display case at front counter. Per operator, food not prepped or portioned today; food stored in display case overnight. Stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef empanada (46°F - Cold Holding) stored in display case at front counter. Per operator, food not prepped or portioned today; food stored in display case overnight. Stop sale.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper installed over flip top cooler at front counter.
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