HIDEAWAYS TAVERN AND GRILLE
1387 S UNIVERSITY DR, Plantation FL 33324 · 954-684-0662
Last inspected Apr 27, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw burger patties in refrigerator drawers. Operator removed chicken to bottom drawer.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $460
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2018051394 | Sep 18, 2018 | Dec 21, 2018 | $300 |
| 2--2018024667 | Apr 11, 2018 | Aug 8, 2018 | $160 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Apr 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon stored over ready to eat prime rib in the walk in cooler. Operator stored properly.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed wiping cloth.
Mar 16, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 14, 2026Warning 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 in the kitchen with a bag of tater tots in it. Operator removed tater tots.
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.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees phone stored over bread crumbs in the kitchen. Operator stored properly.
Ice buildup in the walk-in freezer.
Jul 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw burger patties in refrigerator drawers. Operator removed chicken to bottom drawer.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed precooked chicken wings cold held at 45F and ribs at 46-50F cold held in walk in cooler. As per operator, ribs cooked and placed in unit 2 days ago and precooked wings transfer to unit yesterday
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed precooked chicken wings cold held at 45F and ribs at 46-50F cold held in walk in cooler. As per operator, ribs cooked and placed in unit 2 days ago and precooked wings transfer to unit yesterday. See stop sale.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwash in kitchen used as dump sink, evidence by waste ice found inside.
Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. -Observed probe thermometer set at 22F.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed no date marked on cooked chicken wings cold, ribs and soup stored in walk in cooler. Per operator, all items cooked and placed in walk in cooler more than 24 hours ago.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed accumulation of black substance buildup inside ice machine.
Food stored on floor. -Observed container with cooking oil stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed and stored properly.
Stored food not covered. -Observed an uncover container with soup stored in walk in cooler.
Jun 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At dishwashing area.
Stored food not covered. -Observed an uncovered container with cooked mushrooms stored in walk cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed flour removed from the original container not labeled. Operator labeled.
Apr 16, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed tube of raw ground beef over container of honey mustard dressing in walk in cooler.. Operated stored correctly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed slice American cheese (41-55F - Cold Holding); slice provolone (42-50F - Cold Holding) in over stacked container per operator held out of temperature less then hour. Operator removed excess cheese and placed in lower cooler.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic soufflé cup with no handle in Cajun sauce. Operator removed.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Expired on December 1, 2024
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open water bottle on cook line. Operated removed
Food stored on floor. Observed container of cooking oil stored on the floor in kitchen
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Stored food not covered. Observed 4 containers of chicken wings not covered in walk in cooler
Oct 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw shell egg stored over sandwich wrapped in walk in cooler. Operator relocate raw shell egg.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -Observed employees touch her nose and continue to engaged in food preparation without changing gloves. After brief education, employee then changed gloves and wash hands.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Observed food container stored inside handwashing sink at cookline. Operator removed and stored properly.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup inside ice machine.
Food stored on floor. -Observed containers with cooking oil stored on kitchen floor.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at dishwashing stations.
Single-service articles improperly stored. -Observed cases with takeout containers stored on kitchen floor.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed bread crumbs removed from the original container not labeled. Operator labeled.
Jun 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the cookline flip top cooler, cut tomato (47F - Cold Holding); cut cheese (50F - Cold Holding). The items were stored in the cooler for approximately 3 hours. The items were removed, changed to metal pans and placed in the bottom cooler to quick chill and cold hold. the items were not prepped or portioned today.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Mar 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink on cook line. Operator replaced.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned and sanitized during inspection.
Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in dish area, by soda closet, by slicer.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed two chef knives stored between equipment. Operator removed, cleaned, sanitized, and stored properly.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go boxs stored directly on the floor in the soda room.
Aug 29, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine chlorine 0 Ppm. Sanitizer line pinched rechecked 50 Ppm
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator replaced
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl being used to dispense flour. Operator removed
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone being stored on top of make table. Employee removed
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on condenser unit in walk-in freezer.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife store between make table and cook table. Operator removed knives and cleaned and sanitized
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old date marks stuck on food containers after cleaning.
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.