HOOK & REEL CAJUN SEAFOOD & BAR
7562 W COMMERCIAL BLVD, Lauderhill FL 33319
Last inspected Apr 22, 2024 · 4 visits since October 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
NOV 23
FEB 24
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024028459 | Apr 22, 2024 | Oct 18, 2024 | $320 |
Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Apr 22, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar
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 stored on floor. Observed plastic frying oil container and plastic vinegar bottle on cook line. Observed boxes of beef and French fries stored on walk-in freezer floor
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on floor in walk-in freezer.
Feb 20, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate8 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 dishwasher chlorine 0 Ppm sanitizer was empty operator replaced rechecked 100 Ppm
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw clams over cucumbers in Atosa 2 door glass reach in cooler. Operator inverted
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over sour cabbage in flip top cooler on cook line. Operator inverted items
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed catfish in flip top cooler. Per operator less than 1 hour. Operator placed in walk-in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar
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 soap provided at handwash sink at bar
No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed plastic open plastic water bottle and coffee cup on clean dish rack on cook line. Operator removed
Equipment in poor repair. Observed make table ambient temperature 68F. Unit not working. Operator had placed items in walk-in cooler prior to inspection. Operator placed call to technician. Advices operator to place items on ice unit is fixed.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic frying oil container and plastic vinegar bottle on cook line. Observed boxes of beef and French fries stored on walk-in freezer floor
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on floor in walk-in freezer.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed 2 knives between make table and prep table on cook line. Observed 1 knife between 2 make tables on cook line
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave on front counter has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed sliced pork 36F and beef tripe 38F sitting on prep sink at room temperature. Operator moved to walk in cooler
Working containers of food cornstarch removed from original container not identified by common name.
Nov 8, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over red peppers and bags of red onions. Operator moved eggs to lower shelf.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed containers of raw beef and chicken over sauces. Employee moved items to lower shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in flip top cooler hard boiled eggs (47F - Cold Holding) per operator held less than four hours operator moved to inside cooler.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee rinse hands in the prep two compartment sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense salt and rice. Operator removed
Food stored on floor. Observed in walk-in cooler plastic containers of sauce on the floor
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on walk-in freezer floor and compressor unit.
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 a container of dried garlic butter and seasoning the handle in contact with the dried garlic butter and seasoning. Operator removed
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed by rice cooker In-use utensil stored in standing water temperature 74F. Operator discarded water cleaned and sanitized scoops and placed in clean cup.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed shrimp sitting in a bowl of water at prep sink. Employee removed and placed in walk-in cooler.
Oct 24, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.
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.