JOHN THE BAKER
1636/1638 SE 3RD CT, Deerfield Beach FL 33441 · 954-553-5737
Last inspected Aug 12, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and B. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Stick of butter 64° in flip top reach in cooler in the kitchen. Butter was placed above load line on top of lid of cheese, less than four hours ago per operator. Operator placed in cooler to quick chill.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,450
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2021037329 | Aug 10, 2021 | Nov 19, 2021 | $400 |
| 2--2016047028 | Oct 3, 2016 | Apr 12, 2017 | $650 |
| 2--2015043927 | Oct 1, 2015 | Mar 3, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Food stored on floor. Observed bagged onions on the floor in the walk in cooler.
Interior of flip top cooler doors at reach in cooler in prep in disrepair/has exposed insulation.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Observed dust on hood filters at cookline in kitchen. 2. Walk in cooler door gaskets.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in bucket in warewash area.
Dec 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Standing water in bottom of True, two door reach-in-cooler in prep area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on food prep counter in prep area. Operator removed.
Sep 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 16, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Plumbing system in disrepair. 1. Condensate dripping from vent on ceiling and onto food prep table opposite cook line in kitchen. 2. Hose at ceiling leaking onto floor in front of large mixer in kitchen.
Jul 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed two black scoops in basin of hand sink by large mixer in kitchen.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. 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 four employees working with food and no CFM on site.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink opposite the triple 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.
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 of any employee reporting agreement for any employee
Drain cover(s) missing at the triple sink in the kitchen.
In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses at cook line in kitchen.
Plumbing system in disrepair. 1. Condensate dripping from vent on ceiling and onto food prep table opposite cook line in kitchen. 2. Hose at ceiling leaking onto floor in front of large mixer in kitchen.
Standing water in bottom of three door reach-in-cooler, opposite fryer in kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored on floor next to bathroom.
Mar 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 9, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Stick of butter 64° in flip top reach in cooler in the kitchen. Butter was placed above load line on top of lid of cheese, less than four hours ago per operator. Operator placed in cooler to quick chill.
Establishment curing food without an approved variance from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator drying beef/picanha at the establishment without HCCAP plan.
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 soap provided at handwash sink in the prep area or kitchen hand sinks.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop inside salt at food prep table in the kitchen. Operator removed.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored on food prep table by cookline. Operator removed.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Unlabeled container of salt on food prep table opposite cook line in the kitchen. Operator labeled "salt".
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.