KEKOON RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE
15531 SHERIDAN ST, Davie FL 33331 · 9544563283
Last inspected Jul 8, 2026 · 10 visits since June 2024
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired December 1, 2024
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 8, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 8, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on Dec 1, 2025.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork stored over ready to eat pasta in the walk in cooler. Operator stored properly.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bag of sugar stored on floor. Operator stored properly.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice at the bar. Operator stored properly.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover in the dishwashing area.
Jul 10, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate6 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 DM at 00 ppm after several attempts. Operator set up triple sink.
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed at walk in cooler - container of shredded cheese with mold growth. Operator discarded at will, see stop sale.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at walk in cooler - raw shell eggs stored over Butter. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at walk in cooler - butter (46F - Cold Holding); as per employee item not portioned or prepared today. Item held out of temperature for approximately 2 hours. Operator moved item away from coolers door.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at warmer box in kitchen - rice with beans (111F - Hot Holding) as per employee item held out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes. Observed at shelf above grill - grilled chicken (118F - Hot Holding) as per operator items held out of temperature for approximately 45 minutes.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed at main bar - soda gun soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed at dry good room. Sink not accessible due to boxes and equipment stored in front of it. Employee removed and stored correctly.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink at main bar.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine next to dry goods room.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone on prepping top at salad bar. Observed earbud case store on shelf above prepping table. Operator removed and stored items correctly.
Food stored on floor. Observed a t walk in cooler - box of raw chicken stored directly on the floor.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave at salad station.
Open dumpster lid. Observed 2 dumpster on northern side with lids open.
Feb 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 29, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate3 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 machine at 00ppm after several attempts.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired December 1, 2024
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at walk in cooler - raw salmon stored over cooked oxtails. Operator stored correctly.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at nose bibb outside (hose connected)
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at mop sink next to walk in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink at main bar. Operator provided roll of paper towels.
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. Observed 4 employees on duty without proof of training.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink at main bar. Operator provided soap.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine next to dry goods room.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed 2 full tanks of Co2 not secured properly, stored next to mop sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at handwashing sink at outside bar. Operator provided sign
Dec 4, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired December 1, 2024
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed container on table in kitchen next to grill - crab cakes (76F - Hot Holding) as per operator item held out for approximately 5 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on table next to steam table in kitchen - Alfredo sauce (76F - Cold Holding); tequila tomato sauce (46F - Cold Holding) as per operator items held out of temperature for approximately 1 hour. Items not portioned or prepared today. Operator placed items in ice bath to bring down the temperature.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed container on table in kitchen next to grill - crab cakes (76F - Hot Holding) as per operator item held out for approximately 5 hours. See stop sale.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink at outside bar. Observed at handwashing sink at main bar Observed at handwashing sink in dry goods room. Operator provided item.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink at outside bar. Observed at handwashing sink at main bar. Operator provided item.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 3 employees on food preparation duties without proof of training.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink at main bar and side bar.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at outside bar.
Employee experiencing persistent sneezing, coughing, runny nose, or discharge from eyes working with food, clean equipment or utensils, and/or unwrapped single-service items. Observed employee sneezing while engaged in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of pasta stored directly on the floor at dry goods room.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at handwashing sink at outside bar.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed shrimp (35F) thawing at room temperature in triple sink. Operator ran water on item.
Nov 7, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spoon stored in sink at handwashing sink next to dishwasher machine. Operator stored correctly.
Nov 6, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed at walk in cooler - raw beef stored over oranges.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed next to steam table - container of vodka tomato sauce (70F - Hot Holding) as per operator item not portioned today. Held out of temp for approximately 5 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at lower compartment cooler - red snapper (45F - Cold Holding); shredded chicken (48F - Cold Holding) As per operator items held out of temperature for approximately 2 hours. Not portioned or prepared today. Operator placed items in cooler for quick chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at steam table near expo window - ox tail (113F - Hot Holding); beans with beef (115F - Hot Holding); cooked veggie sause (103F - Hot Holding); As per operator items out of temperature for approximately 1 hour. Operator raised table's temperature. Observed next to steam table - container of vodka tomato sauce (70F - Hot Holding) as per operator item not portioned today. Held out of temp for approximately 5 hours. See stop sale.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed at handwashing sink next to dishwasher machine - cart with utensil blocking access to sink. Operator cleared area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spoon stored in sink at handwashing sink next to dishwasher machine. Operator stored correctly.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink next to dishwasher machine. Observed at handwashing sink at bar.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine next to dry goods room.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed jars on shelf above dishwasher machine -
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking from an open container at expo window in kitchen.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 employee engaged in food preparation with no hair restrain. Employees complied
Food stored on floor. Observed at storage room - boxes of beans stored directly on the floor. Additionally observed boxes of plantain on floor next triple sink.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on prepping table in kitchen. Operator stored correctly.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed opened bottle of water in cooler in kitchen. Operator stored correctly.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed at triple sink - calamari thawing in standing water - operator turned water on for proper thawing.
Jun 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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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/
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned and sanitized during inspection.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator printed during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed: 1. in walk-in cooler, cases of food stored directly on the floor. 2. Case of soda syrup on dry storage room floor. 3. Cases of food on freezer floor.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed take out food boxs stored directly on floor in dry storage room.
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Observed multiple soda guns with no drain lines at bar.
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