LAQUINTA INN
3800 W COMMERCIAL BLVD, Fort Lauderdale FL 33309 · 3212314580
Last inspected Jan 5, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
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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 milk at 51F and butter at 53F, not date marked. As per operator not sure when place in cooler.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $280
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2017040041 | Jul 25, 2017 | Sep 14, 2017 | $280 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jan 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed stainless steel whisk and green scub pads stored in hand washing sink.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Operator had chlorine using quaternary as sanitizer.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary test strips.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided.
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License posted expired on December 1 2025
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellphone on prep table stored in front of microwave.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of oranges stored on the floor in storage room 2 b. Operator elevated
Aug 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority6 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinsing wiping clothing hand washing sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary test strips
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.Storage Room 2 B
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Storage Room 2 B
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Observed apple on buffet line
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee wearing a watch on left wrist
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of 10 ounce cups stored on floor
Mar 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash 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. Unable to access
Food stored on floor. Plastic water bottle on the floor
Dec 4, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 2, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed tongs in hand washing sink. Employee removed.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Anita Craig
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Next to three compartment 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 soap provided at handwash sink. Next to three compartment sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic sanitizer substance not labeled. Operator labeled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on freezer chest soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single serve forks knives and spoons not stored inverted or protected from contamination at waffle station.
Mar 21, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no probe thermometer on premises.
- From initial inspection : No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed no boiler certification.
Mar 20, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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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 milk at 51F and butter at 53F, not date marked. As per operator not sure when place in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed waffle mix in dispenser at 53F. As per operator waffle mix was made 3 hours prior to inspection. Observed milk at 51F and butter at 53F, not date marked. As per operator not sure when place in cooler. Operator disposed of waffel mix, milk, and butter
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed commercially processed butter and milk not date marked. As per operator, unsure of when placed in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink used to clean juice drain in kitchen area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink at kitchen area.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no probe thermometer on premises.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottles with no common name in kitchen area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee handling food with no hair restraint.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single serve cups and bowls not inverted in kitchen area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitizer bucket throughout.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed no boiler certification.
Nov 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed sanitizer bucket not set up.
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.