LAS VEGAS RESTAURANT #5
2807 E OAKLAND PARK BLVD, Fort Lauderdale FL 33306 · 954.564.1370
Last inspected Oct 24, 2025 · 9 visits since July 2023
APR 24
AUG 24
JAN 25
JUL 25
OCT 25
— STEADY
5 inspections within 28 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2015042878 | Sep 9, 2015 | Oct 9, 2015 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Oct 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Plumbing system in disrepair. Broken pipes under three compartment sink
Oct 23, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Cooked beef 47F, Cooked Chicken 47F, Cooked potatoes. Walk In Cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Ham 44F, Cheese 44F. Reach In Cooler. Cooked chicken; (47F); Beef (46F)Cooked Potatoes; (46F)Raw chicken; 45F Cooked beef. Walk In Cooler
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink next to ice machine blocked by Pans and Metal Utensils
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/
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Pots and pans are washed and rinsed but not sanitized
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Broken pipes under three compartment sink
Jul 28, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee washed hands with no soap. Employee re-washed hands with soap and warm water.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken; (43F)Beef; (45F); Fish (45F);
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked chicken held at less than 135F Employee reheated chicken to 170F
No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check chlorine sanitizer.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. No chlorine sanitizer is being used for sanitizing utensils at 3Compartment sink.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed scoop
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jan 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Cook handled raw chicken then proceed to plate cooked rice without washing hands and changing gloves. Employee washed hands and put new gloves on.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 6 Containers of black beans cooked yesterday at 8.00pm and left in Walk In Cooler to cool over night with temperature ranging from 48F to 52F Black Beans (48F - Cold Holding); Black beans (49F - Cold Holding); Black beans (49F - Cold Holding); Black Beans (52F - Cold Holding); Black Beans (50F - Cold Holding)
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Black beans in walk in cooler cooked at 8.00pm on 01/29/25 and left covered to cool in Walk In cooler overnight. Temperature taken at 1:15 pm on 1/30/25 ranges from 48F to 52F Black Beans (48F - Cold Holding); Black beans (49F - Cold Holding); Black beans (49F - Cold Holding); Black Beans (52F - Cold Holding); Black Beans (50F - Cold Holding)
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by cooking pots Operator removed pots
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/ Asst Manager on duty Alejandra Almeida
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Used to dispense cooked rice Operator removed bowl
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice Machine and ice bin Manager removed ice scoop
Time/temperature control for safety food not maintained frozen solid in a freezer.
Aug 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pork (45F - Cold Holding); Black beans (45F - Cold Holding)
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Apr 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Server
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Server washed hands with soap and warm water.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed Clean up procedures for clean up and vomiting. Manager print and posted Written procedures.
No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Manager removed container
Employee drinking in a food preparation area
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Manager removed scoop
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Men's room
Nov 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over cooked chicken. Reach in Cooler. Employee removed and placed cooked foods at the top of Cooler
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee touched raw beef and pork then touched raw chicken without washing hands and changing gloves
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Used to dispense rice
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling tile missing.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Aug 1, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Explained to operator about date marking the clam tags.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair though out kitchen.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jul 31, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed shredded beef (48F - Cold Holding); yellow rice (48F - Cold Holding); red beans (51F - Cold Holding). Not prep or portion today.Per operator not removed from walk in cooler held overnight in cooler. See stop sale.
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled clean plate
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef over sliced red and green peppers in flip top cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed shredded beef (48F - Cold Holding); yellow rice (48F - Cold Holding); red beans (51F - Cold Holding). Not prep or portion today.Per operator not removed from walk in cooler held overnight in cooler.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Explained to operator about date marking the clam tags.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed procedure to operator.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. shredded beef (48F - Cold Holding); yellow rice (48F - Cold Holding); red beans (51F - Cold Holding). Not prep or portion today.Per operator not removed from walk in cooler held overnight in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dust pan and broom in front of hand washing sink next to the three compartment sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic drinking cup on the hand washing sink.
Spray bottle containing degreaser toxic substance not labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense cooked rice. Employee removed
Commercially processed salmon reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicatingB that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package in walk-in cooler.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair though out kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed peeled in plastic container of peeled onions on walk-in cooler floor. Observed plastic bucket of plantains on walk in cooler floor.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Working containers of sugar removed from original container not identified by common name located in thaa
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.