LELE APYE CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT
1752 NW 38 AVE., Lauderhill FL 33311
Last inspected Mar 11, 2026 · 6 visits since April 2024
APR 24
SEP 24
JAN 25
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5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Mar 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw fish stored over cooked TCS foods in chest freezer.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over lemonade mixture on storage shelf. Operator transfer eggs to bottom shelf.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink throughout kitchen.
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marked on cooked chicken stored in refrigerator. Per operator, food cooked more than 24 hours.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with cleaning chemical in storage area.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean pots stored on kitchen floor.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup into microwave. Operator cleaned and sanitized.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed a wet wiping cloth in kitchen not stored in sanitizing solution between use.
Oct 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed in chest freezer, take out bags used to cover cooked food. Operator replaced with foil.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink in kitchen blocked with dirty pots and pans. Operator removed.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple items in chest freezer, frozen solid. Per operator all 2 or more days since production, no date marks.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Observed a frozen Turkey, no longer frozen solid, slacking in 3 compartment sink. Operator returned to refrigerator.
Mar 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 3, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple items in freezer with no date marks. Operator states, all prepared more than 48 hours prior.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Food stored on floor. Observed: 1. in store room, plastic water bottles stored directly on the floor. 2. Dry goods such as beans, rice, etc all stored directly on the floor.
Stored food not covered. Observed multiple items in freezer, frozen solid, with no covers.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
Sep 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at both front counter and restroom handwash sinks. Operator provided for both.
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.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed no door closure device.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic soda, water, and drink bottles stored directly on the floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Apr 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Sauce prepared more than 24 hours, no date mark.
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.