LIME FRESH MEXICAN GRILL
801 S UNIVERSITY DR BLDG A-102, Fort Lauderdale FL 33324 · 954.472.5550
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 9 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 31 points better than where it started.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 live flying insects landing on exit door.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled bottle with chemicals by the dishwashing area. Operator labeled properly.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in contact with spices in the prep area. Operator removed scoop handle from contact with spices.
Feb 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees glasses stored over the prep area at the front counter. Operator stored employees belongings properly.
Jan 16, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 17, 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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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front handwashing sink with ice in it. Operator removed ice.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 4 employees food handlers licenses expired at time of inspection with expiration dates of 10/29/2025.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle from a scoop in contact with the pico de gallo in the walk in cooler. Operator removed scoop.
Jun 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed in the walk in cooler employees personal food items, held in a tray not identified as employees food, was above the food for the restaurant. Manager moved the tray to a lower level and marked it as employee food.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees personal items, eyeglasses and phone, being held above the prep area in the kitchen. Manager moved the items to a different location away from food/prep area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a bottle of cooking oil in a spray bottle that was not labeled. Manager was informed at labeled the bottle as cooking oil.
Jan 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed in walk-in cooler black beans (117F - Cooling) since 10:45 am see stop sale
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk-in cooler black beans (117F - Cooling) since 10:45 am
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on fry station fish batter (61F - Cold Holding) out room temperature sitting in a container with melted ice. Operator placed in ice bath.
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit.
Spray bottle containing toxic bleach and water substance not labeled. Operator labeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior left and right side.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in container of mix cinnamon a plastic soufflé cup with no handle used to dispense product. Operator removed.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Drawer handles below char grill.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed black mold like substance inside mop sink.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed at front counter sanitizer bucket stored next to single serve cups. Operator removed
Oct 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 live flying insects landing on exit door.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Observed accumulation of brown like substance buildup inside ice machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Observed acc -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup inside mop sink.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. -Observed sanitizer bucket stored on counter next to various food items. Operator removed and stored properly.
Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Operator covered and removed container.
Utensils in poor condition. -Observed a spatula with deep chipped. Operator discarded at will.
Mar 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no trash can with lid inside women's restroom in dining area.
Dec 1, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed refried beans (86-90F - Cooling) since 11:30am in walk-in cooler. Observed black beans (90-98F - Cooling) since 11:45am in walk-in cooler. Operator placed items in ice baths to quickly chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheese (47F - Cold Holding)at front counter. Per operator less than four hours. Operator moved to walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (115F - Hot Holding) per operator less than four hours. Operator move rice to reheat to 165F
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket stored in hand washing sink next to fryer. Operator removed
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed expired December 1, 2022
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on shelf with aluminum to go containers and single serve plates. Operator removed
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in salt container the handle in contact with salt. Operator removed
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