LITTLE COFFEE SHOPPE
1172 N FEDERAL HWY, Pompano Beach FL 33062 · 954.504.0774
Last inspected Jul 17, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired December 1, 2023.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 17, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
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. Dishwasher chlorine sanitizer at 0 ppm after 3 attempts. Advised operator to discontinue use of machine and use 3 compartment sink until repaired.
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 poster to operator.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Bagel with Lox ( Cold Smoked Salmon), not identified on menu as raw.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed poster to operator.
Jul 9, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate1 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. Spinach quiche prepared two days ago and held in reach in cooler at 46 F- Heated Cooling. Per operator, food not prepped or portioned today. Food was discarded. See Stop Sale.
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. Dishwasher chlorine sanitizer at 0 ppm after 3 attempts. Advised operator to discontinue use of machine and use 3 compartment sink until repaired.
Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Probe thermometer soiled with grease and food debris. Employee cleaned and sanitized thermometer.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler, Raw shell eggs stored over cream and croissants. Raw salmon stored atop cheese log. Employee moved raw food items to bottom shelf.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Spinach quiche prepared two days ago and held in reach in cooler at 46 F- Heated Cooling. Per operator, food not prepped or portioned today. Food was discarded. See Stop Sale.
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 poster to operator.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Disposable coffee stirrer stored in handwashing sink at front counter. Employee removed stirrer.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Bagel with Lox ( Cold Smoked Salmon), not identified on menu as raw.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed poster to operator.
Oct 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. In reach in cooler, cooked vegetables cooked 10 days ago as per operator. See Stop Sale.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. In reach in cooler, cooked vegetables cooked 10 days ago as per operator. See Stop Sale.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Quaternary sanitizer solution in triple sink reading over 500 ppm. Operator corrected to 200 ppm.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in triple sink. Employee was educated on washing hands in handwashing sink only. Employee rewashed hands in handwashing sink.
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. Provided poster to manager and displayed.
No chemical test kit provided when using quaternary sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. No probe thermometer at establishment.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Prep food employee wearing bracelet whilst preparing food. Employee removed bracelet.
Food stored on floor. Buckets of baking powder and baking soda stored on floor next to triple sink. Employee removed and placed on shelf.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided poster to operator and displayed.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Buckets of white flour and salt with no labels in kitchen on shelf. Manager labeled.
Jul 7, 2025Inspection 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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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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At front counter, two spray bottles containing sanitizer not labeled. Employee labeled bottles
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles by public restroom and complimentary water missing and in disrepair.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. In kitchen, employee beverage stores on cutting board. Employee removed beverage.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. In kitchen at mop sink, wet mop not stored correctly to let dry.
Nov 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink by mop sink blocked by mop bucket and ladder
Jul 12, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired December 1, 2023
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. By mop sink, handwashing sink blocked by mop.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At front counter, spray bottle containing sanitizer not labeled.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In hallway by bathroom, ceiling tile soiled with water damage.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vent soiled with dust or mold like substance in hallway by bathroom.
Dec 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired December 1, 2023.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Behind front counter, coffee cups stored on floor. Operator removed.
Oct 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towels used as liners for food. Chef discarded paper towels
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.three door flip top cooler top part at cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding); ham (47F - Cold Holding), moved items to working cooler and called for maintenance
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by a mop and bottle in hand wash sink. Chef removed items
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Chef discarded bottle of water
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
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