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LYCHEE GARDEN

20 N FEDERAL HWY, Hallandale Beach FL 33009 · 4253728569

Last inspected Jan 23, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats45
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1607247
Grade history
APR 24
OCT 24
FEB 25
AUG 25
JAN 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 27 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Manager time marking 11:30AM- 3:30 PM.
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

1 case · $200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2023052320Aug 28, 2023Oct 12, 2023$200

Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Jan 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Equipment in poor repair. Cooler gasket torn.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Cleaver betweeb N equipment.
Basic/10-17-4
Aug 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Container of raw beef stored above container of raw pork in walk in cooler. Manager inverted.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Double doors reach in cooler- Bean Sprouts (49F - Cold Holding) Per Manager food item in unit less than 4 hours from walk in cooler. Item not prepared or portioned today. Manager add ice to quick chill.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on hat during inspection.
Basic/13-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Gasket of True Double Doors reach in cooler torn.
Basic/14-11-5
Feb 13, 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
Show 3 findings ▾
1) Bag of onions stored on floor front of walk in cooler. Manager elevated
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water temperature 82F. Manager stored in steam table.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrective Action Taken
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of to go containers stored on floor at entrance of storage station.
Basic/25-05-4
Oct 25, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of row chicken stored above case of cabbage in walk in cooler. Manager moved chicken to another location.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Manager time marking 11:30AM- 3:30 PM.
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Container of sauce stored on floor next to walk in cooler. Manager elevated.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Apr 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw chicken stored above container of cooked dumplings and case of cabbage in walk in cooler. Manager inverted.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Case of oil stored on floor in kitchen. Manager elevated.
Basic/08B-38-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on hat during inspection.
Basic/13-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Nov 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Manager labeled degreaser bottle.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Shelf with rust that has pitted the surface. Rack next to double door reach in across from prep area.
Basic/14-33-4
Aug 30, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Basic/36-32-5/Return visit Aug 30, 2023 · Same- Time Extended
Aug 28, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw cracked eggs stored above opened container of soy sauce in reach in cooler under flip top in cook line. Manager inverted. Case of raw chicken stored above case of raw pork ribs in walk in cooler. Manager inverted.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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. lowboy reach in-; Cooked pork (47F - Cold Holding); Pork dumplings (48F); Cooked wonton (46F - Cold Holding. Per Manager food items stored in unit overnight. Items not prepared nor portioned today. See Stop Sale.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. lowboy reach in-; Cooked pork (47F - Cold Holding); Cooked Pork dumplings (48F); Cooked wonton (46F - Cold Holding. Per Manager food items stored in unit overnight. Items not prepared nor portioned today. See Stop Sale. Walk in cooler: Cooked dumplings (46F - Cold Holding); Raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); Bean sprouts (47F - Cold Holding). Per manager foods item in unit less than 4 hours due to delivery received today and unit door left opened. Manager closed door.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Bean Sprouts and cut Cabbage not time mark. Manager time mark 3PM- 7PM.
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl without handle stored in container of flour in kitchen under prep table. Manager removed.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Case of oil stored on floor in storage are next to BetterZbilt double door reach in. Manager elevated.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Basic/36-32-5
Working containers of sugar removed from original container not identified by common name. Manager labeled sugar container.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning

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