MCALISTER'S DELI
7900 W SUNRISE BLVD UNIT C, Plantation FL 33322 · 754-551-6360
Last inspected Oct 24, 2025 · 13 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections within 21 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 4 flying insects flying from shelf over three compartments sink.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
13 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 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 23, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Approximately 1flying insect flying insects found the bathroom. Approximately 2 flying insects in the dining room area. Approximately 1 flying insect next to the dish machine. Approximately 1 flying insect in the kitchen area. Approximate total of 5 flying insects not landing.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Prep boards soiled with food debris well after use.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Not in use compartment areas in kitchen soiled with food debris. Advised operator to clean.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Not in use reach in cooler soiled with food debris. Advised operator to clean.
Jun 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 17, 2025Administrative determination recommendedComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed 2 small flying insects at front counter by soda machine. Observed 3 small flying insects by ice machine and triple sink, landing on wall and shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at flip top cooler in kitchen - pastrami (48F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding) as per operator items no portioned or prepared today, item held out of temperature for approximately 45 minutes. Operator placed bags of ice on top of items.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at mop sink.
Nov 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 7, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. - Observed 1 flying insect flying around dry storage. - observed one flying insect flying around shelf across from three compartment sink. - Observed one flying insect flying around office.
Nov 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. - Observed 1 flying insect flying around dry storage. - observed one flying insect flying around shelf across from three compartment sink. - Observed one flying insect flying around office.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken portions (42-49F - Cold Holding); ham slices (42-50F - Cold Holding). Per operator, items were out of temperature for approximately 30mins. Items placed in low boy cooler to rapid cool.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed employee employed approximately 2 weeks not informed of their report responsibility.
Sep 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 9, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Daniel A. Expired 2/13/24
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Jul 12, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Daniel A. Expired 2/13/24
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of training for Robert L.
Jul 11, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 4 flying insects flying from shelf over three compartments sink.
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. Observed at salad bar corn and beans (51F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Turkey (53 F - Cold Holding); Ham (51F - Cold Holding); blue cheese (54F - Cold Holding). Per operator, items were not prepared or portioned today. Items have been out of temp for more than four hours. Items fell out of temperature as a result of faulty cooler. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at sandwich station portioned chicken (42-46F - Cold Holding). Per operator, items have been out of temperature for approximately 1 hour. Items were not prepared or portioned today. Top layer placed in low boy to rapid cool. Observed at salad bar corn and beans (51F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Turkey (53 F - Cold Holding); Ham (51F - Cold Holding); blue cheese (54F - Cold Holding). Per operator, items were not prepared or portioned today. Items have been out of temp for more than four hours. Items fell out of temperature as a result of faulty cooler. See stop sale.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Daniel A. Expired 2/13/24
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of training for Robert L.
Oct 4, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Oct 3, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One flying insect flying around office. One flying insect flying around Carbo mixer next to walk in cooler. One flying insect flying around storage area next to steam table across from office. Approximately 5 flying insects flying around and landing on cases of single service items and packets of chips in kitchen area behind door next to dishwashing machine area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed : Reach in cooler corned beef (41-47F - Cold Holding); pastrami (41-45F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (41-46F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (41-45F - Cold Holding). Items were packed above fill line which resulted in the top layers being out of temperature. Items were out of temp for approximately 15minutes. Employee removed top layers and placed in walk in cooler to rapid cool.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Employee food next to single service items on shelf next to dish washer area. Manager removed.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers wet nesting in preparation table next to steam table. Employee removed and stored containers in a manner that will allow proper air drying.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
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