PAPA'S RAW BAR INC
4602-4612 N FEDERAL HWY, Lighthouse Point FL 33064 · 754-307-5034
Last inspected Dec 1, 2025 · 7 visits since January 2024
APR 24
SEP 24
FEB 25
JUL 25
DEC 25
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Crispy rice (51F), Shredded cheese (48F), and pico (48F) at flip top cooler opposite cookline in kitchen. Not prepared or portioned today. Stored in unit overnight per operator. See Stop Sale.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Dec 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, on blade of can opener stored at food prep table in kitchen. Operator started cleaning at the time of inspection.
Equipment in poor repair. 1. Door gasket torn at two door avantco reach in cooler, opposite cook line in kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 1. Observed Utensils water 74F, with in use scoop on food prep table in kitchen. 2. Observed Utensil water 100F, with in use spoons at cook line in kitchen. Operator stored utensils in water 135F.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at warewash. Operator posted sign.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Door gaskets at two door avantco reach in cooler opposite cook line in kitchen. 2. Door gasket at two door avantco reach in freezer in kitchen. 3. Single door reach in cooler door gasket in kitchen 2, opposite fryers.
Jul 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. 1. Observed blue painters tape used to repair cracked sushi display door. 2. Observed torn door gasket on two door True reach in cooler in main kitchen. 3. Observed torn door gaskets on drawers on reach in cooler under cookline in main kitchen. 4. Broken handle on microwave in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Hood filters above cookline in kitchen next to seafood case. 2. Door gaskets on reach in freezer in kitchen.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed on wall between flip top coolers in orep area next to seafood case.
Jul 21, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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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 Crispy rice (51F), Shredded cheese (48F), and pico (48F) at flip top cooler opposite cookline in kitchen. Not prepared or portioned today. Stored in unit overnight per operator. See Stop Sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Crispy rice (51F), Shredded cheese (48F), and pico (48F) at flip top cooler opposite cookline in kitchen. Not prepared or portioned today. Stored in unit overnight per operator. See Stop Sale.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed pitcher in hand sink basin at bar. Operator removed.
Equipment in poor repair. 1. Observed blue painters tape used to repair cracked sushi display door. 2. Observed torn door gasket on two door True reach in cooler in main kitchen. 3. Observed torn door gaskets on drawers on reach in cooler under cookline in main kitchen. 4. Broken handle on microwave in kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Utensil water 110F, within use utensils at cookline in main kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Hood filters above cookline in kitchen next to seafood case. 2. Door gaskets on reach in freezer in kitchen.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed on wall between flip top coolers in orep area next to seafood case.
Feb 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food employee filling container with water at the hand sink next to cookline.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee personal drink stored next to food utensils on storage shelf at sushi prep area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed hole in the floor in front of avantco double door reach in cooler in main kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic jug of oil stored on floor at cookline in kitchen.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed stored on food prep table opposite cookline in kitchen.. Operator removed.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed on the drain board in the warehouse washing area. Operator removed.
Sep 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control not discarded at the end of the 4-hour/6-hour period. Observed rice cakes stored in reach-in cooler at sushi prep dated 9/22, prepared with rice held using time as a public health control per operator and not discarded. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control not discarded at the end of the 4-hour/6-hour period. Observed rice cakes stored in reach-in cooler at sushi prep dated 9/22, prepared with rice held using time as a public health control per operator and not discarded. See stop sale.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Door gaskets on two door reach in cooler opposite stove top in kitchen. 2. Reach in freezer door gaskets in kitchen. Operator cleaned during inspection.
Apr 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil water 75F, with in use utensils next to cookline in main kitchen. Operator dumped water and stored utensils dry.
Light not functioning. One light not functioning at the hood in the main kitchen.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning stored on cleaned utensil rack next to ware wash area.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use, at cutting board opposite cook line in the kitchen. Operator removed.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. 1. Observed standing water in the bottom of two door Avantco reach in cooler, opposite cookline in kitchen. 2. Observed standing water in bottom two door reach cooler opposite stoves at cookline in kitchen.
Jan 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, can opener blade in kitchen.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at the bar.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle at cookline in raw market kitchen. Operator labeled bleach.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee preparing food wearing a bracelet and watch. Employee removed watch and bracelet.
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler door gasket torn.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water underneath handsink in the kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Large hole in the floor in front of reach-in cooler in the kitchen.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. In use tongs stored on oven door handle in the market kitchen. Operator removed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil water with stored utensils, 75F next to the cook line in the kitchen. Operator moved utensil water to flame on stove top. Reheated to 140F.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray in the market kitchen.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on containers stored on clean utensil storage rack in warewashing area.
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.