PLAYHOUSE
5775 HALLANDALE BEACH BLVD, West Hollywood FL 33023 · 954.983.9487
Last inspected Aug 3, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
SEP 24
JAN 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
AUG 26
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1) 5 live roaches under rack with clean pots and pans in kitchen. 2) 1 live roach on kitchen floor. 3) 4 live roaches in dry storage next to kitchen. 4) 1 live roach on wall across walk in cooler.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024053167 | Sep 9, 2024 | Oct 2, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
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
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Feb 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Test kit for measuring the concentration of the sanitizing solution not used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Test strips expired. Operator disposed of.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed salmon removed from freezer 2 hours prior, still in reduced vacuum packaging. Operator removed.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at cook line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen walls deeply soiled.
Sep 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Container of raw fish stored above opened box of bread. In Atosa double doors reach in cooler. Chef inverted.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw fish stored above containers of pasta in walk in cooler. Chef inverted.
Bowl or no handle used to dispense flour. Chef removed during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood Filters soiled.
Open dumpster lid. Closed during inspection.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall throughout kitchen soiled.
Working containers of flour removed from original container not identified by common name. Chef labeled during inspection.
Mar 28, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Mar 17, 2025Call 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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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No Manager Certification provided.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Jan 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.Container of raw beef stored above box of raw bacon in walk in Cooler. Chef inverted
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Solutions 200PPM. Manager remade to 100 PPM.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No Manager Certification provided.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Container of oil stored on floor in kitchen. Cook elevated.
Sep 10, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback 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 chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No Quaternary test kit.
Sep 9, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 12 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Container of raw Philly Steak stored above bags of cooked potatoes skins in small chest freezer in kitchen. Chef removed raw Philly steak.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. 1) Container of raw shrimps stored above containers of sauces in double doors reach in cooler across from Atosa reach in cooler. 2) Container of raw chicken stored above container of cooked pasta in walk in cooler. Employee inverted.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1) 5 live roaches under rack with clean pots and pans in kitchen. 2) 1 live roach on kitchen floor. 3) 4 live roaches in dry storage next to kitchen. 4) 1 live roach on wall across walk in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Dirty cloth stored inside hands washing sink in kitchen. Cook removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No Quaternary test kit.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Cases of oils stored on floor in kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles and vents in kitchen soiled.
Dead roaches on premises. 4 dead roaches by kitchen exit door. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease and dust. Entire kitchen walls soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored on prep table. Employee stored in sanitizer bucket.
Jan 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate3 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. True double doors reach in cooler- Cooked pasta (48-50F - Cooling) Per Chef food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. Observed cooke Pasta stored in deep pan. See stop sale
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw Chicken stored above container of raw beef and container of cooked pasta in True double doors reach in cooler. Chef inverted.
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. True double doors reach in cooler- Cooked pasta (48-50F - Cooling) Per Chef food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. Observed cooked. Pasta stored in deep pan. See stop sale
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottle of degreaser stored on prep table front of microwave. Chef removed.
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Employee provided.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Chef labeled degreaser spray bottle during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vents in kitchen soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on prep table in kitchen. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket.
Working containers of oil removed from original container not identified by common name.. Manager labeled during inspection.
Aug 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Bags of raw ground beef stored above bags of raw fish in chest freezer next to double door cooler. Chef inverted.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar. Manager provided.
Ceiling tile missing in kitchen.
Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Salmon in reach in cooler not removed from bag during thawing. Cook removed from bag.
Container of oil stored on floor in kitchen. Chef elevated.
Working containers of flour removed from original container not identified by common name. Chef labeled flour container.
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.