PLEZI RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE
7776 NW 44 ST, Sunrise FL 33351 · 5612607876
Last inspected Apr 28, 2026 · 8 visits since January 2024
JAN 24
APR 24
OCT 25
FEB 26
≈ ERRATIC
4 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023001685 | Jan 6, 2023 | May 22, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Apr 28, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 9, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over bag with celery.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw shell eggs stored over butter in reach in cooler
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked pork cold held at 48F and Mac and cheese at 49F in double door cooler. As per operator, both items cooked and place in unit from yesterday. As per operator, none of these items were portions or prep today.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed cooked pork cold held at 48F and Mac and cheese at 49F in double door cooler. As per operator, both items cooked and place in unit from yesterday. As per operator, none of these items were portions or prep today. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken hot held in kitchen at 90F. Per operator, chicken cooker 2 hours prior to the inspection. Operator reheat chicken to 173F.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Operator handwashing sink block with food preparation table.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. No food manager certification at this time.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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. No reporting agreement for some employees.
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. -Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with degreaser at mop sink.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean pots stored on kitchen floor.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with long beard engaging food preparation.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed male employee in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. -Observed various food items stored on dry storage floor.
Stored food not covered. -Observed an uncovered bag with flour stored in dry storage area.
Oct 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator unable to locate
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall next to hand wash sink behind front counter
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light shield missing inside kitchen for ceiling light.
Apr 11, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee touched soiled cell phone and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked rice, cooked chicken located in Asber Cooler
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on Prep table
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.
Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Cooked chicken in Asber Cooler
Jan 26, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 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. 1. eggs (63F - Cold Holding) one door cooler black. 2. chicken (53F - Cold holding); pickle cabbage cold holding (53F) two door cooler in kitchen. Cold holding over 4 hours. See stop sale. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Two door cooler inside kitchen - curry goat (50F - Cooling); turkey (53F - Cooling), beef (53F - Cooling); liver (53F - Cooling) See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1. eggs (63F - Cold Holding) one door cooler black. 2. chicken (53F - Cold holding); pickle cabbage cold holding (53F) two door cooler in kitchen. Cold holding over 4 hours. See stop sale.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. 2 door reach in cooler in kitchen and one black door reach in cooler in hallway.
Jan 25, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate2 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. Two door cooler inside kitchen - curry goat (50F - Cooling); turkey (53F - Cooling), beef (53F - Cooling); liver (53F - Cooling) See stop sale.
In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in water at 84F.
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. 1. eggs (63F - Cold Holding) one door cooler black. 2. chicken (53F - Cold holding); pickle cabbage cold holding (53F) two door cooler in kitchen. Cold holding over 4 hours. See stop sale. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Two door cooler inside kitchen - curry goat (50F - Cooling); turkey (53F - Cooling), beef (53F - Cooling); liver (53F - Cooling) See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1. eggs (63F - Cold Holding) one door cooler black. 2. chicken (53F - Cold holding); pickle cabbage cold holding (53F) two door cooler in kitchen. Cold holding over 4 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. legumes 119F at 9:30am reheating since 8:30am 153F at 10am. Operator reheated temperature.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Provided poster
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. No consumer advisory for raw shell egg and undercooked burgers. Printed and posted sign.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. 2 door reach in cooler in kitchen and one black door reach in cooler in hallway.
Stored food not covered. Cooked Turkey in strainer not covered in reach in cooler.
Jan 25, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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.