RENAISSANCE FORT LAUDERDALE-PLANTATION HOTEL
1230 S PINE ISLAND RD, Plantation FL 33324
Last inspected Apr 17, 2026 · 9 visits since March 2024
MAY 24
OCT 24
MAR 25
NOV 25
APR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 29 points off where it started.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed: - approximately 6 flying insects flying around and landing on bar walls - 1 flying insect landing on beer dispenser - approximately 3 three flying insects flying around cords under bar counter. - approximately 2 flying insects landing on wall leading to back of bar.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 17, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 9, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. Observed drain line in the triple sink with less than a 1 inch air gap. Operator cut line to make at least a 1 inch air gap.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed teapot in the handwashing sink at the end of the buffet line. Operator removed item from handwashing sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by the triple sink.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 2 employees food handlers trainings expired.
Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. Observed Dishwasher (Temperature <160F). Operator will use the triple sink until the dishwasher is fixed.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed several plastic containers with wet nesting. Operator stored to allow air drying.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in the container of flour. Operator stored properly.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed wipe cloth.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Operator removed old labeled and rewashed the dishes.
Nov 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker on the splitter at the mop sink.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed no measuring device for the hot water sanitizer dish machine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink by can rack. Operator added paper towels.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed several metal containers in the dishwashing area not stored inverted. Operator stored properly.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed with an expiration date of December 1, 2025.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on several metal containers in the dishwashing area. Operator stored to allow air drying.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed a large amount on ice build up in the walk in freezer.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stuck to clean dishes in the dishwashing area. Operator removed old labels.
Mar 21, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over tortilla chips in walk in cooler. Operator stored correctly.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice (119-130F - Hot Holding) in hot holding unit per chef held out of temperature less than 1 hour. Employee placed in steamer to reheat.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Case of plastic water bottle in hand sink at dishwasher area. Operator removed
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At dishwasher area and cook line operator provided.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At dishwasher are Operator provided
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic third containers and Bain Marie plastic hotel pans not properly air-dried - wet nesting at dishwasher area
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed boiler certificate expired on 09/15/2024
Oct 31, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -Observed heavy ice buildup inside walk in cooler.
- From initial inspection : No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. -Observed boiler certification expired on 09/15/2024.
Oct 24, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. -Observed 2 dented cans with vanilla pudding on storage rack.
Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. -Observed sneeze guard needed at buffet line.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw shell eggs stored over cheese cake in walk in cooler. Operator removed and stored properly.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Observed hand wash sink block with rolling cart at cookline. Operator removed
Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. -Observed no measuring device available at the time of inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator replenished.
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Observed whole unwrapped apples at buffet station.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on AC vents and ceiling tiles in kitchen areas.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -Observed employee coffee stored on food preparation table. Operator removed and stored properly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Observed employees purses stored on shelves above food preparation table. Operator removed and stored properly.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -Observed heavy ice buildup inside walk in cooler.
Single-service articles improperly stored. -Observed takeout containers stored on floor in dry storage area.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. -Observed boiler certification expired on 09/15/2024.
May 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At the cook line. Paper towels were supplied
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with food debris. The gaskets of the reach in cooler in the prep area. The gaskets were cleaned during the inspection
Mar 5, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Mar 4, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed: - approximately 6 flying insects flying around and landing on bar walls - 1 flying insect landing on beer dispenser - approximately 3 three flying insects flying around cords under bar counter. - approximately 2 flying insects landing on wall leading to back of bar.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage stored next to clean metal pans on shelf in dish washing area. PIC discarded.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle not stored above white sugar. PIC stored appropriately.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk-in cooler gasket with an accumulation of black mold like debris.
Stored food not covered. Observed: -Stored pastry stored uncovered in walk-in cooler -Stored flour uncovered in flour bin.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed 0ppm. Corrected to 200ppm.
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