REOLE RESTAURANT
4269 NW 12 ST, Lauderhill FL 33313 · 954-684-9620
Last inspected Jun 30, 2026 · 9 visits since May 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. At kitchen, 10 live roaches observed crawling. 4 on water heater, 3 on floor near mop sink, 2 underneath stove, 1 crawling on box of oil.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025077002 | Oct 21, 2025 | Feb 23, 2026 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jun 30, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority10 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 16 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed in reach in Valpro cooler, meat stored in printed to go bags. Operator removed and stored in food grade container.
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. Reach in cooler opposite cook line, Cooked white rice (50F - Cold Holding); cooked rice and peas (57F - Cold Holding). Per operator items were not prepared or portioned today. Items were left in cooler over night exceeding 6 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler opposite cook line, Cooked white rice (50F - Cold Holding); cooked rice and peas (57F - Cold Holding). Per operator items were not prepared or portioned today. Items were left in cooler over night exceeding 6 hours. See stop sale.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Emailed poster to manager.
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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. Emailed poster to manager.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked By chair. Operator removed during the inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Single serve boxes stored in Hand washing sink next to triple sink. Operator removed during the inspection.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager Abner Alexis.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For chlorine as the main sanitizer.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at entrance to kitchen. Operator provided during the inspection.
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.
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. No sanitizer of any kind available. Operator purchased bleach during the inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at entrance to kitchen. Operator provided during the inspection.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone on stove top. Employee removed and stored away during the inspection.
Standing water in floor drain. Floor drain in middle of cook line has standing water. Water is not over flowing when pipes are open.
Feb 27, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed establishment license expired since December 1st, 2025. Observed establishment is open and serving food to the public.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical test kit for chlorine as the main sanitizer.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents has accumulation of dust build up.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters above cook line soiled with food debris.
Feb 26, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handled her phone then continues to engage in food preparation and touching utensils without properly washing hands. Educated operator on proper hand washing procedures. Operator discarded gloves, washed hands and put on new gloves.
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee licked palm of hands to taste food then proceeds to engage in handling fried plantains Advised operator to wash hands and then engaged in food preparation. Employee washed hands and put on gloves.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed operator washing dishes without the sanitizing step. Advised operator to set up triple sink to sanitized dishes. Trip sink was set up reading chlorine 100 ppm. Operator sanitized all dishes during the inspection.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed in reach in freezer, raw beef stored in printed to go bags. Operator removed and placed in clear food grade bags.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed establishment license expired since December 1st, 2025. Observed establishment is open and serving food to the public.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in reach in cooler opposite cook, raw beef stored directly on top pan of cooked turkey. Educated operator on proper separation. Operator moved beef to the lower shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in kitchen, Cooked beans (85F - Hot Holding) reheated to 170F; Cooked rice (97F - Hot Holding) reheated to 205F; Turkey (80F - Hot Holding) reheated to 200F. Per operator items were out of temperature for less than two hours. Advised operator to reheat all items during the inspection.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge Abner Alexis.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical test kit for chlorine as the main sanitizer.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. 1.At hand wash sink at front counter. 2.At hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator provided during the inspection.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Observed establishment has no sanitizer of any kind. Operator purchased bleach during the inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink at front counter. Operator provided during the inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents has accumulation of dust build up.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed on microwave rack employee hand bag stored in pan with single serve items. Operator removed and stored away from food.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed one employee engaging in food preparation not wearing hair restraint.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing in employees only restroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters above cook line soiled with food debris.
Oct 22, 2025□ 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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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles damaged in lobby area.
Oct 21, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 7 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. At reach in refrigerator, raw chicken stored over unwashed produce. Advised operator of proper storage.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. At kitchen, 10 live roaches observed crawling. 4 on water heater, 3 on floor near mop sink, 2 underneath stove, 1 crawling on box of oil.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At kitchen reach in cooler, cooked rice (66F -Cold Holding); piklis (45F - Cold Holding)not prepared or portioned today. Operator stated items held out of temperature approximately 3 hours. Advised operator of proper cold holding parameters. Operator placed items into freezer to quick chill.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No vacuum breaker at hose Bibb with hose attached.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sinks blocked by employee personal belongings.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles damaged in lobby area.
Food stored on floor. At rear of kitchen, oil stored on floor.
Aug 25, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed interior of mop sink with mold like substance.
Jun 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority7 Intermediate9 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed black rice (73-75F - Cooling) stored in deep covered plastic container in reach in cooler per operator cooling since 11:00am. See stop sale
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed black rice (73-75F - Cooling) stored in deep covered plastic container in reach in cooler per operator cooling since 11:00am
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washing hands at three compartment sink.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed black rice (73-75F - Cooling) stored in deep covered plastic container in reach in cooler
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic container stored in hand washing sink in kitchen. Employee removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen. Operator provided
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Battery dead Operator replaced
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Front counter operator provided
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed stainless bowl with no handle used to dispense cooked pork. Operator removed.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing and rinsing equipment in one compartment of the sink. Explained to operator the correct order in three-compartment sink.
Food stored on floor. Box of plantains on kitchen floor. Plastic water bottles on the floor front counter. Plastic containers of cooking oil stored on kitchen floor.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Sign was being framed.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed interior of mop sink with mold like substance.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked turkey not covered. Operator covered
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall between three compartment sink and reach in freezer accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
May 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed whole raw shell eggs not pasteurized stored over white rice in reach in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter
No soap provided at handwash sink. In kitchen
Food stored on floor. Observed bag 2 bags of onions on the floor in storage area. Observed a container of cooking oil on the floor in the kitchen.
Interior of microwaves has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed mop bucket station surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of plastic containers stored on the floor in storage area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed cooked goat 34F chicken wings 29F cooked pork 34F out at room temperature on shelf above stove. Operator placed in reach in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Between reach in freezer and three compartment sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop wet nesting in mop bucket
May 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. 1.In employee bathroom 2, Next to three compartment sink 3. Front counter.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Employee bathroom
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Unisex bathroom
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Unisex bathroom
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.Valbro reach in
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. 1. Next to Three compartment sink 2. Front counter
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.