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RIND AND GRIND

1135 E SUNRISE BLVD, Fort Lauderdale FL 33304 · 9543684890

Last inspected Apr 2, 2026 · 9 visits since March 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats8
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1624965
Grade history
MAY 24
OCT 24
MAR 25
OCT 25
APR 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 19 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects found Approximately 10 live flying insects landing on the walk over the front counter. Approximately 10 live flying insects landing on the hanging light cords above the front counter.
High priority/35A-02-7/Admin Complaint
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Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Apr 2, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 1, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Approximately 10 live flying insects landing on the walk over the front counter. Approximately 10 live flying insects landing on the hanging light cords above the front counter.
High priority/35A-02-7/Admin Complaint
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In the container of vanilla whey protein powder, the scoop was buried in the powder. The scoop was removed.
Basic/10-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Over the front counter, the hanging light cords are dusty.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Single-service articles improperly stored. At the open end of the front counter, a case of cups and lids were stored on the floor. The items were moved up.
Basic/25-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. At the front counter make table.
Basic/29-49-6/Warning
Oct 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority1 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. Prep area - 3 door glass unit - tuna salad (45-47F). Per operator item held in unit overnight. Item not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Prep area - 3 door glass unit - tuna salad (45-47F). Per operator item held in unit overnight. Item not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale. Same unit - case of raw chicken (45F). Operator stated she would immediately fully cook item.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Front counter - Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine over 200ppm). Operator made new solution. Chlorine 100ppm.
High priority/41-18-4/Corrected On-Site
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary and chlorine.
Intermediate/16-37-1
Ceiling tile missing - prep room.
Basic/36-36-4
Mar 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee entered front counter and began working with food - preparing customer's drink order, without first washing hands. Reviewed proper hand washing and employee washed hands.
High priority/12A-16-4/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Tuna salad and sliced turkey - operator previously froze items (day 1), then later thawed in refrigerator- marked with 7 additional days. Reviewed proper date marking and operator dated items properly.
High priority/02C-01-5/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink. Front counter hand sink. Operator replaced.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Prep room - Triple door reach in - Unwashed vegetables stored over ready-to-eat tuna salad and turkey. Operator reorganized during inspection.
Basic/08B-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Front counter - Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator made new solution. Chlorine 100ppm.
Basic/21-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Oct 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Prep room - triple glass door reach in - raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat strawberries. Operator stored all items properly.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Single-service articles improperly stored. Cases of single service items stored on floor at front counter.
Basic/25-05-4/Repeat Violation
Jul 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 28, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator provided receipt for test date - May 31, 2024.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
Ceiling tile missing. Back Prep area - section of ceiling open.
Basic/36-36-4/Warning
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter scoop and spoons in water 71F. Operator removed.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Insect light on prep area front counter next to flip top and blender station.
Basic/35B-02-4/Warning
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Front counter reach in freezer.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning
Stored food not covered. Ice cream at front counter. Operator covered.
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
May 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning/Return visit May 28, 2024 · Operator provided receipt to take test May 31, 2024. Time Extended
Mar 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded.

0 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions. Provided handout to operator.
Intermediate/11-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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. Provided handout to operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
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. 1 employee without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Ham in triple door unit. Reviewed proper date marking. Operator properly date marked.
Intermediate/02C-04-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under triple sink.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle touching flax seeds. Operator stored properly.
Basic/10-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service containers stored on floor at front counter.
Basic/25-05-4/Warning
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Basic/21-12-4/Warning

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