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506 N FEDERAL HWY, Fort Lauderdale FL 33301 · 8139920253
Last inspected Jun 25, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 18 points better than where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired December 1, 2023
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jun 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed additional vacuum breaker needed at mop sink where splitter added.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop with handle stored in container with cauliflower. Operator removed.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar removed from the original container not labeled.
Feb 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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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, employed less than 60 days was missing the employee agreement. The form was filled out and signed.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At the front counter by the hand sink, a spray bottle of soap and water was not labeled. An employees watch labeled the bottle.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In the container of jalapeño, a small ramekin was stored inside and used to dispense the food. The item was removed
Ceiling tiles soiled with accumulated dust. Over the cook line.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. In the front flip top cooler, an avocado was cut with the sticker still attached. The stickers were removed and the avocados were washed.
Oct 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 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 provide at time of inspection
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. Not provided for new employee. Provided to operator
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing yellow substance at front counter not labeled. Operator labeled bleach
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated dust. Observed above cook line
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag, jacket stored on prep table. Operator removed and properly stored
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets at 2 door flip top soiled
May 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 5, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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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/ PIC - Shanti Crumpler.
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. 3 employees without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator.
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.
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. Walk in cooler - Raw salmon. Per operator placed in unit approximately 4 hours ago to thaw. Reviewed proper procedures and operator immediately opened packages.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Scoop handle in cut kale. Operator stored properly.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor - Cookline. Operator stored properly.
Oct 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Cookline - large flip top - raw tuna stored over ready to eat sauces. Operator stored all items properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Cookline - large flip top - diced tomatoes - ambient cooling approximately 3.5 hours at 3:30pm (51-55F) at 3:50pm 49-50F. At this rate proper ambient cooling will not occur. Advised operator to move to freezer to quick chill.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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. Walk in cooler - salmon 37F and tuna (still frozen) - per operator placed in unit to thaw this morning. Reviewed proper procedures and operator opened packages.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Handle in tofu - grill drawers. Operator removed utensil.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Prep area - rice/quinoa scoops in water 79F. Operator removed.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Cookline - operator stored properly.
Feb 26, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired December 1, 2023
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink in kitchen blocked with mop and mop bucket Operator moved
Nov 21, 2023□ 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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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Not available on site
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. cutting boards on bane Marie's in kitchen
Aug 17, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw steak over home made siracha in walk in cooler
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink in kitchen blocked by two garbage bins, prep table, and bane Marie. Removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen.
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.
Ceiling tile missing. Over walk in cooler/prep table
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Not available on site
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. cutting boards on bane Marie's in kitchen
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cellphones on prep table by kitchen entry way
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Avocados in use in bane Marie with stickers. Removed.
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.