SONESTA ES SUITES FORT LAUDERDALE PLANTATION
410 N PINE ISLAND RD, Plantation FL 33324
Last inspected Mar 5, 2026 · 7 visits since February 2024
5 inspections within 3 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage hot held at 117F and potato at 106F at buffet line. Per operator, both items placed in warmer 30 minutes prior to the inspection. Operator increased the temperature on the unit.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Water draining onto floor surface from dish machine. Operator cleaned up the water.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance inside ice machine.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Observed assorted knives at buffet not stored inverted.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Observed green apples on buffet for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Employee removed ice
Open dumpster lid. Manager closed lid
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage hot held at 117F and potato at 106F at buffet line. Per operator, both items placed in warmer 30 minutes prior to the inspection. Operator increased the temperature on the unit.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of brown like substance buildup on can opener blade.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink in kitchen area block with rolling food cart.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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 in kitchen. Operator replenished.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Observed interior of GE microwave soiled with accumulation of old food residue.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases with takeout containers stored on dry storage floor.
Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. -Observed an uncovered tray with sausages stored at 3 compartment sink exposed to splash. Operator removed and placed in oven.
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.