SUGAR BAE
8253 SUNSET STRIP, Fort Lauderdale FL 33322 · 305-942-5338
Last inspected Aug 8, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -Observed 8 live roaches crawling on dish washing machine. -Observed 2 live roaches crawling on wall behind double decker oven. -Observed 1 live roach in kitchen behind water fountain.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025059683 | Aug 6, 2025 | Jan 15, 2026 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 8, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 7, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 6 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 priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1) 6 live roaches inside dishwashing machine dishwashing machine in kitchen. 2) 7 live roaches under chest freezer in kitchen 3) 5 live roaches crawling on wall next to triple sink in kitchen. 4) 6 live Roaches under food warmer in kitchen.
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. Cheese (50F - Cold Holding); Cooked Potatoes (49F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese (50F - Cold Holding); Cooked Potatoes (49F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Prep Table- Cooked Rice (98-110F - Hot Holding). Per cook food items stored at room temperature less than 2 hours. Cook discarded
No paper towels provided at handwash sink. Provided during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink next to triple sink. Provided during inspection.
Oct 8, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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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.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -Observed clean plates not stored inverted at storage area.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Operator not using dishwashing machine at this time. Establishment uses 3 compartment sink for wash, rinse and sanitized.
Standing water in bottom of true reach-in-cooler.
Oct 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of black substances buildup on cutting board in kitchen.
Oct 7, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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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.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -Observed clean plates not stored inverted at storage area.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean food containers stored on kitchen floor.
Dead roaches on premises. -Observed 6 dead roaches on glue trap in kitchen.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Operator not using dishwashing machine at this time. Establishment uses 3 compartment sink for wash, rinse and sanitized.
Standing water in bottom of true reach-in-cooler.
Aug 7, 2025Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of black substances buildup on cutting board 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. Observed 2 employees working in kitchen with no No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees.
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. Observed 2 employees working in kitchen with no proof that they were informed of their responsibilities.
Aug 7, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -Observed 8 live roaches crawling on dish washing machine. -Observed 2 live roaches crawling on wall behind double decker oven. -Observed 1 live roach in kitchen behind water fountain.
Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves. Observed operator touch precooked turkey with bare hand while wearing nail polish. After brief education, operator then wash hands and wear gloves.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of black substances buildup on cutting board 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. Observed 2 employees working in kitchen with no No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees.
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. Observed 2 employees working in kitchen with no proof that they were informed of their responsibilities.
Aug 6, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 10 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. -Observed operator touch precooked turkey with bare hands.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -Observed 8 live roaches crawling on dish washing machine. -Observed 2 live roaches crawling on wall behind double decker oven. -Observed 1 live roach in kitchen behind water fountain.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed precooked turkey (78-96F - Hot Holding) at cooking. Per operator, turkey cooked and placed at cook line 45 minutes prior to the inspection. Operator reheat turkey to 177F.
Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves. Observed operator touch precooked turkey with bare hand while wearing nail polish. After brief education, operator then wash hands and wear gloves.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of black substances buildup on cutting board 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. Observed 2 employees working in kitchen with no No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees.
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. Observed 2 employees working in kitchen with no proof that they were informed of their responsibilities.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Observed floor surface covered with standing water in bar.
Food stored on floor. -Observed container with plantains stored on kitchen floor.
Dec 4, 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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No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed next to cook line.
Dec 3, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw crab stored with cooked crawfish in reach in freezer in kitchen.
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. Observed cut lettuce (52F - Cold Holding); shredded cabbage (58F - Cold Holding); white sliced cheese (55F - Cold Holding); yellow sliced cheese (54F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (52F - Cold Holding). Per operator items were not prepared or portioned today. Items have been out of temperature for more than four hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut lettuce (52F - Cold Holding); shredded cabbage (58F - Cold Holding); white sliced cheese (55F - Cold Holding); yellow sliced cheese (54F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (52F - Cold Holding). Per operator items were not prepared or portioned today. Items have been out of temperature for more than four hours. See stop sale.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed in walk-in cooler: - Cheese opened 12/01/24 not date marked - Heavy cream opened 12/01 not date marked
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed next to cook line.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle cup used to scoop ice from ice machine in bar area. PIC removed.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not stored in a way to allow proper air drying.
Jul 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed at dishwasher as per operator no chlorine test strips.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at male restroom.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed dishwasher machine at 00ppm. Establishment not using dishwasher using triple sink. Not open for business.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at side door on west wall.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at female restroom.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at mop sink at back. Operator stored properly.
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