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TJF 154 LLC

3357 SHERIDAN ST, Hollywood FL 33021 · 954-987-5509

Last inspected Jun 18, 2026 · 11 visits since March 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats104
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1622663
Grade history
MAR 25
JUL 25
NOV 25
MAR 26
JUN 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 12-1-2025
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $600

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2022005346Dec 29, 2021Feb 18, 2022$400
2--2021041693Jul 30, 2021Oct 6, 2021$200

Inspection history

11 visits, newest first

Jun 18, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Shelving units in walk in cooler soiled with mold like build up.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning/Return visit Jun 18, 2026 · Observed at callback inspection same. Time Extended
Jun 17, 2026Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. On walk in cooler, tray of raw chicken above raw prepped shrimp. Manager rearranged to properly separate.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In SIDE FLIPTOP UPPER - portioned sour cream (48F - Cold Holding); house salsa (52F - Cold Holding); house guacamole with tomato (51F - Cold Holding) LOWER - portioned sour cream (52F - Cold Holding).
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In SIDE FLIPTOP UPPER - portioned sour cream (48F - Cold Holding); house salsa (52F - Cold Holding); house guacamole with tomato (51F - Cold Holding) LOWER - portioned sour cream (52F - Cold Holding). Per manager items not prepared or portioned today and in unit more than 4 hours. See stop sale.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage container on shelf with dry goods. Manager removed container.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Shelving units in walk in cooler soiled with mold like build up.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning
Mar 13, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Employee washed hands with no soap. Employee entered establishment and washed hands before starting shift work. Inspector immediately washed hands in same sink and dispenser was empty. Manger replaced soap. Employee rewashed hands.
High priority/12A-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 12-1-2025
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In cookline fliptop upper cooler, diced tomatoes (54F - Cold Holding). Per employee unknown when prepped and placed in unit after lunch rush. Observed tomatoes double panned and above chill line of unit. Employee changed pans and replaced tomatoes in cooler to rechill.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. In salsa fliptop unit upper, portioned sour cream (46F - Cooling from 11-11:30am) and lower - portioned sour cream (47F - Cooling from 11-11:30am). Manager removed lids from cups and placed in walk in cooler to continue chilling to 41F.
High priority/03D-06-5/Corrective Action Taken
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In holder by chip container, queso cheese sauce (108F - Hot Holding). Per manager in unit from approximately 11:00-11:30am. Manager placed in steamer to reheat to 165F and increased temperature to holder.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
No soap provided at handwash sink. At back hand sink by walk in cooler. Manager replaced.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unknown substance in spray bottle by mop sink. Manager labeled as general cleaner.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverages on shelf above open boxes of to go containers in back storage area.
Basic/12B-07-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Water in bottom of cookline fliptop cooler.
Basic/29-49-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rusted shelving units in walk in cooler.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
Nov 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Three compartment sink tested at 0ppm quaternary. Sanitizer empty. Operator replaced and retested at 400ppm quaternary. Operator re sanitized wares initially in sanitizer
High priority/22-43-4/Corrected On-Site
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee used spray nozzle at ware washing area with gloved hands, then proceeded to handle bag of raw shrimp for cooking then removed gloves and washed hands. Discussed proper times to wash hands with employee
High priority/12A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing purple substance not labeled, operator labeled degreaser
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of dead insects in control devices. Observed at UV control device installed above back door. Not over any food preparation/storage areas
Basic/35A-06-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, in flip top cooler on cook line.
Basic/29-49-6/Repeat Violation
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Operator remade sanitizer after replacing sanitizer. Retested at 400ppm quaternary
Basic/21-08-4/Corrected On-Site
Jul 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed container of medicine stored on shelf above prep table. Operator properly stored
High priority/41-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed at area around soda nozzles at front counter
Intermediate/22-02-4
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/ Manager on duty unable to provide proof of manager certification
Intermediate/53A-05-6
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at cook line hand wash sink. Operator refilled
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on hat
Basic/13-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored in a prohibited area. Pan of taco shells stored on top garbage can on cook line. Operator removed
Basic/08B-37-4/Corrected On-Site
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at cook line flip top, keg cooler at front counter
Basic/29-49-6
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw beef thawing in standing water in prep area. Operator turned on cold running water
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
Mar 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Exterior of rice cooker soiled. Operator cleaned and sanitized. Area around soda nozzles at front counter drink station soiled
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrective Action Taken
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed throughout
Basic/36-03-4/Repeat Violation
Equipment in poor repair. Ice machine door in poor repair
Basic/14-11-5
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under cook line equipment
Basic/36-73-4
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Rice scoop stored on top of soiled rice cooker exterior. Operator removed scoop, cleaned and sanitized rice cooker
Basic/10-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed in prep area
Basic/38-07-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Stove burners soiled
Basic/23-03-4
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
Oct 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. cooked beef cooling for approximately 1 hour at 1:30 (79F-93F - Cooling); cooked beef 2:10 (73F-81F - Cooling). Item being cooled on speed rack at room temperature. Speed rack moved to walk in cooler during inspection.
Intermediate/03D-15-4/Corrective Action Taken
Accumulation of dead insects in control devices. Observed at UB light above back door. Not above any food storage/prep areas
Basic/35A-06-4
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed at corner under hood on cook line
Basic/36-03-4
Food stored on floor. Containers of raw beef stored on floor in prep area. Employee moved to shelf
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at front counter keg cooler
Basic/29-49-6
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4
May 7, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Baseboard tile missing behind stove and in disrepair.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning/Return visit May 7, 2024 · Observed same. Time Extended
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-5/Warning/Return visit May 7, 2024 · Observed same. Time Extended
Light shield missing at light fixture in dishwashing area.
Basic/38-01-4/Warning/Return visit May 7, 2024 · Observed same. Time Extended
May 6, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Flip top: shredded cheese (58F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (58F - Cold Holding); sour cream (66F - Cold Holding) in unit less than 4 hours. Observed food stored above fill line. Food not prepared or portioned today. Operator iced all items.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 1. steam Table: cooked chicken (127-135F - Hot Holding); cooked beans (127-141F - Hot Holding); cooked beans (138F); cooked rice (110-141F - Hot Holding) per operator in unit less than 4 hours. Observed foods doubled pan and water level was low. Operator added water to steam table and reheated to 165F. 2. Chip and salsa station: cheese sauce (127F - Hot Holding); enchilada sauce (118F - Hot Holding). Per operator prepared less than 4 hours ago. Water level low and observed double panned. Operator added water item.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed pitcher in sink next to flip top. Operator removed.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Baseboard tile missing behind stove and in disrepair.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-5/Warning
Food stored on floor. Oil canister stored on kitchen floor by ice machine. Operator corrected.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses.
Basic/10-12-5/Warning
Light shield missing at light fixture in dishwashing area.
Basic/38-01-4/Warning
Mar 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked rice hot held at 123F in steam table. Per operator, rice reheated in microwave to over 165F and then transfer to steam table 1.5 hours before the inspection. Operator reheat to 172F.
High priority/03B-01-6
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.
High priority/29-42-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwash sink at front line used as dump sink, evidence by waste ice found inside.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4
Food stored on floor. Observed case with beef stored on walk in cooler floor.
Basic/08B-38-4
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 cheese containers. Operator removed scoops
Basic/10-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shield missing in prep station.
Basic/38-01-4
Mar 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4
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. Inspector provided Vomit Diarrhea Clean Up Plan via email.
Intermediate/11-27-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold-like substance at interior of ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed buildup of debris on equipment doors throughout.
Basic/23-24-4
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed heavily soiled cardboard on floor at cook-line. Operator removed.
Basic/36-06-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored at bar area prep area. Operator removed.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal speaker and vape on prep table next to open working bag of tortillas. Operator removed.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stacked containers wet nesting at equipment storage area. Operator separated to air dry.
Basic/24-08-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed tongs stored between use at area under grill with accumulated food debris. Operator placed in clean sanitized bin.
Basic/10-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of single serve cups stored on floor at back kitchen area.
Basic/25-05-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed accumulation of debris and dust on walls throughout.
Basic/36-27-5
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working containers of oil, sauce, seasoning not in original packaging not labeled. Operator printed and placed labels on each.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site

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.