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TOOJAY'S DELI

801 S UNIVERSITY DR C130, Plantation FL 33324 · 561-659-9011

Last inspected May 5, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats148
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1616757
Grade history
SEP 24
DEC 24
SEP 25
JAN 26
MAY 26
≈ ERRATIC

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

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 1 roach on the floor on the cook line underneath reach in coolers.
High priority/35A-05-4/Admin Complaint
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2025078070Sep 16, 2025Nov 17, 2025$200

Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

May 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. Observed at vegetable cleaning sink a hose with less than a 1 inch air gap. Operator cut line to make an air gap of at least 1 inch.
High priority/29-44-4/Corrected On-Site
Mar 16, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 16, 2026 · Same. Time Extended
Jan 14, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over raw shell eggs in the small flip top cooler in the kitchen. Additionally raw salmon stored over ready to eat vegetables in the tall cooler near the bread warmer. Operator stored properly.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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 milk in the cooler by the wait station without a date mark. As per operator, milk was opened approximately 3 days ago. Operator labeled properly.
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Corrected On-Site/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
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed large ice machine with a buildup of black/green mold-like substance.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
Sep 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator in process of re training food handlers with original materials
Intermediate/53B-14-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning/Return visit Sep 17, 2025 · Next unannounced inspection. Time Extended
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Operator in process of re training food handlers with original materials
Intermediate/53B-09-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning/Return visit Sep 17, 2025 · Next unannounced inspection. Time Extended
Ceiling tile missing. Observed in dinning area near expo area.
Basic/36-36-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 17, 2025 · Next unannounced inspection. Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors soiled with food debris on cook line.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 17, 2025 · Next unannounced inspection. Time Extended
Sep 16, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Observed in front prep area and expo area. Operator removed and discarded.
High priority/41-24-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 1 roach on the floor on the cook line underneath reach in coolers.
High priority/35A-05-4/Admin Complaint
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed in back mop sink area both sides of the splitter missing a vacuum breaker.
High priority/29-34-4/Warning
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed potato pancakes at 10:00 (50F - cooling) for 1.5 hours to 47F at 11:30 in far left reach in flip top cooler in a shallow pan on cook line. As per operator item portioned today. Operator added bag of ice to quick chill.
Intermediate/03D-15-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator in process of re training food handlers with original materials
Intermediate/53B-14-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Operator in process of re training food handlers with original materials
Intermediate/53B-09-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed outside expo area an unlabeled spray bottle of chemicals. As per operator chemical is. Operator labeled properly.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ceiling tile missing. Observed in dinning area near expo area.
Basic/36-36-4/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in kettle used for reheating food with vacuum sealed bags of soups in the kettle.
Basic/35A-03-4/Admin Complaint
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bags and water bottles stored over single use cups and straws in expo area. Operator stored properly.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors soiled with food debris on cook line.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in walk in freezer excess ice build up on floor and door frame.
Basic/14-69-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/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. Observed on cook line in reach in cooler a scoop handle left in a container of tuna salad. Operator stored properly.
Basic/10-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls on cook line, behind steam table soiled with grease and food debris.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning
Dec 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Liquid eggs 47F in Flip top cooler. In cooler over night Operator discard item
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by dust bin and brooms. Manager removed items
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
Sep 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed at front counter; chicken salad (45F - Cold Holding); chopped liver (45F - Cold Holding); cream cheese mixes (45F - Cold Holding); fruit salad (45F - Cold Holding). - Observed at deli station blue cheese (59F - Cold Holding). See stop sale.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - Observed at front counter; chicken salad (45F - Cold Holding); chopped liver (45F - Cold Holding); cream cheese mixes (45F - Cold Holding); fruit salad (45F - Cold Holding). - observed at deli station blue cheese (59F - Cold Holding). Per operator, items were not pre pared or portioned today. See stop sale.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed cole slaw (44F @ 11:30- Cooling since 9:30, second temperature 43-46F at 12:45). Cole slaw was being cooled in deep pan in flip top cooler with cooler lid opened. PIC placed Cole slaw in low boy to rapid cool.
Intermediate/03D-15-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink behind deli station blocked by metal shelf. PIC removed.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Warning
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle not stored above corned beef hash in low boy cooler below slicer at deli area. PIC removed.
Basic/10-01-5/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - Observed interior of microwave soiled with an accumulation of old food debris. - Observed mold like debris under flip top cooler cover across from ice machine.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed on prep table across from cook line.
Basic/21-10-4/Warning
Stored food not covered. Observed a slice of turkey stored uncovered in low boy at deli station. PIC covered.
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Jan 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed: Egg station, raw shell eggs stored above Hollandaise sauce and sliced ham.
High priority/08A-05-6
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer buckets stored on counter tops in kitchen above food shelves. Operator relocated to bottom shelves.
High priority/41-10-4
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed vacuum breaker on wrong side of splitter (going to chemical tower) needs to be on the water hose side.
High priority/29-42-4
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ observed a manager of 60 + days employment no on site certification.
Intermediate/53A-04-6
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple containers in walk-in cooler with "Day marks" but no date marks.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed yellow liquid in un marked spray bottle at front counter. Operator labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrective Action Taken
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed buildup of food debris on server/expo microwave handle.
Basic/23-24-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed line cook no hair restraint.
Basic/13-03-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in walk-in freezer, on walls, ceiling n door frames, fans, and outside wall of walk-in cooler.
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in 89°F water at two locations. Knives in kitchen and scoops/spoons at deli counter. Operator cleaned, sanitized, and stored dry.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrective Action Taken
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed: 1.grease and dust buildup on air intakes at deli counter coolers. 2. Gaskets on line cooler at egg station.
Basic/23-03-4
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed (left) hand washing sink in Mens room leaking on floor.
Basic/29-08-4
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed in walk-in cooler,unwashed mushrooms stored above cut ready to eat produce.
Basic/08B-17-4
Nov 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Blinzes 45°F, Ham 45°F Manager removed to Walk In Cooler
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Basic/22-08-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Basic/21-12-4

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.