TOWER DELI & DINER
2315 S UNIVERSITY DR, Davie FL 33324 · 954.452.8202
Last inspected Jul 30, 2026 · 9 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed approximately 5 small flying insects on cookline landing on cooked potatoes and raw shell egg.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025058649 | Aug 4, 2025 | Aug 25, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
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/. CFM showed up during the inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spay bottle with chemicals by the waitress station. As per operator chemical is sanitizer. Operator properly labeled.
In-use knife stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Operator removed knife and stored properly.
Nov 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 8, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw smoked salmon stored over ready to eat peppers and sauces in front line flip top cooler. Operator stored properly.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed nova salmon, salty lox and nova spread listed on the menu with raw salmon and not identified to contain a raw product.
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed lid.
Aug 4, 2025Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed consumer advisory on menu without identifying which items are raw. Nova sandwich and lox or nova need to be identified on the menu as raw or undercooked.
Aug 4, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 13 violations recorded, 7 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
7 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 100F. Educated operator on proper storage procedures and operator stored utensils properly.
Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 5 small flying insects in prep area landing on garbage and clean dishes, approximately 10 small flying insects at dry storage landing on cans and single use items, approximately 5 small flying insects on cookline landing on cooked potatoes and raw shell eggs, approximately 5 small flying insects at front counter landing on cut vegetables and packaged bread.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw steaks over fries in reach in freezer. Also raw beef over bread in walk in freezer. Educated operator on proper storage procedures and operator stored properly.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon stored over cooked potatoes and sauces in reach in cooler on cook line. Also raw nova over salads, pickles and jalapeños in front line flip top coolers. Educated operator on proper storage procedures and operator stored properly.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed approximately 5 small flying insects on cookline landing on cooked potatoes and raw shell egg.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in flip top cooler on cook line diced tomatoes (57F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (55F - Cold Holding); raw salmon (63F - Cold Holding); cooked vegetables (57F - Cold Holding). As per operator items were prepared and portioned approximately 3 hours before inspection. Operator moved to walk in cooler to quick chill.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed burn cream stored over flip top cutting board on cook line. Also windex over single use spoons in dry storage area. Also windex over food storage bags at front counter. Educated operator on proper chemical storage and operator stored properly.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washed hands in triple sink. Educated operator on proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands properly.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed consumer advisory on menu without identifying which items are raw. Nova sandwich and lox or nova need to be identified on the menu as raw or undercooked.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed operator using Time as a Public Health Control without a written procedure. Sent operator Time as a Public Health Control paperwork to fill out.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on food storage containers in dishwashing area. Operator stored food containers to allow for proper air drying.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed my walk in freezer.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in dishwashing area.
Feb 11, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handle a clean plate with out washing hands. Explained to operator correct hand washing technique. Employee washed hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed American cheese (62F - Cold) stored in a pan on top of another container in flip top. Not portion or prep today. Employee removed cheese from lower make table and placed in top portion 20 minutes ago. Operator placed cheese in lower part of cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage patties (110F - Hot Holding) sitting in a pan on the flat top per operator held out of temperature less than 2 hours. Operator voluntary discarded.
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. Email poster
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed two cutting boards at front counter soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee dump cup of ice in hand washing sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic sanitizer substance not labeled. Operator labeled
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Box of tater tots and plastic bucket of chicken stored on the floor in walk-in freezer. Operator elevated.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Small low boy unit at front counter.
Nov 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. -Observed 2 dented cans of ripe olives and apple sauce in dry storage. Operator informed and stop sale issued.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -Observed employee touching raw eggs and then touched clean plates without changing gloves and wash hands. After brief education, employee then changed gloves and wash hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed hard boiled eggs cold held at 45F and cream cheese at 44F in front line cooler. Both items overstocked in containers. Per operator items transferred to unit 1.5 hours prior to the inspection. Operator removed over stock portion and placed in freezer for quick chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed 4 hours time mark on butter incorrect. Operator input the correct end time.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of black substance on cutting boards at front line. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on can opener blade.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. -Observed case with French Fries stored on walk in freezer floor. Operator removed and stored on shelf.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -Observed heavy ice buildup inside walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Observed accumulation of brown like substance buildup on can opener holster.
Mar 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 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 employee at front line cutting wash cucumber with bare hands. Operator wash hands and wear gloves.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at 10:11 a.m. cooked sausage from at cookline at 69F. Per operator, sausage placed at cookline at 8:00 a.m. operator placed item in freezer for quick chill.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed 2 spray containing cleaning chemicals stored on food storage shelves at dry storage area. Operator removed and stored properly.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on can opener blade. Operator wash and sanitizer.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employees drinks stored on counter next to coffee machines. Operator removed and stored properly.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed container with ice coffee stored next to handwash sink at front line. Operator removed and stored properly.
Food stored on floor. Observed various food items stored on walk in freezer floor. Operator removed and stored properly.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed heavy ice buildup inside walk in freezer.
Dec 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Dishwasher handled dirty dishes then removed clean dishes from dish washer. Dishwasher washed hands and changed gloves. Clean utensils that were touched was re washed and sanitize
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Egg whites 45F. Item placed in walk In cooler
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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to store sanitizer bucket. Item removed from handwash sink.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
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