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UNIQUE SWEETS

2620 NW 19 ST #1, Fort Lauderdale FL 33311 · 954.759.1186

Last inspected Feb 25, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Risk levelRisk Level 3 - HSP
LicenceNOS1625251
Grade history
FEB 25
MAY 25
SEP 25
DEC 25
FEB 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 exp. 12.1.25. Operator renewed license during inspection..
High priority/50-17-3/Corrected On-Site
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Inspection history

11 visits, newest first

Feb 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of black substances buildup on cutting board at front line. Operator transfer to 3 compartment sink to be cleaned.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrective Action Taken
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at frontline. Operator replenished.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed no self closing device on rest room door.
Basic/32-04-4
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage and warewashing areas.
Basic/36-37-5
Dec 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license exp. 12.1.25. Operator renewed license during inspection..
High priority/50-17-3/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times, blocked by a speaker. Operator removed.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
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. 1 employee expired 10.3.25
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Sep 26, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Cooked chicken 45F, cooked yesterday in a deep covered pot in reach in cooler next to stove.
High priority/03D-02-5/Warning
Dented can of black beans, sliced peaches and mixed fruits present in dry storage area. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-01-4/Warning
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment to go containers, without first washing hands. No soap available. Operator provided soap. Employee washed her hands.
High priority/12A-16-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Cooked chicken 45F, cooked yesterday in a deep covered pot in reach in cooler next to stove.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed 200+ ppm in kitchen.
High priority/41-27-4/Warning
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Cooked Chicken 45F cooked yesterday in a deep and covered pot in reach in cooler in kitchen. See stop sale.
Intermediate/03D-15-4/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at front counter. Operator provided.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Provided thermometer.
Intermediate/05-08-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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. Carol Edwards started less than 30 days ago and has not yet received employee food safety training.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink at front counter and in restroom. No soap available. Operator went to get soap.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Employee personal Pikliz and raw shell eggs not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public in reach in cooler next to stove. Operator segregated and marked properly. As per Carol Picclis are only for employees.
Basic/08B-49-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler in prep area.
Basic/29-49-6/Warning
May 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit present.
Intermediate/16-37-1
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-6
Feb 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At the front counter hand wash sink. The operator supplied napkins during the inspection.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink. In the restroom. The operator supplied the soap during the inspection
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated dust, or mold-like substance on the vent one the oven in the kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In the reach in cooler.
Basic/05-09-4/Repeat Violation
Oct 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
No soap provided at handwash sink. In the restroom. Soap was provided during the inspection.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In the reach in cooler next to cooking range.
Basic/05-09-4
Mar 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at front line location. Operator provided.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Jan 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other during preparation based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs stored above raw ground beef. Operator reversed.
High priority/08A-24-5/Corrected On-Site
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Jul 26, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Basic/32-04-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jul 26, 2023 · Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Repeat Violation Warning Time Extended
Jul 25, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over cooked turkey legs in prep room reach in cooler. Operator stored all items properly.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter - sweet potatoes (124-147F - Hot Holding). Per operator holding for less than 1 hour. Product that was out of temperature had double pan in steam table. Operator removed and placed back in oven to reheat.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter hand sink. Operator replaced paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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. One employee hired less than 60 days ago - employee filled out Food Employee Reporting Agreement during inspection.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. Aux hand sink. Operator replaced.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Basic/32-04-4/Repeat Violation/Warning

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.