VILLA'S RESTAURANT
2027 S SR 7, Fort Lauderdale FL 33317 · 954.792.4713
Last inspected Aug 6, 2026 · 10 visits since March 2024
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 31 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 4 live roaches found behind the fryer on the cookline.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024027102 | May 7, 2024 | Jun 5, 2024 | $400 |
| 2--2016018580 | Apr 12, 2016 | May 3, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed take out container used to scoop rice. Operator removed take out container.
Hole in or other damage to wall by the dishwashing area.
Mar 3, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 23, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator will use triple sink until dishwasher is fixed.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with steak in the walk in freezer. Operator removed steak from nonfood-grade bag.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer by the ice machine and the walk in freezer.
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 in direct contact with salt in the back dry storage area. Operator removed scoop handle from salt.
Nov 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 18, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm).
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed salsa (56F - Cold Holding) sitting in an ice bath at the sever station. Item was not fully submerged in ice. As per operator, item has been in ice bath for approximately 1 hour. Operator placed item in cooler to quick chill and added more ice to next batch in the ice bath.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lining food contact shelves in the storage area by the bathrooms. Operator removed cardboard.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees phone stored over prep area in the kitchen. Operator stored properly.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic water bottles stored on the floor in the alcohol cooler. Operator stored properly.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed container of beans with the scoop handle in direct contact with the food. Operator stored scoop handle away from food.
Mar 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed employee turn on cold water faucet and wash hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed squeeze bottles of sour cream (68F - Cold Holding); salsa verde (66F - Cold Holding) sitting on top of the ice. Per operator held out of temperature less than 1 hour. Operator placed in the ice.
Spray bottle containing toxic bleach substance not labeled. Lower shelf by three compartment sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle used to dispense cooked rice on cook line
Food stored on floor. Observed case of drinking water bottles on the floor in storage area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup behind compressor in walk in freezer
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in dried black beans the handle in contact with dried black beans. Operator removed.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning on dish rack by three compartment sink.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed on cook line single serve hinge containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed one mop wet nesting inside mop bucket.
Jul 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. The employee washing pots was not aware of the need to use the sanitizer sink in the three compartment sink. The employee was educated.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. In the restroom.
Equipment and utensils not sanitized after washing and rinsing. Utensils were placed in sanitizer.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. At the front line, 10ppm Chlorine. The solution was corrected to 100ppm Chlorine.
May 8, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
May 7, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 5 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the walk in cooler, raw eggs stored over raw fish. The eggs were moved.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 4 live roaches found behind the fryer on the cookline.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. At the ware washing hand sink.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. On the True reach in cooler door handles.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Mar 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw chicken in true cooler cold held at 47F. Per operator, chicken placed in unit on 03/11/2024. Raw chicken did not removed from unit since.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken in true cooler cold held at 47F. Per operator, chicken placed in unit on 03/11/2024. Raw chicken did not removed from unit since. See stop sale.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements.
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/
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marked on cooked chicken and pork stored in walk in cooler. Per operator, both items cooked yesterday morning.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Employees restrooms.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. At cookline
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork thawing in standing water at prep sink.
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