WESTLAKE EATERY
800 LAKESIDE CIR, Pompano Beach FL 33060 · 954-783-4000
Last inspected Feb 24, 2026 · 7 visits since January 2024
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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. Emailed poster to manager.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026028296 | Feb 23, 2026 | May 14, 2026 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Feb 24, 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, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw salmon and raw ground beef stored above tempura sauce in low drawers cooler on cook line. Manager removed sauce from cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On Wine Bar counter, Almond Milk (61F - Cold Holding); Milk (51F - Cold Holding); Half and Half (52F - Cold Holding). Per operator, foods not prepped or portioned today, foods held in reach in cooler, and moved to counter and held for approximately 4.5 hours. Educated employee on proper cold holding temperatures, and food was discarded. See Stop Sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On Wine Bar counter, Almond Milk (61F - Cold Holding); Milk (51F - Cold Holding);Per operator, foods not prepped or portioned today, foods held in reach in cooler, and moved to counter and held for approximately 4.5 hours. Educated employee on proper cold holding temperatures, and food was discarded. See Stop Sale.
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. Emailed poster to manager.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink at wine bar. Manager provided paper towels.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage stored in shelf above food prep area in kitchen. Manager removed beverage.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed poster to manager.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Cod fish thawing in prep sink in standing water, fish stored at 33 F. Educated employee on proper thawing methods. Fish continued thawing in cold running water in sink.
Oct 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In prep area, raw tuna stored over ready to eat vegetables. Operator moved raw tuna to bottom shelf. In front line, raw salmon and burgers stored over ready to eat Vegetables. Operator reversed items
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. In back prep area, cutting koalas soiled with food debris. Can opener in prep area has accumulated food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At front counter, handwashing sink blocked with trash can. Operator moved trash can
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At front counter, utensils in standing water 78°F. Operator moved to hot table
Jan 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 28, 2025Warning 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 ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At front counter, cut melon (45F - Cold Holding); cut watermelon (45F - Cold Holding); cantaloupe (50F - Cold Holding) 10am 43 46F @ 10:40 overstated held less than 2 hours. Moved items to walk in cooler. Held less than 2 hours. By soda station, butter pads (65F - Cold Holding) held less than 2 hours
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. On prep line hand sink blocked by trash can
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. No consumer advisory for smoked salmon. Emailed to operator to post.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On prep table table employee beverage stored on prep table.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. In grab and go cooler by cash register, wraps, fruit and salads do not have proper labels including address and prep date.
Oct 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink blocked in prep kitchen by brooms and large metal shelves
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At front counter, standing water 68°F with utensils. Operator turned on warmer
Jan 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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