WHOLE GREEN CAFÉ
418 N FEDERAL HWY, Pompano Beach FL 33062 · (786) 489-6232
Last inspected Jul 17, 2026 · 13 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Business license expired on December 1, 2025.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Jul 17, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Business license not available to verify.
Jun 24, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot water at 3 compartment sink at 81F.
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. No signed Employee Health Form for new employee working 1 week. Emailed Employee Health Form to operator.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. 1). Hot Water temperature at 81 F in handwashing sinks at front counter and at dishwashing room at 81 F. 2). Hot water not available in handwashing sink in kitchen.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Business license not available to verify.
Jun 23, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 21 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority7 Intermediate10 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Flour stored in non food grade grocery bag in reach in freezer at front counter. Operator removed flour from bag.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Business license expired on December 1, 2025.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw salmon in open package stored over container of tuna salad in reach in cooler in kitchen. Employee moved tuna above raw salmon.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee used cellphone and continued prepping food without changing gloves or washing hands. Educated employee on proper handwashing procedures. Employee left kitchen.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Gallon of milk opened 2 days ago, not dated in reach in cooler at front counter. Operator dated milk.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Peas strewn in handwashing sink in kitchen.
Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot water at 3 compartment sink at 81F.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at none of the 3 handwashing sinks at establishment.
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. No signed Employee Health Form for new employee working 1 week. Emailed Employee Health Form to operator.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at any of the 3 handwashing sinks at establishment.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. 1). Hot Water temperature at 81 F in handwashing sinks at front counter and at dishwashing room at 81 F. 2). Hot water not available in handwashing sink in kitchen.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Door handles on all freezers and coolers soiled with food debris.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Business license not available to verify.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone stored on prep table, next to cutting board in kitchen. Employee removed phone.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floors throughout kitchen and at front counter with food debris.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled throughout establishment.
Food stored on floor. Cases of beans a case of avocados stored on floor under prep table in kitchen. Operator removed food from floor.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Spoon stored with handle down in container of tuna salad in reach in cooler in kitchen. Employee removed spoon from container.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of reach in cooler soiled with food debris in kitchen.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Boxes of disposable containers stored on floor in kitchen. Operator removed from floor.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Sanitizer bucket stored on floor at front counter. Operator removed bucket from floor.
Dec 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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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. Provided poster to operator.
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. Two new employees, hired less than 1 month, without signed Employee Health Forms. Provided forms to manager and employees signed forms.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap stored at handwashing sink in kitchen. Employee provided soap.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Handwashing sink in kitchen, with no hot water provided.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee preparing food without any hair restraint. Employee was provided hair restraint.
Food stored on floor. Bag of rice and cans of beans stored on floor in kitchen. Employee placed food on shelves.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided poster to operator.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign in bathroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1). Handles and interiors of all cold holding units soiled with food debris. Employees started cleaning and sanitizing surfaces. 2). In kitchen, under prep table soiled with food debris. Employees started cleaning and sanitizing surfaces
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of styrofoam cups stored on floor under front counter. Employee placed on shelf.
Jul 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At kitchen reach in freezer, raw chicken not commercially packaged, stored over bags of ice. Advised operator of proper storage. Operator stored correctly.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. At kitchen reach in cooler, vacuum sealed tuna thawed. See stop sale.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Spray bottle containing chlorine sanitizer 200+, exceeding maximum concentration allowed. Advised operator of proper concentration for chlorine sanitizer.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink in dish area.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at handwashing sink in dish area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl with no handle used to scoop cooked quinoa.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. At kitchen reach in cooler, vacuum sealed tuna thawed. See stop sale.
Plumbing system in disrepair. At hand sink on cook line, plumbing in disrepair.
Jun 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 5, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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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 flier
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Three compartment sink at 78F at ware washing area.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink throughout establishment. Water temperature at 78-79F throughout establishment at front counter, kitchen and in ware washing area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside in hallway next to restroom.
Faucet knob loose in kitchen. Hot water side keeps spinning and unable to turn on the flow of water.
Jun 4, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired December 1st, 2024. License paid during inspection, confirmation #247830321. License current and active at the end of inspection.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw seasoned chicken stored over commercial process dressings inside Sir Lawrence, two door reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator moved raw chicken to lower shelf and stored correctly.
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 flier
Food-contact surface soiled with mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine hinge on left side interior wall soiled. Operator cleaned and sanitized area during inspection.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Three compartment sink at 78F at ware washing area.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink throughout establishment. Water temperature at 78-79F throughout establishment at front counter, kitchen and in ware washing area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense feta cheese inside flip top cooler in kitchen. Operator removed soufflé cups and placed spoons with handle.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside in hallway next to restroom.
Faucet knob loose in kitchen. Hot water side keeps spinning and unable to turn on the flow of water.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice inside ice machine. Operator removed scoops
Single-service articles improperly stored on floor. Case of cup lids and cutlery on floor behind front counter. Operator elevated
Nov 18, 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 food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler, raw smoked salmon stored over ready to eat tortillas. Operator moved salmon to bottom shelf
Food stored on floor. In kitchen by handwashing sink, box of sweet potatoes stored on floor.
Sep 23, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 25, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In kitchen, all purpose cleaner stored on shelf with clean plates and utensils
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Levi T Bar 6/5/2019
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on cook line soiled with food residue. Cutting board at prep station soiled with food residue
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. At flip top cooler at front counter, door handles soiled with food debris
Open dumpster lid.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. On cook line, squeeze bottles not labeled with common name.
Dec 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler, raw tuna stored over wraps and ready to eat vegetables. In reach in cooler, raw salmon stored over ready to eat wraps and ready to eat vegetables. Operator moved raw items below ready to eat foods.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. In kitchen, hand wash sink blocked by chairs. Operator removed chairs.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Smoked salmon on a bagel, cream cheese and onion not identifying raw ingredients.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. No self closing door on public restrooms. Operator stated wrong part bought.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. At from counter above flip top cooler, soufflé cups used to dispense granola. Operator removed cups
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. At reach in cooler in kitchen, doors and handles soiled with food residue.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. At front counter, in containers above flip top cooler spoon handle laying in coconut flakes. Operator removed scoop to wash and sanitize.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. At front counter by sink, wet wiping cloths stored on counter next to sanitizer bucket. Operator made fresh sanitizer and put wiping cloths in bucket.
Oct 11, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink by the dishwasher and front counter also restroom. Pic filled all locations
No soap provided at handwash sink. No hand wash soap at hand wash sink in prep room. Pic filled soap
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Restroom Self closing mechanism is sitting on the floor by the restroom door
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Using small bowls for cheese, pic discarded bowls
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
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.