Belle Cuisine Caribbean Restaurant
Last inspected: Apr 1, 2026
30
Score
The health department has logged 13 inspections at Belle Cuisine Caribbean Restaurant, the earliest from 2022. Belle Cuisine Caribbean Restaurant was last inspected on Apr 1, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around eight violations lately compared to roughly five violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “employee beverage container on a food preparation table”, showing up two times.
Compared to other Fort Lauderdale restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
13
Inspections
2
Critical latest
5
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 1, 2026
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
30
Mar 31, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations.
View 8 violations
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
27
Oct 7, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
67
Feb 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
43
Oct 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed household pesticides in hallway.
41-05-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at front counter hand washing sink.
31B-02-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee coffee on top of microwave oven.
12B-07-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed stored in full bucket.
42-01-4
Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed tools ( drill and tool bag) stored on top of drink cooler.
42-03-5
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on hood filters, walls, and ceiling.
36-68-5
64
May 10, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 8, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-07-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken cooked 24 hours ago with no date marks.
02C-02-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed large bag of rice on floor by the stove.
08B-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of take out boxs stored directly on the hallway floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
64
Feb 16, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-16: **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-16: **Time Extended**
16-33-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-16: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior kitchen door has a gap at the top of the frame that opens to the outside. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-16: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
67
Dec 7, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Warning**
29-42-4
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed 0 ppm chlorine in 3 compartment sink. Operators not sanitizing equipment properly. Operator corrected during visit. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-42-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored in cooler above cabbage. Operator relocated to the bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. **Warning**
16-33-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marking. Per operator multiple foods more than 24 hours.
02C-02-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
12B-07-4
Basic - Exterior kitchen door has a gap at the top of the frame that opens to the outside. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall missing on exterior, above back door. **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
26
May 1, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 18, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Front counter area, as per plans on file. **Warning**
31A-04-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Freezer - No TCS items - ambient temperature of unit 51F **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. **Warning**
16-04-4
78
Nov 21, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
38-07-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Belle Cuisine Caribbean Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Belle Cuisine Caribbean Restaurant on file is from Apr 1, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Belle Cuisine Caribbean Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “employee beverage container on a food preparation table” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Belle Cuisine Caribbean Restaurant.
How does Belle Cuisine Caribbean Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?
Belle Cuisine Caribbean Restaurant most recently scored 30 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.
Has Belle Cuisine Caribbean Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Belle Cuisine Caribbean Restaurant have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Belle Cuisine Caribbean Restaurant means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Belle Cuisine Caribbean Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Belle Cuisine Caribbean Restaurant is inspected around four times per year on average.
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