Big Shot Subs

5414 S Sr 7, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314

American

Last inspected: Sep 27, 2024

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at Big Shot Subs, the earliest from 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 27, 2024. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly five violations earlier in the record.

Looking across the full record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

The city-wide average for Fort Lauderdale sits at 80, putting Big Shot Subs on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 27, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Food stored on floor. In the prep area, tapioca flour and corn starch were stored in the floor. The items were moved off of the floor. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Jan 25, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked pork Employee placed chicken on bottom shelf. Avantco cooler **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quat test strip

16-37-1

Aug 3, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 6 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Mar 22, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags( printed to go bags) used in direct contact with raw pork in chest freezer by front counter and in white refrigerator in kitchen. Operator removed raw pork and stored in approved bags. **Corrected On-Site**

14-31-5

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored over pastrami inside 3 door reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator moved eggs to lower shelf and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.

32-04-4

Basic - Interior of chest freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation in kitchen next to employee restroom. **Repeat Violation**

14-36-5

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Containers of dry beans on floor in. Kitchen. Operator elevated. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-47-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

36-37-5

Sep 9, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Two drawer cooler in front counter; cheese (47F - Cold Holding) held under 4 hours ago. Operator moved to another reach in to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Training completion and expiration date missing on certification. Operator filled out during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

53B-10-4

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation/ kitchen.

36-37-5

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Operator put hat on **Corrected On-Site**

13-03-4

Basic - Interior of chest freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation in kitchen next to employee restroom.

14-36-5

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in front counter.

31B-04-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Big Shot Subs last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Big Shot Subs on file is from Sep 27, 2024. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Big Shot Subs?

Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Big Shot Subs.

How does Big Shot Subs compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?

Big Shot Subs most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.

Has Big Shot Subs' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Big Shot Subs have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Big Shot Subs means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Big Shot Subs inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Big Shot Subs is inspected around two times per year on average.

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