Bk#16

1445 W Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311-7040

American

Last inspected: Oct 17, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Bk#16 has been inspected seven times since 2023. The most recent visit was on Oct 17, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

“Ice buildup in walk-in freezer” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Bk#16's latest score of 90 sits above the Fort Lauderdale average of 80. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 17, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ observed Manager Tidra Griffin certification expired 9-24-25.

53A-03-7

Sep 9, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.

36-34-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed both walk in cooler and walk in freezer doors are not properly aligned/closing. This is allowing for ice buildup in the walk in freezer.

14-11-5

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.

14-69-4

Sep 27, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed only 2022 and 2023 licenses.

50-09-4

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

31B-04-4

Mar 18, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Sep 7, 2023

Complaint Full

3 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Jul 28, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - 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 handout for operator. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer - around condensing coils.

14-69-4

Feb 2, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bk#16 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bk#16 on file is from Oct 17, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bk#16?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in walk-in freezer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Bk#16.

How does Bk#16 compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?

Bk#16 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.

Has Bk#16's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Bk#16 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Bk#16 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 Bk#16 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Bk#16 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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