Bk#4235

1701 S Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316-2946

American

Last inspected: Nov 12, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Bk#4235 has six inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent report on file is from Nov 12, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around five violations to closer to one violation per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer”, which has been cited three times.

Compared to the broader Fort Lauderdale restaurant scene, where the average is 80, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 12, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up around door of walk in freezer

14-69-4

Feb 13, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Oct 15, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Apr 22, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup around walk in freezer door and on floor.

14-69-4

Aug 28, 2023

Complaint Full

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Feb 9, 2023

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Sandwich station , cut tomatoes, shredded lettuce, American cheese using TPHC( corporate- no time mark). Foods held less than 4 hours ago. Operator placed time mark on foods. **Corrected On-Site**

03F-02-5

High Priority - 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. Opened package of American 70F cold holding inside walk in cooler. Operator moved from sandwich station and placed inside walk in cooler earlier but not sure how long American cheese was left underneath sandwich station line. See stop sale **Repeat Violation**

01B-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Opened package of American 70F cold holding inside walk in cooler. Operator moved from sandwich station and placed inside walk in cooler earlier but not sure how long American cheese was left underneath sandwich station line. See stop sale. **Repeat Violation**

03A-02-5

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. Emailed procedures **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Intermediate - 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.

53B-13-5

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

32-12-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Ice buildup inside walk-in freezer underneath door and behind cooling unit.

14-69-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bk#4235 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bk#4235 on file is from Nov 12, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bk#4235?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Bk#4235.

How does Bk#4235 compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?

Bk#4235 most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.

Has Bk#4235's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Bk#4235 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 Bk#4235 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#4235 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Bk#4235 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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