Block 40 Food Hall
Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026
82
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Block 40 Food Hall stretching back to 2024. On Feb 12, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.
“Ready-to-eat” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
Compared to the broader Hollywood restaurant scene, where the average is 75, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 12, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
82
Oct 24, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Unit # K5, K1 operating under license SEA1626026 Prior ownership never licensed. See file #362027;Application #1636732 Discussed with plan review at initial inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-24: Operator provided proof that plans have been submitted to plan review. Unit K1 no longer in operation. Unit k5 still in operation. Next unannounced inspection. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
90
Aug 21, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
55
May 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Non-food grade towel used as liner for food container. Linen towel used as a liner for tortillas. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-86-1
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Unit # K5 operating under license for block 40. Prior ownership never licensed. See file #362027;Application #1636732 Discussed with plan review **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked beef at uchu tacos prepared yesterday morning not date marked. Operator date marked **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-03-4
67
May 7, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-07: 59 days **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
90
Mar 6, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 7 major violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Observed at bar area. Operator removed and discarded **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-24-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 12-1-24. Operator renewed at time of inspection **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
50-17-3
High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. At UchuTacos establishment serves raw corvina for ceviche. Operator unable to provide at time of inspection **Warning**
01D-01-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator unable to provide chlorine test kit at time of inspection **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At UchuTacos; no paper towels provided at food area hand wash sink. Operator provided **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
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 - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. At UchuTacos establishment serves raw corvina for ceviche. No consumer advisory posted, provided to operator. Operator posted **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02B-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. At UchuTacos: cooked shrimp, cooked beef, cooked chicken, cooked pork prepared yesterday morning not date marked. **Warning**
02C-02-5
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/ PIC Laurel Brown **Warning**
53A-07-6
32
Apr 30, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Block 40 Food Hall last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Block 40 Food Hall on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Block 40 Food Hall?
Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Block 40 Food Hall.
How does Block 40 Food Hall compare to other restaurants in Hollywood?
Block 40 Food Hall most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Hollywood average of 75.
Has Block 40 Food Hall's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Block 40 Food Hall have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Block 40 Food Hall 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 Block 40 Food Hall inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Block 40 Food Hall is inspected around four times per year on average.
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