Bolay

1730 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305

American

Last inspected: Nov 13, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Bolay has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Nov 13, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

Looking across the full record, “label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Fort Lauderdale restaurant scores 80. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 13, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Jul 18, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Dec 3, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Aug 14, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed vacuum breaker on water supply to chemical tower. Needs to only be on hose side of splitter.

29-42-4

Intermediate - Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. Observed at 121F. Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.

16-54-4

Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Grab n go cookies no label. Operator provided labels.**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

02D-03-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on sauce bottles. Operator removed, cleaned and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**

16-46-4

Mar 4, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed cookies, individually packaged on site, unlabeled at customer grab n go. **Repeat Violation**

02D-03-4

Dec 11, 2023

Complaint Full

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Aug 15, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Mar 10, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Employee handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up clean,sanitized dishes without washing hands. Reviewed proper hand washing procedures and employee properly washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**

12A-02-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris - magnetic knife holders.

22-02-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. White plastic ice scoop. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**

10-12-5

02D-03-4

Nov 17, 2022

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bolay last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bolay on file is from Nov 13, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bolay?

Across the inspection record, “label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Bolay.

How does Bolay compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?

Bolay most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.

Has Bolay's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Bolay 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 Bolay inspected?

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

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