Cafe Ibiza
Last inspected: Apr 1, 2026
70
Score
Cafe Ibiza appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2023. The most recent report on file is from Apr 1, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly six violations earlier on.
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
The city-wide average sits at 80, which Cafe Ibiza's 70 doesn't quite reach. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 1, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
70
Dec 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
55
Jan 28, 2025
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged grouper bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Educated operator on proper thawing method. Operator had employee cut open packaging to allow oxygen flow. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
95
Dec 14, 2024
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Dec 13, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1) Observed chicken strips (55F - Cold Holding) inside flip top cooler at cook line. Per operator, food not prepped or portioned today; food stored in cooler for approximately 2 hours. Operator put food inside walk in freezer to quick chill. 2) Observed cooked chicken wings (59F - Cold Holding) at fry station at cook line. Per operator, food not prepped or portioned today; food stored in top portion of cooler, over-stacked. Operator had cook remove half of the container of chicken wings and put inside walk in freezer to quick chill. 3) Observed wedge tomatoes (56F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (55F - Cold Holding); goat cheese (55F - Cold Holding) inside pantry flip top cooler. Per operator, foods not prepped or portioned today; foods held in cooler for approximately two hours. Operator moved foods to walk in freezer to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken skewers stored above heavy whipping cream containers inside main walk in cooler. Operator properly stored. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. 1)Observed multiple utensils and containers stored inside hand wash sink at cook line. Operator removed. 2) Observed soap container and rag stored inside hand wash sink at bar. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied. Observed tag removed from batch of oysters inside walk in, stored at cook line. Operator properly stored. **Corrected On-Site**
01C-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of slime on soda gun nozzle at bar.
22-02-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed raw tuna, thawed, stored inside packaging indicating removal upon thawing. Operator cut open packaging to allow oxygen flow. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of coolers at bar soils with food debris.
22-16-4
50
Sep 4, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed at reach in freezer at Bars preparing room - Crab legs stored (not commercially packaged) over ready to eat fries. Operator stored correctly. **Repeat Violation**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 small flying insects at bar area. Operator killed and sanitized area. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at flip top cooler across from main grill. - cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding) as per operator item held out of temperature for approximately an hour. Operator placed in freezer for quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed at bar - Soda gun soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at preparing room behind bar. Handwashing sink with ice cream residue and mold like substance. Operator cleaned and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ observed 4 employees on duty without manager present. Operator showed up 10 minutes into inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar. Operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed beer cooler at bar. Operator cleaned it. **Corrected On-Site**
22-16-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at storage closet. Operator hung properly. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
35
Mar 29, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
47
Jan 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed bowl stored in hand wash sink at cook line. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed employee reporting agreement form to operator. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign posted at bar and cookline hand wash sink.
31B-04-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water inside bar reach in coolers.
29-49-6
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed accumulation of black mold like substance inside ice machine in back area of kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop stored inside ice machine and bar ice bin, handle in contact with ice. Operator properly stored. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
67
Jun 16, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
64
Feb 8, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In salad lower cooler, boxes of raw coconut shrimp above gallon containers of dressings.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In Maxx Cold freezer in side store room, container with portioned raw meat above bags of fries.
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Tags for shellfish have no date marking.
01C-03-4
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. Procedures Bulletin provided to be posted. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Both soda guns at bar have mold like buildup.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Employee reporting form provided and discussed with manager. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has mold like buildup around back wall of bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. Wine bottles for service stored in ice bin at bar with potable ice. Employee removed bottles and ice from around them. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-14-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour container in beverage storeroom not labeled.
02D-01-5
43
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cafe Ibiza last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cafe Ibiza on file is from Apr 1, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cafe Ibiza?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Cafe Ibiza.
How does Cafe Ibiza compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?
Cafe Ibiza most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.
Has Cafe Ibiza's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Cafe Ibiza have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Cafe Ibiza means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Cafe Ibiza inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cafe Ibiza is inspected around three times per year on average.
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