Casa Frida
Last inspected: Feb 9, 2026
74
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Casa Frida stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 9, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
That's lower than the typical Fort Lauderdale restaurant, which scores around 80. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 9, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
74
Aug 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
82
Mar 20, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between front line flip top reach in combo units, operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses at Cookline, operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
90
Dec 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
67
Feb 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. On cook line, raw shrimp stored over ready to eat vegetables Operator moved shrimp to bottom shelf **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. On cook line, squeeze bottles not labeled with common name.
02D-01-5
82
Oct 18, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline flip top - guacamole with tomatoes (44-48F); diced tomatoes (44-48F); sour cream (44-48F); pico (44-48F). Per operator items have been in unit approximately 3-4 hours. No items prepped or portioned today. Operator immediately placed items in ice bath to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-18: Cookline flip top - all items in ice bath - guacamole with tomato 44-45F, pico 44-45F, sour cream 46-48F, cut lettuce 41F, cheese 41F, raw chicken 41F. Per operator items placed in unit approximately an hour ago. No items prepped or portioned today. Operator moved to reach in to quick chill. **Admin Complaint** **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. By cookline hand sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-18: Observed same. **Time Extended**
29-34-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer - around circulation fans. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-18: Observed same. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-18: Observed same. **Time Extended**
16-46-4
67
Oct 17, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher - bar (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator stated they would use main dish machine until repaired. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Walk in cooler - raw chicken stored over raw pork. Operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline flip top - guacamole with tomatoes (44-48F); diced tomatoes (44-48F); sour cream (44-48F); pico (44-48F). Per operator items have been in unit approximately 3-4 hours. No items prepped or portioned today. Operator immediately placed items in ice bath to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. By cookline hand sink. **Warning**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - Shelf liner with clean plates visibly soiled. - Bar soda gun and holster soiled. **Warning**
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. 2 employees without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator. Employees filled out during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-26-1
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 to operator. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer - around circulation fans. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop hanging - touching back/piping of dish machine. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-12-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Prep area - Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine less than 10ppm). Operator added solution. Chlorine 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
21-07-4
33
Dec 1, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. pork (48F - Cold Holding); rise (50F - Cold Holding) in walk-in cooler As per operator walk-in cooler left opened for 45 minutes while receiving foods; foods not prepared or portioned today; food out of temperature for 45 minutes; Foods moved to walk-in freezer to quick chill **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. sliced tomatoes (50-51F - Cooling)at 12:40 to 50 F at 1:00 since 11:30 in walk-in cooler Food covered while cooling; at this rate food will not reach 41° F within 4 hours; operator uncovered food; **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink at prep station used for purposes other than handwashing- soap bucket stored inside the sink Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink at prep table not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Operator provided **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Basic - Fish thawed in an improper manner- in stand g water at prep station Operator moved to walk-in cooler **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
06-01-5
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm) operator fixed to 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Casa Frida last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Casa Frida on file is from Feb 9, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Casa Frida?
Across the inspection record, “wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Casa Frida.
How does Casa Frida compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?
Casa Frida most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.
Has Casa Frida's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Casa Frida have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Casa Frida 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 Casa Frida inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Casa Frida is inspected around three times per year on average.
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