Cleo Pita
Last inspected: Sep 24, 2025
58
Score
Going back to 2022, Cleo Pita has seven inspections in the public record. On Sep 24, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around six violations each.
“No chlorine chemical test kit provided” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
Compared to other Lauderdale Lakes restaurants (averaging 75), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
7
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 24, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
58
Mar 31, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef and goat meat in freezer.
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Observed handwashing sink block with food containers.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed no date marked on cooked turkey,chicken,pork and rice stored in refrigerator. Per operator, all items cooked on 03/29/2025.
02C-02-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. -Observed cases with plantains, drinking water and drinks stored on kitchen floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -Observed case with takeout containers stored on kitchen floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -Observed meat thawing at room temperature in kitchen. Operator place item underneath running water. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
06-01-5
50
Feb 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
55
Jun 18, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cow feet (115F - Hot Holding); rice and beans (123F - Hot Holding) sitting on table next to stove at room temperature. Per operator out of temperature less than 1 hour. Operator placed on stove to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed turkey (102F - Cooling) in covered container per operator cooling since 1:00. Operator placed in freezer **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-01-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips
16-37-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in Avantco reach in cooler not date marked.
02C-02-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Plastic containers of frying oil on kitchen floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop wet nesting on floor in kitchen.
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food sugar removed from original container not identified by common name. Operator labeled **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
52
Oct 13, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test strips for chlorine.
16-37-1
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop being stored in mop bucket
42-01-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
78
Mar 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. In reach in freezer, raw sausage in standard printed to go bag. **Warning**
14-15-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in Avantco cooler, flats of raw shell eggs and containers of portioned raw chicken above bags of romaine lettuce and containers of salsa and sauces. **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. **Warning**
11-03-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. **Warning**
11-07-5
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. Bulletin provided to be posted. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
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 - 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. Bulletin provided to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Styrofoam and plastic cups in bulk containers of flour. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of plastic water bottles under shelf in kitchen **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. 1) Squeeze bottle with unknown substance on shelf by stove not labeled. 2) Small container of flour under prep table not labeled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02D-01-5
39
Jul 25, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. (1) Observed raw chicken stored over fries in magic chef freezer in kitchen. (2) Observed raw hamburger patties stored over raw fish in silver reach in freezer in kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No Chlorine test kit.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - No soap provided in bathroom.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no consumer advisory for burgers and eggs cook to order. Provided operator with consumer advisory sign. **Corrected On-Site**
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. (1) Observed Falafel mix, hummus, stuffed grape leaf rice prepared over 24 hours in silver reach in cooler next to freezer. Reviewed date marking with operator.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottles of chlorine and degreaser hanging on side of 3 compartment sink. Operator labeled bottles. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. (1) observed containers of oil stored on kitchen floor. (2) observed containers single use to go containers on floor in corner of kitchen next to silver reach in cooler. (3)Observed containers of rice, beans, and flour stored under prep table next to kitchen entry door. Operator moved containers off floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Operator does not permit customers to use bathroom. Observed sign advising bathroom is not for public use posted of bathroom door.
32-24-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed aluminum catering to go containers in kitchen on top of reach in freezer.
25-06-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. (1) Observed containers of rice and flour in kitchen under prep table near door. Operator labeled. (2)observed bottle of oil not labeled. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - 2 Dead roaches on premises under triple sink. Operator removed, cleaned and sanitized area. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed foam cup in rice container. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
36-37-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on prep table next to magic chef reach in cooler. Operator removed cell phone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
30
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cleo Pita last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cleo Pita on file is from Sep 24, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cleo Pita?
Across the inspection record, “no chlorine chemical test kit provided” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Cleo Pita.
How does Cleo Pita compare to other restaurants in Lauderdale Lakes?
Cleo Pita most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Lauderdale Lakes average of 75.
Has Cleo Pita's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cleo Pita have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Cleo Pita 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 Cleo Pita inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cleo Pita is inspected around two times per year on average.
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