Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar
Last inspected: Feb 20, 2026
86
Score
Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar has been inspected 11 times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 20, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.
“Stop sale issued on time/temperature control” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Fort Lauderdale restaurant scores 80. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 20, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
86
Oct 16, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
70
Jun 11, 2025
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food not properly separated from ready-to-eat raw animal food, such as hamburgers, steak and sushi covered under a consumer advisory. Walk in cooler - raw turkey bacon stored over raw smoked salmon. Operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-16-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control not discarded at the end of the 4-hour period. Dulce de leches - 10 pieces - time marked 7am - 11am, current time 11:10am. See stop sale.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control not discarded at the end of the 4-hour period. Dulce de leches - 10 pieces - time marked 7am - 11am, current time 11:10am. See stop sale.
03F-04-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Front counter glass case - Dulce de leches and cheesecake. Per operator, items placed on time as a public health control just over 3 hours ago. Operator time marked. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Restroom hand sink. Operator replaced. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. 1. By front counter glass display unit. 2. Under dish machine.
36-22-4
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Ice scoop stored under paper towel dispenser - dripped on when collecting paper towels - at hand sink next to dish machine. Operator removed ice scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
24-27-4
45
Dec 2, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed Time as A Public Health Control Form to operator and reviewed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-22: Observed same. **Time Extended**
03F-10-5
90
Sep 23, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam table - vegetable soup - (108-109F - Hot Holding). Per operator prepared today and hot holding almost 2 hours. Operator immediately moved to cooktop to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Raw shell eggs and raw smoked salmon in top section over ready to eat cooked chicken in lower section. Operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-13-5
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Employee cracked raw shell eggs, changed gloves and handled clean utensils without washing hands. Reviewed proper hand washing and employee properly washed hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-27-4
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/ PIC - Lupan margarita karla **Warning**
53A-05-6
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 written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed Time as A Public Health Control Form to operator and reviewed. **Warning**
03F-10-5
47
Apr 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment door not tight-fitting. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-16: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
95
Apr 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in Cooler #1 feta cheese at 47F and Goat cheese at 47F and Cooler #2 cooked paste at 47F and cooked portioned chicken at 47F. As per operator, items were placed in cooler drawers from walk-in cooler 2 hours prior to inspection. Operator placed items in ice bath, covered, and placed bags of ice on each container.**Corrective Action Taken** **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment between uses. Operator placed in container. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment door not tight-fitting. **Warning**
32-04-4
74
Sep 1, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 31, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline- flip top - cheese (51F); sliced tomatoes (49-50F); sliced turkey (49-50F). Per operator items held in this unit overnight. No items prepped or portioned today. Advised operator to refrain from using unit until such time all TCS items are maintained at 41F and below. See stop sale. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Raw shell eggs and raw smoked salmon in top section - over cooked chicken and cooked noodles in bottom section. Operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-13-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline- flip top - cheese (51F); sliced tomatoes (49-50F); sliced turkey (49-50F). Per operator items held in this unit overnight. No items prepped or portioned today. Advised operator to refrain from using unit until such time all TCS items are maintained at 41F and below. See stop sale. Front counter display unit - carrot cake (55F); tres leches cake (57F). Per operator items held in walk in overnight and placed in this unit approximately 3 hours ago. No items prepped or portioned today. Advised operator to refrain from using unit until such time all TCS items are maintained at 41F and below. Operator moved items back to walk in to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
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. No food handler certificates available. Provided Food Employee Reporting agreement and operator began having each employee fill out during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **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 for operator. **Corrected On-Site** **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
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Cookline. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-12-4
45
Nov 1, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar on file is from Feb 20, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar?
Across the inspection record, “stop sale issued on time/temperature control” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar.
How does Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?
Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.
Has Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar 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 Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.
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