Discovery Take Out Restaurant
Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026
70
Score
The health department has logged 11 inspections at Discovery Take Out Restaurant, the earliest from 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 21, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
The pattern that stands out is “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer”, which has been cited six times.
That's lower than the typical Fort Lauderdale restaurant, which scores around 80. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
11
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 21, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed take out bags used to store raw chicken in the reach in freezer. Operator removed non food grade bags. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover in the kitchen.
14-20-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris and food behind the large pieces of equipment in the kitchen.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers of oil stored on the floor. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris.
22-08-4
70
Oct 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
90
Feb 24, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
67
Jan 16, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw snapper above raw vegetables in reach in cooler. Operator relocated to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator unable to provide for inspection. **Repeat Violation**
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. Observed cooked chicken (per operator) more than 48 hours, no date.
02C-02-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at rear kitchen door. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed buildup of debris in all corners.
36-01-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
38-07-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
35B-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand sink drain in disrepair.
29-08-4
55
Oct 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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. Observed spinach with no date mark. Operator states more than 24-36 hours.
02C-02-5
Basic - Exterior kitchen door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hand washing sink drain in disrepair.
29-08-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
14-20-4
70
Mar 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Exterior kitchen door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
95
Mar 6, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 5, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-37-1
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.**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. **Repeat Violation**
16-33-4
Intermediate - Evidence of feeding stray/wild animals - food/water bowls provided outside. Evidence of stray cats being fed. **Warning**
35A-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed fry oil jugs stored on the floor. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. 2023 license displayed.
50-09-4
61
Apr 10, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Repeat Violation**
05-08-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Repeat Violation**
53B-13-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. 1. Plastic water bottles at front counter. Operator stored properly. 2. Operator prepping chicken - container of chicken on kitchen floor. Operator elevated to prep table. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
70
Feb 2, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Repeat Violation**
05-08-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cases of plastic drinks stored on floor at front counter.
08B-38-4
67
Nov 14, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish stored over vegetables and raw shell eggs stored over vegetable sauce in cookline reach in. Reviewed proper refrigerator storage procedures and operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Vegetable sauce and cooked chicken - per operator items were prepared 2 days ago. Reviewed proper date marking procedures and operator date marked. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Discovery Take Out Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Discovery Take Out Restaurant on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Discovery Take Out Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Discovery Take Out Restaurant.
How does Discovery Take Out Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?
Discovery Take Out Restaurant most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.
Has Discovery Take Out Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Discovery Take Out Restaurant have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Discovery Take Out Restaurant 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 Discovery Take Out Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Discovery Take Out Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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