East Acre Pub & Grub
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
82
Score
Across the available record, East Acre Pub & Grub has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 25, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “ice buildup in reach-in freezer by the dishwasher”, showing up three times.
Restaurants in Plantation average 78, so East Acre Pub & Grub is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
7
Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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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 - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer by the dishwasher. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler at the front of the bar. **Warning**
29-49-6
82
Oct 30, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with chemicals. As per operator, chemical is. Operator labeled properly.
41-17-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 containers not secured to the wall. Operator secured properly. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of oil stored on the floor in the dry storage area. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in freezer near grills.
14-69-4
78
May 21, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 major 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. Observed at walk in cooler - chorizo (47F - Cold Holding); milk (48F - Cold Holding); raw beef (51F - Cold Holding); wings (48F - Cold Holding) as per operator items held out of temperature for approximately 3 hours, operator placed item in ice. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: Observed at walk in cooler - following items at (45-48F - Cold Holding) -wings - burger patties -ground beef -Philly steak -raw bacon -milk -butter -sour cream -beer cheese -blue cheese -shredded Garlic Parmesan cheese -shredded Parmesan cheese -shredded cheddar cheese -white american cheese -spinach dip -caesar dressing -greek dressing -ranch dressing -honey mustard dressing -tartar dressing -cocktail sauce -relish -horseradish As per operator items held out of temperature for approximately 5. As per operator items not portioned or prepared today. **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed one employee engaged in food manipulation without proof of training. - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: Same **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: Same **Time Extended**
53A-07-6
70
May 20, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 major violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at walk in cooler - raw beef stored over cooked wings. Employee stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at walk in cooler - chorizo (47F - Cold Holding); milk (48F - Cold Holding); raw beef (51F - Cold Holding); wings (48F - Cold Holding) as per operator items held out of temperature for approximately 3 hours, operator placed item in ice. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-07-6
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed one employee engaged in food manipulation without proof of training.
53B-02-5
61
Apr 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
90
Feb 1, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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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**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Operator needs to provide chlorine test strips.
16-33-4
Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed 0 (zero) sanitizer on dish machine
16-55-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
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 Mahi thawing in sealed reduced oxygen packaging. Operator removed packaging. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
70
Jul 19, 2022
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 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. -Observed chlorine sanitizer at dishwashing machine at 00 ppm.
22-41-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Observed a unlabeled spray bottle with cleaning chemical at dishwashing area. Operator label **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Observed a buildup of black mold like substance in ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. -Observed soiled residue buildup on dishwashing machine. **Corrected On-Site**
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. -Observed containers with cooking oil stored on kitchen floor. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was East Acre Pub & Grub last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at East Acre Pub & Grub on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at East Acre Pub & Grub?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer by the dishwasher” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at East Acre Pub & Grub.
How does East Acre Pub & Grub compare to other restaurants in Plantation?
East Acre Pub & Grub most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Plantation average of 78.
Has East Acre Pub & Grub's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at East Acre Pub & Grub have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at East Acre Pub & Grub 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 East Acre Pub & Grub inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, East Acre Pub & Grub is inspected around two times per year on average.
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