Fern Gully Grill
Last inspected: Oct 6, 2025
45
Score
Public records show 12 inspections at Fern Gully Grill stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Oct 6, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around eight violations per visit lately, up from roughly four violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry”, which has been cited four times.
Restaurants in Pompano Beach average 78, so Fern Gully Grill trails the local norm. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
12
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
45
Jul 2, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired December 1 2024 **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-02: At time of callback inspection still observed **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in hot holding unit oxtail (125-134F - Hot Holding); curry chicken (128-133F - Hot Holding) per operator held out of temperature less than one hour. Operator increased heat of unit **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-02: At time of callback inspection oxtail (145F - Hot Holding); curry chicken (125F - Hot Holding **Admin Complaint**
03B-01-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. In kitchen **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-02: At time of callback inspection still observed **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Expired on December 1 2024 **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-02: At time of callback inspection still observed **Admin Complaint**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-02: At time of callback inspection still observed **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
64
Jul 1, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
32
Oct 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-16: At time of callback still observed **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
95
Oct 15, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 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 fried chicken (118-123F - Hot Holding) in hot holding unit at front counter observed honey stew chicken (125F - Hot Holding) plantain (95-110F - Hot Holding) cow feet (125-128F - Hot Holding); stew peas (129F - Hot Holding) per operator held out of temperature less than 2 hour. Operator placed chicken and plantains in oven to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed 2 chlorine sanitizer 200+ operator remade solution rechecked 100 Ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-15-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee dump sanitizer solution in hand sink at front counter. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen and bathroom Operator provided **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-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 started less than 2 weeks email form **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop wet nesting in mop sink **Warning**
42-01-4
50
Aug 19, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine wiping cloth sanitizer 200+ Ppm operator changed solution rechecked 100 Ppm **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed carrots in contact with non food grade thank you t shirt bag.
14-31-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear kitchen exit door
35B-01-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet nesting in mop bucket.
42-01-4
67
Feb 14, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 31, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in mop sink at back kitchen area. Operator hung up. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
95
Oct 31, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed carrots stored and in direct contact with a nonfood-grade plastic grocery bag. **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken (117F - Hot Holding); as per operator, in steam table 1.5 hours. Operator reheated to 165F. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front hand washing sink with a bucket inside. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
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/ Observed no food manager certification for Kadisha H. hired more than 30 days ago **Warning**
53A-07-6
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
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed not in use mop stored in mop bucket with dirty water. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a box of cabbage stored on the floor. **Warning**
08B-38-4
50
Aug 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
70
Jun 22, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
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. **Warning**
53B-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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Stained tiles over unused oven in kitchen **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. At reach in cooler cooler not In use in kitchen area **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Leading into back storage area of kitchen **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Bottom Coving torn off on wall at mop sink **Warning**
36-24-5
50
Nov 2, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on shallow pans on steam table cooked fish 109°F hot Holding, cooked plantains 112°F hot Holding , cooked chicken 120°F hot holding. Observed inside Window small Hot box , cooked chicken 126°F hot Holding Per operator products stored for approximately 1 hour. Operator moved products to hot box for reheating **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit.
05-06-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. To go cups stored under hand washing sink drain pipe on front counter area. Operator removed and stored properly **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Fern Gully Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Fern Gully Grill on file is from Oct 6, 2025. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Fern Gully Grill?
Across the inspection record, “wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Fern Gully Grill.
How does Fern Gully Grill compare to other restaurants in Pompano Beach?
Fern Gully Grill most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Pompano Beach average of 78.
Has Fern Gully Grill's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Fern Gully Grill have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Fern Gully Grill means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Fern Gully Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Fern Gully Grill is inspected around four times per year on average.
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