Firefly Restaurant
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
47
Score
Inspectors have visited Firefly Restaurant nine times, with records going back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 25, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
Firefly Restaurant's latest score of 47 falls below the Cooper City average of 74. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in dukers reach in chicken parm (47F - Cold Holding) per operator held in cooler overnight not portion or prepared today
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in dukers reach in chicken parm (47F - Cold Holding) per operator held in cooler overnight not portion or prepared today see stop sale. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
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
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed next to soda syrup rack
51-11-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on the flip top cutting board at the front counter.
12B-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Hobart mixer surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed in dukers reach in cooler a container of meatballs not covered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed walk in (trailer) outside in rear parking lot behind establishment.
08B-63-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Located by the mixer
36-27-5
47
Oct 15, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
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 and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed in case - pizza by the slice without proper time mark. Employee discarded at will. See stop sale. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03F-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed at reach cooler in hallway - raw lobster (not commercially packaged) stored over tiramisu dessert. Employee stored correctly. Observed at reach in freezer at cook line - raw shrimp stored over Ready to eat chicken tenders (not commercially packaged) employee stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on counter - garlic oil (71F - Cold Holding) as per employee forgot item. As per employee item held out of temperature for approximately 2 hours. Employee stored item in reach in cooler.
03A-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/6-hour period. See stop sale. Observed in case - pizza by the slice not discarded after the 4 hours. As per employee item held for 4.5 hours. Employee discarded at will. See stop sale.
03F-04-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at handwashing sink next to cook line - plastic container stored in sink, employee removed item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed build up of flour around dough mixer.
36-10-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed on table in front of triple sink - back pack stored on top of clean plates. Employee removed and stored item properly. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at microwave in front of triple sink.
22-08-4
Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed walk in cooler (trailer) in parking lot.
08B-63-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed in speed rack in front of triple sink - unwashed ominous stored over cooked mushrooms. Employee removed item. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed build up of flour around dough mixer.
36-27-5
37
Apr 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-30: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
95
Mar 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
39
Jul 30, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food
FL-09
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
50
Jun 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-07: Observed same **Time Extended**
50-09-4
95
Apr 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
52
Nov 17, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 12, 2022
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Main kitchen- observed all low boy and reach in coolers door handles soiled.
23-24-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Main kitchen pizza prep station cutting board- observed operator open cup of beverage on cutting board. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-02-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at all reach in coolers rusted and mold like substance.
14-33-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Firefly Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Firefly Restaurant on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Firefly Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Firefly Restaurant.
How does Firefly Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Cooper City?
Firefly Restaurant most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Cooper City average of 74.
Has Firefly Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Firefly Restaurant have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Firefly Restaurant 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 Firefly Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Firefly Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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