Ghost Bar & Restaurant

5450 S Sr 7 #1-4, Hollywood, FL 33314
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026
50
Score
High Risk

Ghost Bar & Restaurant appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. On Mar 12, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. 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 five violations per visit lately, up from roughly three violations before.

“No paper towels” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Hollywood average 75, so Ghost Bar & Restaurant trails the local norm. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 12, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
50
Oct 2, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Grill lowboy cooler gaskets are torn - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-02: Time extended until next Routine inspection. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
95
Oct 1, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
47
Jun 30, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Employee replaced soap **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Employee cover dumpster **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
78
Mar 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Double door reach in handles are broken. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-21: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
95
Mar 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 5 live roaches found on the floor next to the flip top cooler on the cook line 2 live roaches found next to the grill on the cook line 1 live roach found inside low boy cooler under the grill on the cook line 1 live roach found on the floor in the middle of the cook line **Admin Complaint**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At the triple sink hand wash sink.
31B-02-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Double door reach in handles are broken.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing at the cove molding on the cook line.
36-17-5
70
May 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler, raw scrim and fish over cooked chicken and raw potatoes.
08A-05-6
86
Feb 16, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 19, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam table in kitchen, Cheese dip ; (120F - Hot Holding) under 2 hours ago, operator moved to stove to reheat above 165F. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored over sauces inside walk in cooler. Operator moved raw shelled eggs and stored to lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw shrimp in 2 drawer cooler in kitchen. Manager inverted **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
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
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses in cook line. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator moved to stove top to heat above 135F.
10-07-4
Basic - Oil containers not stored at least 6 inches off the floor in dry storage room first floor.
08B-47-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ghost Bar & Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ghost Bar & Restaurant on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ghost Bar & Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ghost Bar & Restaurant.

How does Ghost Bar & Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Hollywood?

Ghost Bar & Restaurant most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Hollywood average of 75.

Has Ghost Bar & Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Ghost Bar & Restaurant have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Ghost Bar & 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 Ghost Bar & Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ghost Bar & Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.