Grand Resort and Spa

539 N Birch Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

American

Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026

Score

High Risk

Grand Resort and Spa appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 21, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 10 violations per visit versus roughly four violations earlier in the record.

By comparison, the average Fort Lauderdale facility scores 80, putting Grand Resort and Spa on the weaker side. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 21, 2026

Routine - Food

6 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator's food thermometer needs new battery. **Warning**

05-06-4

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Front counter - milk - per operator opened 2 days ago. Operator date marked. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

02C-03-5

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge - Gaston Marcow. **Warning**

53A-01-7

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **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. **Warning**

53B-01-5

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. 1 employee without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator.A **Warning**

11-26-1

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**

50-09-4

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Dry storage room - containers of oranges and bananas. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08B-47-4

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on top of visibly soiled ice machine between uses. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

10-12-5

Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Operator cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

22-08-4

Nov 12, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Breakfast bar added - coffee station and griddles. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-12: Plans received but not approved. **Time Extended**

51-16-7

Sep 12, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Oct 13, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jan 27, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Grand Resort and Spa last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Grand Resort and Spa on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Grand Resort and Spa compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?

Grand Resort and Spa most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.

Has Grand Resort and Spa's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Grand Resort and Spa have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Grand Resort and Spa 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 Grand Resort and Spa inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Grand Resort and Spa is inspected around two times per year on average.

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