Hollywood Saras
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
50
Score
The health department has logged five inspections at Hollywood Saras, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 5, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around six violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “no proof provided that food employees are informed”, which has been cited three times.
Restaurants in Hollywood average 75, so Hollywood Saras trails the local norm. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
5
Inspections
2
Critical latest
4
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee failed to wash hands after handling items on chemical shelf while looking for thermometer and then moved to prepare food order. Reviewed proper procedures and employee washed hands and put on new gloves. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-07-5
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. Pizzas at front counter missing time marks. Per person in charge all prepared at 12:00pm opening. Employee added time marks. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03F-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unknown substance in spray bottle on cart by front counter. Employee labeled as sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
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. New employee less than 60 days unaware of signed reporting agreement. Agreement printed, read, and signed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-26-1
50
Apr 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink with hose attached **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-21: Observed same at mop sink with hose attached **Admin Complaint**
29-34-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Not provided for any employees. Provided to operator **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-21: Operator unable to provide at time of inspection **Admin Complaint**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-21: Operator unable to provide at time of inspection **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-21: Operator unable to provide at time of inspection **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
64
Feb 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink with hose attached **Warning**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator unable to provide quaternary test kit at time of inspection **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen hand wash sink. Operator provided **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
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. Not provided for any employees. Provided to operator **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing red substance at front counter, ware washing area not labeled. Operator labeled sanitizer **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Operator closed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
32-02-4
43
Sep 18, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
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.
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
53A-01-7
82
Aug 31, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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 - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Main kitchen Ceiling tile over preparation table- observed ceiling tile leaking water due to air conditioner pipe damaged.
29-11-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Hollywood Saras last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Hollywood Saras on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Hollywood Saras?
Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Hollywood Saras.
How does Hollywood Saras compare to other restaurants in Hollywood?
Hollywood Saras most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Hollywood average of 75.
Has Hollywood Saras' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hollywood Saras have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Hollywood Saras 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 Hollywood Saras inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Hollywood Saras is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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