Koolulu
Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026
50
Score
Going back to 2023, Koolulu has seven inspections in the public record. Koolulu was last inspected on Feb 11, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around nine violations each.
Across the inspection history, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
By comparison, the average Surfside facility scores 74, putting Koolulu on the weaker side. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
4
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 11, 2026
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with old food debris. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed soiled plates and soup bowl stored in hand wash sink at front counter. Employee removed soiled plates and bowls. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink at front line. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **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. Observed no proof of any training for all staff. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with black mold-like substance. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile showing water damage above 3 door reach in cooler. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in cooler. Observed ice buildup inside of single door reach in cooler near exterior door. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with old food debris. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights above prep area missing shield. **Warning**
38-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in reach in coolers soiled with old food debris. **Warning**
23-03-4
50
Nov 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed container with raw chicken stored over raw beef in single door reach in cooler.
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with window cleaner not labeled.
41-17-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed on paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen. Employee provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees engaged in food preparation with no hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bags of raw beef in container stored on floor near 3 compartment sink. Employee placed container off of floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle. Employee removed tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth stored under green cutting board in kitchen. Manager removed towel. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed bags of raw beef thawing submerged in water. Manager placed raw beef under running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
50
Feb 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
64
Dec 6, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
May 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over raw beef. Chef purse chicken on bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Debris inside ice machine **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Food debris under cooking equipments,
36-73-4
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Hood filters soiled.
36-68-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled l
23-03-4
67
Feb 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee preparing salad, answered the cell phone and goes back to work without changing gloves. Employee washed hands and changed gloves. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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. Form was provided to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Raw/Undercooked meat offered without consumer advisory. All raw animal foods most be cooked to the minimum cooking temperature. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
02B-02-5
Intermediate - Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Sanitizer not dispensing automatically. Advised PIC to use only the triple sink. PIC called the technician. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
16-59-1
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. Poster was provided to operator **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled. PIC washed it. **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Hand washing sink faucet missing handle . **Warning**
29-09-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Food debris under cooking equipments. **Warning**
36-01-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in coolers gaskets soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Food debris inside reach in cooler at front counter . Manager told employee to clean it **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-16-4
29
Jan 13, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Koolulu last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Koolulu on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Koolulu?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Koolulu.
How does Koolulu compare to other restaurants in Surfside?
Koolulu most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Surfside average of 74.
Has Koolulu's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Koolulu have averaged around nine violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Koolulu 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 Koolulu inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Koolulu is inspected around two times per year on average.
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