La Perla Seafood Bar & Grill
Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026
33
Score
La Perla Seafood Bar & Grill has been inspected nine times since 2023. La Perla Seafood Bar & Grill was last inspected on Jan 20, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near eight violations per visit across recent inspections.
“No paper towels” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
La Perla Seafood Bar & Grill's latest score of 33 falls below the Sunrise average of 78. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
9
Inspections
4
Critical latest
1
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 20, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
33
Jul 29, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 28, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
32
Mar 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
45
Feb 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
70
Dec 9, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 6 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed employees wash hands in cold water (76F) at handwashing sink in kitchen.
12A-19-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed at large chest freezer by expo window - ice cream(not commercially packaged) and chili peppers (not commercially packaged) stored in same container as raw fish. Operator removed and stored items properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at ceviche - diced tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding) as per operator items not portioned or prepared today. Item held out of temperature approximately 1 hour.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cigarette pack stored on prepping table in kitchen. Operator removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handle personal phone then proceeded to serve soup without handwashing. Employees complied. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-29-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employees rinsing wiping cloth at handwashing sink in kitchen.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed ceviche and tiradito not marked as raw in menu. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 5 employees on duty engaged in food manipulation without a manager present.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink at bar. Operator provided item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
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. Observed 3 employees engaged in food manipulation without proof of training.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink in kitchen (76F)
27-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine in storage room.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaged in food manipulation while wearing watch. Employee removed item. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in kitchen. Operator stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed at mini fridge in kitchen by expo window.
14-36-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed at walk in freezer - container of octopus not covered. Operator covered item. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
20
May 6, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a pitcher in the bar hand washing sink. Operator removed. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Menu does not identify raw ingredients in ceviches with an asterisk.
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in bar area. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed no written procedures for boiled potatoes. TPHC form provided to store email. **Corrective Action Taken**
03F-10-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed in dishroom clean shelf and on multiple containers.
16-46-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
14-20-4
61
Feb 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. garlic sauce (120F - Hot Holding); sautéed chick peas (119F - Hot Holding), per r food hot held for one hour, reheated on the stove to 169F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine sanitizer test strips
16-37-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bar area, next to coffee cups, containing sanitizer, employee labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
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 emailed to operator.į
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar area- employee provided. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water temperature 112F, employee removed from water and placed on hot water (155F) **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Prep table- under shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Four under shelves with substantial build of rust
14-33-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Plastic cup inside container of rice, Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
50
Jan 6, 2023
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust buildup on walls of the kitchen where fans are pointed. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Perla Seafood Bar & Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Perla Seafood Bar & Grill on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Perla Seafood Bar & Grill?
Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Perla Seafood Bar & Grill.
How does La Perla Seafood Bar & Grill compare to other restaurants in Sunrise?
La Perla Seafood Bar & Grill most recently scored 33 out of 100, which is lower than the Sunrise average of 78.
Has La Perla Seafood Bar & Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Perla Seafood Bar & Grill have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at La Perla Seafood Bar & Grill 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 La Perla Seafood Bar & Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Perla Seafood Bar & Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.
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