Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse
Last inspected: Mar 27, 2026
95
Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse, the earliest from 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 27, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “stored food not covered”, showing up two times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Fort Lauderdale restaurant scores 80. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 27, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
95
Jan 22, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 12, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Cookline - Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine over 200ppm). Operator diluted solution. Chlorine 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-27-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Walk in cooler - black beans (58-59F - Cooling). Per operator item was prepared last night and held in walk in cooler overnight. Item not prepped or portioned today. Observed item in tall plastic container. See stop sale. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Walk in cooler - raw shell eggs stored over unwashed carrots. Operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning**
50-17-3
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Walk in cooler - black beans (58-59F - Cooling). Per operator item was prepared last night and held in walk in cooler overnight. Item not prepped or portioned today. Observed item in tall plastic container. See stop sale. **Warning**
03D-02-5
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Warning**
16-62-1
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover - shelving in walk in cooler. **Warning**
14-20-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Expo low boy - Ice cream. Operator covered. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-12-5
39
Mar 12, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 5, 2025
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
45
Jan 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Walk in cooler - raw beef stored over ready to eat vegetables. Operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
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/ PIC - Rudimar Rech. **Warning**
53A-05-6
Basic - Stored food not covered. Ice cream in expo area low boy. Operator covered. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Clean plates not stored inverted or in a protected manner - dining room - corner stations. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Operator made new solution. Chlorine 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-03-4
67
May 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam table - rice (84F - Hot Holding); mashed potatoes (82F - Hot Holding). Per operator holding one hour. Advised operator to immediately reheat to 165F and hot hold at 135F or higher. Operator increased heat. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary and chlorine.
16-37-1
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Buffet line - operator in process of having sneeze guards installed. Advised operator to invert dishes until sneeze protection is installed. **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer - top of door.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in flour. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
67
Mar 14, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
82
Jun 29, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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 - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Prep cook put on hair nets. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Straws at the bar. Straws moved to behind the bar. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
82
Jan 20, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 5 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
52
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse on file is from Mar 27, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse?
Across the inspection record, “stored food not covered” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse.
How does Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?
Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.
Has Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse is inspected around three times per year on average.
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