Letceita James

2988 Nw 55 Ave, Lauderhill, FL 33313

Other

Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Letceita James seven times, with records going back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 2, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “time/temperature control for safety food cold held”, which has been cited two times.

Among Lauderhill restaurants, the typical score is 74; Letceita James is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 2, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Oct 21, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

May 8, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded carrots and cabbage (68-71F - Cold Holding) in a container stored on top of ice at the front counter. Per operator held out of temperature less than an hour. Operator added more ice to container.

03A-02-5

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in reach in cooler a container raw chicken stored on top of a container of raw oxtail

08A-20-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers of sugar and dried beans stored on the floor in storage area.

08B-38-4

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in sugar container the scoop handle in contact with sugar

10-01-5

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed styrofoam cup with no handle used to dispense oats in storage area.

14-01-5

Mar 25, 2025

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed chlorine 200+ Ppm. Operator diluted Rechecked 100 Ppm **Corrected On-Site**

22-42-4

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed green peppers in reach in cooler. Operator stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-04-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cabbage and carrots mix (71F - Cold Holding) held on top of steam table at room temperature. Per operator held out of temperature less than 1 hour. Operator placed container in ice bath. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed disposable gloves stored inside hand washing sink. Operated discarded. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. On prep table

21-10-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop wet nesting in mop sink.

42-01-4

Mar 6, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present

FL-38

Jun 28, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.

14-31-5

Feb 8, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken and raw shell eggs stored over vegetables in cookline reach in. Operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

05-08-4

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

16-37-1

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.

36-37-5

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.

38-07-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Letceita James last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Letceita James on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Letceita James?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Letceita James.

How does Letceita James compare to other restaurants in Lauderhill?

Letceita James most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Lauderhill average of 74.

Has Letceita James' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Letceita James have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Letceita James 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 Letceita James inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Letceita James is inspected around two times per year on average.

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