Local Restaurant
Last inspected: Feb 2, 2026
90
Score
Inspectors have visited Local Restaurant 10 times, with records going back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 2, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around five violations, down from roughly 11 violations earlier in the record.
When inspectors have written things up, “no paper towels” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Oakland Park restaurant scores 85. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 2, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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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 2025-12-03: At Time of callback inspection not complied Time extended 59 days **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-02: Operator unable to provide at time of inspection **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
90
Dec 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on December 1 2025 **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-03: At time of callback inspection not complied Time extended 59 days **Time Extended**
50-17-3
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-03: At time of callback inspection not complied **Time Extended **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-03: At time of callback inspection not complied. Time extended **Time Extended**
05-08-4
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 2025-12-03: At Time of callback inspection not complied Time extended 59 days **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand washing signs in the unisex bathroom **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-03: At time of callback inspection not complied **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
61
Dec 2, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
23
Sep 9, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
33
Feb 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
74
Sep 11, 2024
Routine - Food
7 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 17 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ob empty plastic containers stored in hand washing sink
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
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. Employees started less than 60 days did not fill out food employee reporting agreement
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed plastic shelves in walk-in cooler soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
22-02-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop wet nesting in mop bucket.
42-01-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shield missing in kitchen area.
38-01-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense cornmeal.
14-01-5
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed cardboard on walk-in cooler floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first.
36-06-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage tiles in kitchen.
36-32-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed freezer chests gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled/has accumulation of debris behind cook line and behind containers of flour,salt located by the three compartment sink
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed freezer chests gaskets soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
23-03-4
Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area.
38-05-4
30
Feb 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired December 1, 2023.
50-17-3
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door in kitchen. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in mop bucket. Operator hung mop. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed accumulation of water on floor in kitchen area. Operator mopped standing water. **Corrected On-Site**
36-22-4
67
Nov 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink blocked by tubs and large trash can. Operator moved items to unblock. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand washing sink no sign.
31B-04-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed in reach in cooler sautéed onions uncovered. Operator covered food. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wipe cloth on prep table. Operator placed wipe cloth in sanitizing solution. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
78
Jun 21, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
58
Jun 1, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Local Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Local Restaurant on file is from Feb 2, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Local Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Local Restaurant.
How does Local Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Oakland Park?
Local Restaurant most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Oakland Park average of 85.
Has Local Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Local Restaurant have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Local Restaurant 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 Local Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Local Restaurant is inspected around four times per year on average.
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