Lolys Restaurant
Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026
43
Score
Going back to 2022, Lolys Restaurant has eight inspections in the public record. Lolys Restaurant was last inspected on Mar 3, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near eight violations per visit across recent inspections.
When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
That's lower than the typical Homestead restaurant, which scores around 70. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
4
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 3, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler at cook line, as per operator less than 2 hours. Operator discarded voluntarily at the time of the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed operator washing container on hand wash sink across flat grill.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed at front counter. Operator fixed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked potatoes and tuna salad not date marked inside reach in cooler at cook line, as per operator over 24 hours. Operator dated food during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed chlorine spray bottle not labeled with common name at front counter.
41-17-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed on reach in freezer at front counter.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed spoon handle on top of cooked potatoes container, operator stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled microwave interior at kitchen area.
22-08-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked potatoes container not covered inside reach in cooler at kitchen area, operator covered during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Observed urinal in disrepair at men's bathroom.
32-23-5
43
Oct 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled around the establishment.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under flat grill with heavy soiled.
23-03-4
78
Mar 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observe across flat grill, employee restocked during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observe cooked potatoes not date marked on reach in cooler at cook line, as per employee over 24 hours, employee dated during inspection. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observe throughout kitchen.
36-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observe grease accumulated on hood filters.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observe on unit by 3 compartment sink.
22-16-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
64
Dec 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
43
Apr 25, 2024
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed on flour container. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed on cooked potatoes container inside reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at kitchen area.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood filters.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed in kitchen area.
21-09-4
70
Nov 2, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm); dispenser was empty, employee replaced during inspection.Dishwasher (Chlorine 100ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed raw tomatoes with mold-like growth in shelves at walk in cooler, employee discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-07-4
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked rice ,dated on 10/25 on reach in cooler in front dishwasher machine, employee discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-01-5
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.
11-27-4
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.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed bleach spray bottle not identified at front counter. Manager labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in some ceiling tiles water marks at dishwasher area.
36-32-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe under 3 compartment sink.
29-11-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed several WC at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
21-09-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed broken light shield at dishwasher area.
38-01-4
37
Jun 24, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
32
Sep 21, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
45
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lolys Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lolys Restaurant on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lolys Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Lolys Restaurant.
How does Lolys Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Homestead?
Lolys Restaurant most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Homestead average of 70.
Has Lolys Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lolys Restaurant have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Lolys Restaurant 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 Lolys Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Lolys Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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