Long John Silvers
Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026
82
Score
Across the available record, Long John Silvers has 12 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Long John Silvers was last inspected on Mar 12, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.
When inspectors have written things up, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.
Compared to the broader Oakland Park restaurant scene, this is about average. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
12
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 12, 2026
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed accumulation of black substances buildup on AC vents at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. -Observed sanitizer solution stored underneath front counter next to take out cups.
21-44-1
Basic - Wiping cloths used for occasional spills on tableware (utensils, plates or bowls served to the consumer) not dry and used just for that purpose. **Corrected On-Site**
21-01-4
82
Oct 20, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling vent soiled with accumulated dust. Observed in kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
90
Jun 16, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Assistant Managers Jordan Lee and Marvin Palty both more than 30 days, both need Food MANAGER training certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: Manager Jordan Lee no longer here. Observed Willie John, Food Manager certification. Manager Marvin Palty does work shifts of 4 or more. Extension granted. **Time Extended**
53A-02-7
90
Jan 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Assistant Managers Jordan Lee and Marvin Palty both more than 30 days, both need Food MANAGER training certification. **Warning**
53A-02-7
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents in the kitchen soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed only 2024 license displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed 100 ppm Quaternary concentration. Label indicated made 5 hours prior to. Operator corrected to 200 ppm with new product.
21-08-4
78
Dec 10, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter, no vacuum breaker.
29-42-4
86
Oct 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter at mop sink. No vacuum breaker.
29-42-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Armando still no food handler certification. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-02-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator printed and posted. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
74
Jul 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
86
Dec 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64
Jul 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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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. Provided procedures page for operator. **Corrected On-Site**
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. Operator had 2 new hire employees fill out Food Employee Reporting Agreement during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Wall next to cookline hand sink. Wall around triple sink. **Repeat Violation**
36-30-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Front counter flip top.
29-49-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Under upper cookline microwave.
23-03-4
70
Mar 20, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. A/C return. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under mop sink. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Around Triple sink.
36-30-4
86
Dec 19, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. A/C vents and returns. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-19: Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. A/C vents and returns. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** **Time Extended**
36-34-5
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Long John Silvers last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Long John Silvers on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Long John Silvers?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Long John Silvers.
How does Long John Silvers compare to other restaurants in Oakland Park?
Long John Silvers most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Oakland Park average of 85.
Has Long John Silvers' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Long John Silvers have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Long John Silvers 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 Long John Silvers inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Long John Silvers is inspected around four times per year on average.
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