Lucky Fish
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026
82
Score
Inspectors have visited Lucky Fish nine times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 8, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “stop sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome”, showing up three times.
Compared to the broader Pompano Beach restaurant scene, where the average is 78, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 8, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
82
Aug 1, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
74
Feb 3, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line, pooled eggs 51°F. Operator stated held less than one hour. Operator moved to walk in cooler to cool down. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. In walk in cooler, 19 servings of swordfish still in vacuum packs after thawed. Operator stated thawed overnight.
01B-13-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. In walk in cooler, 19 servings of swordfish still in vacuum packs after thawed. Operator stated thawed overnight. See stop sale
06-09-1
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. On prep line, shrimp defrosting in standing water. Operator turned on running water. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-01-5
67
Nov 18, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. At cook line, 18 snapper stored in reduced oxygen package not removed before thaw. Cook stated thawed overnight. **Warning**
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. At outside bar, soda gun nozzle solid with mold like substance. Employee removed nozzle to clean **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-02-4
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. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At outside bar, spray bottle containing sanitizer not labeled. Employee labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. At cook line, 18 snapper stored in reduced oxygen package not removed before thaw. Cook stated thawed overnight. See stop sale **Warning**
06-09-1
61
Jan 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. 8 pieces of snapper in walk in cooler not removed from package before thawing. Thawed overnight.
01B-13-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. On prep line, soufflé cup used to dispense seasoning. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. 8 pieces of snapper in walk in cooler not removed from package before thawing. Thawed overnight.
06-09-1
78
Nov 8, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. On cook line, cooked shrimp (59°F - Cooling ); cooked chicken (62°F - Cooling). Operator stated not cooked or cooled today. Held overnight. See stop sale.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. On cook line, cooked shrimp (59°F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (62°F - Cold Holding). Operator stated not cooked or cooled today. Held overnight.
03D-02-5
Intermediate - Menu contains an item made with a raw/undercooked animal food as an ingredient and description of item does not inform consumer of raw/undercooked animal food ingredient. On menu, Hidden ingredient on menu acme lox and bagel not labeled raw.
02B-04-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. In walk in cooler, hamburger box stored on floor. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. At cook line, avocados not washed before use. Avocados still have stickers. Informed operator of correct procedure on proper washing.
08B-39-4
61
Mar 1, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed grilled onions (81°F - Cold Holding); grilled peppers (93°F - Cold Holding) at cook line. Per operator, foods not prepped or portioned today; out of temperature for approximately 1.5hrs. Advised operator to use time as a public health control. Operator put items in reach in cooler to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 400ppm)corrected to 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed scour pad stored in hand wash sink next to three compartment sink. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with unknown substance stored on shelf above three compartment sink. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. 1) Observed employee coffee stored on food prep table in front of walk in cooler. Employee removed. 2) Observed employee water cup next to clean glasses stored on shelf above three compartment sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone stored on top of spice container at prep table in back area of kitchen. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed tuna cubes thawing in standing water at cook line. Tuna still frozen solid. Reviewed proper thawing methods with operator. Employee put tuna in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
45
Sep 30, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lucky Fish last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lucky Fish on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lucky Fish?
Across the inspection record, “stop sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Lucky Fish.
How does Lucky Fish compare to other restaurants in Pompano Beach?
Lucky Fish most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Pompano Beach average of 78.
Has Lucky Fish's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lucky Fish have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Lucky Fish 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 Lucky Fish inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Lucky Fish is inspected around three times per year on average.
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