Lulu's Bait Shack

17 S Ft Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

American

Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Lulu's Bait Shack seven times, with records going back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 26, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Lulu's Bait Shack's latest score is in line with the Fort Lauderdale average of 80. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 26, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Dec 11, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present

FL-38

Mar 6, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present

FL-38

Oct 7, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cooling drawer in kitchen - cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding) as per operator item held out of temperature for approximately 3 hours, operator placed item in walk in freezer for quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar at rear of building. Operator provided paper towels **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Mar 6, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Aug 4, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw fish (60°F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (58°F - Cold Holding) at cook line. Per operator, food not prepped or portioned today. Food out of temperature for approximately 3hrs. Operator discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed operator using time as a public health control without written procedures. Emailed procedures to operator. **Corrected On-Site**

03F-10-5

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing unknown substance stored at dish machine in kitchen. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Feb 10, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Both soda gun holders and one nozzle at bar have mold like buildup. Manager removed all and cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unknown substance in bottle on shelf by entrance to kitchen and bottle hanging by dish machine Manager removed to label. **Corrective Action Taken**

41-17-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Left ice machine has mold like buildup around upper baffle and panel.

22-20-5

Basic - Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine. Dish machine rinse cycle reading 128F. Thermal label changed to indicate proper 160F sanitation.

16-38-5

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Unopened canned beverage in sandwich station cooler. Manager removed can. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-13-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bottles on cook line not identified. Employee labeled bottles. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

02D-01-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lulu's Bait Shack last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lulu's Bait Shack on file is from Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lulu's Bait Shack?

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

How does Lulu's Bait Shack compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?

Lulu's Bait Shack most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.

Has Lulu's Bait Shack's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lulu's Bait Shack have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Lulu's Bait Shack 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 Lulu's Bait Shack inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Lulu's Bait Shack is inspected around two times per year on average.

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