M & N Caribbean Restaurant
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026
95
Score
M & N Caribbean Restaurant appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2025. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 4, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around six violations each.
Restaurants in Fort Lauderdale average 80, so M & N Caribbean Restaurant is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
6
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 4, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light not functioning. ATOSA- two glass doors-reach in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-04: Observed same **Time Extended**
36-62-4
95
Feb 3, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
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
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
27
Jan 13, 2026
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical test kit for 3 compartment sink and sanitizer bucket when using chlorine as the main sanitizer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: No chemical test kit for 3 compartment sink and sanitizer bucket when using chlorine as the main sanitizer. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Emailed poster to operator. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: Poster not posted. **Time Extended**
11-03-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Emailed poster to operator. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: Poster not posted. **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1.Interior of reach in cooler next to frozen foods freezer dirty with old food and food debris. 2.Around all cooking equipment dirty with food debris. 3.Dry storage rack shelves soiled with dirt. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: Interior of reach in cooler next to frozen foods freezer dirty with old food and food debris. No other violations observed at time of call back inspection. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered receptacle in women's bathroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: Observed same. **Time Extended**
32-12-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on prep table - Green cutting board is grooved and no longer cleanable. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: Observed same **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed poster to operator. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: Poster not posted. **Time Extended**
51-13-4
61
Nov 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
30
Feb 12, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored in mop bucket with soiled water **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-12: Observed same **Time Extended**
42-01-4
95
Feb 11, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 2 door TRUE glass front; cooked turkey (51F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (50F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (51F - Cold Holding); butter (52F - Cold Holding); tomato sauce (55F - Cold Holding); black beans (52F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (54F - Cold Holding). Per operator all foods in unit longer than 4hrs, not portioned or prepared today. Unit unable to keep food cold. See stop sale **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 2 door TRUE glass front; cooked turkey (51F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (50F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (51F - Cold Holding); butter (52F - Cold Holding); tomato sauce (55F - Cold Holding); black beans (52F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (54F - Cold Holding). Per operator all foods in unit longer than 4hrs, not portioned or prepared today. Unit unable to keep food cold. See stop sale **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with mold like substance **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit for bleach triple sink **Warning**
16-37-1
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored in mop bucket with soiled water **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. For both bathroom and kitchen handwashing sink **Warning**
31B-04-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was M & N Caribbean Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at M & N Caribbean Restaurant on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
How does M & N Caribbean Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?
M & N Caribbean Restaurant most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.
Has M & N Caribbean Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at M & N Caribbean Restaurant have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at M & N Caribbean 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.
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