Oakland Park Snack Bar

3161 W Oakland Park, Oakland Park, FL 33311

American

Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Oakland Park Snack Bar eight times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 12, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food”, which has been cited two times.

By comparison, the average Oakland Park facility scores 85, putting Oakland Park Snack Bar on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 12, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw fish not vertical separated from sandwich bun in chest freezer.

08A-02-6

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Manager returned during the inspection.

53A-05-6

Basic - Box containing roll/sheets of aluminum foil/plastic wrap/parchment paper/deli tissues has old food debris/soil residue inside. Observed accumulation of old food debris inside box containing plastic wrap.

25-25-4

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.

36-37-5

Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed food stored next to hand wash sink exposed to contamination.

08B-36-4

Sep 4, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marks gravy, shredded cheese, sliced ham, etc. Per operator all 24-36 hrs since production.

02C-02-5

Nov 6, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jul 18, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Jan 31, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Two-compartment sink used for warewashing. Observed 3rd compartment of sink blocked. Operator needs to sanitize properly.

16-28-4

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. All refrigerators need working ambient thermometers.

05-09-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed several cooling units working at 41-42F. Operator to get theses serviced.

14-11-5

Aug 23, 2023

Routine - Food

3 critical violations.

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Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Mar 23, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Cardboard box used as garbage container. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

33-02-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee belongings stored over prepared food on back shelf. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Cookline - Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator made new solution. Chlorine 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**

21-07-4

Dec 9, 2022

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.

50-17-2

High Priority - Raw beef burgers stored over or with ready-to-eat cooked chicken in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Reviewed proper refrigerator storage procedures and operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-02-6

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline - flip top - butter (41-50F). Observed item overfilled. Per operator item was placed in unit approximately an hour ago. Operator removed excess and placed in reach in to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda fountain nozzles. Operator cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Basic - Cardboard box used as garbage container.

33-02-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Oakland Park Snack Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Oakland Park Snack Bar on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Oakland Park Snack Bar?

Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Oakland Park Snack Bar.

How does Oakland Park Snack Bar compare to other restaurants in Oakland Park?

Oakland Park Snack Bar most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Oakland Park average of 85.

Has Oakland Park Snack Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Oakland Park Snack Bar have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Oakland Park Snack Bar means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Oakland Park Snack Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Oakland Park Snack Bar is inspected around two times per year on average.

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