Ozzie's Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar
Last inspected: Mar 20, 2026
64
Score
Going back to 2022, Ozzie's Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar has eight inspections in the public record. Ozzie's Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar was last inspected on Mar 20, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
That's lower than the typical Fort Lauderdale restaurant, which scores around 80. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 20, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
64
Aug 8, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Excessive amounts of ice build up in reach in freezer in the back prep area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-08: Observed same. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide not adequately secured at front entrance to bar. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-08: Observed same. **Time Extended**
51-11-4
90
Aug 7, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
19
Apr 1, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top cooler, rice (50F - Cold Holding); beans (45F - Cold Holding). Operator stated placed in cooler less than 1 hour.employee moved items to bottom cooler to chill **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In reach in freezer, raw salmon not commercially packaged stored above ready to eat French fries. Operator moved French fries to top shelf **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied. In walk in cooler, oyster tag removed from original container before being emptied. Operator put tag back with oysters. **Corrected On-Site**
01C-10-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator does not have chlorine test for three compartment sink or dishwasher.
16-37-1
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. Some employees hired less than 90 days are not informed of their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed reporting agreement to operator
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At handwashing sink on cook line, no soap provided. operator provided soap **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Tags not date marked with last day served. Discussed with operator to date mark tags.
01C-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. On back line by reach in freezer, fryer oil stored on floor. Instructed operator to store oil at least six inch from floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. On cook line, in use knives stored between equipment. Operator removed items to clean **Corrective Action Taken**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line, standing water 76°f with in use utensils. Discussed with operator that water needs to be 135°at or above. Discarded water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
39
Oct 7, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 30, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
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High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Temperature 154F).
22-49-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
78
Mar 6, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 9 major violations. 9 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Temperature 146F). Operator set up triple sink - chlorine 100ppm. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-49-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish stored over cream in back reach in. Operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Warning**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. **Warning**
01C-02-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Bar soda guns and holsters. Operator cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bar hand sink with soda gun and utensils in sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Warning**
16-62-1
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Cookline. Operator replaced. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide tank not adequately secured. Bar. **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Hall next to bar. **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Cookline. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of potatoes on cookline. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. **Warning**
23-24-4
19
Nov 9, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ozzie's Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ozzie's Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar on file is from Mar 20, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ozzie's Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar?
Across the inspection record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ozzie's Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar.
How does Ozzie's Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?
Ozzie's Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.
Has Ozzie's Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ozzie's Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Ozzie's Oceanfront Restaurant & 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 Ozzie's Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ozzie's Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar is inspected around two times per year on average.
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