Press & Grind Cafe
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026
95
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at Press & Grind Cafe stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 4, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
“Handwash sink not accessible for employee use” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Press & Grind Cafe's latest score of 95 sits above the Fort Lauderdale average of 80. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 4, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
95
Oct 28, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
61
Mar 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations.
View 4 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
64
Nov 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
90
Sep 10, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter, counter top Butter pats per operator items held more than 4.5 hours ago, food not prepped or portioned today, see stop sale. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
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. Front counter, counter top Butter pats per operator items held more than 4.5 hours ago, food not prepped or portioned today, see stop sale. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation. Employee handle cellphone then handled ready to eat whole washed avocados without washing hands. Employee washed hands and put on new gloves. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-13-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Prep room handwashing sink blocked by freezer, operator moved. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Front counter handwashing sink with filter water dispenser attached to sink. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Brooklyn Bagel with raw smoked salmon, reviewed menu updating with operator. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - Non-service animals permitted in the premises of the establishment. Non service dog at coffee table area, customer left. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-22-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Employee beverage container and cell phone on back room food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils, operator removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Grab and go coffee no date marking. **Warning**
02D-03-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Juice station Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 50ppm), operator made new solution. Quaternary 150ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
21-08-4
35
Apr 12, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 11, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fried eggs hot held at 120-135. Operator reheated. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Greek yogurt spread (50F - Cold Holding), pesto (48-50F - Cold Holding), cut cherry tomatoes (47-48F - Cold Holding) at flip top #2. Additionally, marinated raw chicken (47-48F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler in back. None of the foods prepped or portioned today. Held in cooler more than 4 hours.. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed one small flying insect at kitchen area, not landing on anything. Operator killed and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-09-4
High Priority - Observed Greek yogurt spread (50F - Cold Holding), pesto (48-50F - Cold Holding), cut cherry tomatoes (47-48F - Cold Holding) at flip top #2. Additionally, marinated raw chicken (47-48F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler in back prep area items were not prepped or portioned today. Additionally, observed raw chicken breast (78-80F - Cold Holding) thawing in sink for less than 2 hours. Items in cooler held for more than 4 hours. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee touch raw chicken then ready to eat food with no handwashing. Discussed proper handwashing with operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
12A-12-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times at back area. Operator removed blockage. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Quiche and milk. Paperwork provided to operator. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03F-10-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 75F **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Coffee filters. **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed sanitizer solution at 0ppm. Operator corrected to 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-08-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee without hair restraint. Additionally, employee with long ponytail ineffective as it is touching food. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink next to single serve containers. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin at front counter. **Warning**
22-20-5
26
Jul 25, 2023
Complaint Full
3 major violations.
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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. Provided handout for operator. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Back room hand sink blocked by chest freezer. Operator moved to allow access to sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Quiche - front counter. Provided Time as a Public Health Control Form to operator and reviewed. Operator filled out form during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03F-10-5
74
Jun 23, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
52
Sep 23, 2022
Routine - Food
4 major violations.
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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 arrived during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided Time as a Public Control Form to operator and operator filled out form during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Nonservice animal (dog)in the food establishment or on premises.
35A-01-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operator confirmed that establishment will serve undercooked eggs if ordered. Provided Consumer Advisory to operator and operator posted. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Press & Grind Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Press & Grind Cafe on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Press & Grind Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Press & Grind Cafe.
How does Press & Grind Cafe compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?
Press & Grind Cafe most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.
Has Press & Grind Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Press & Grind Cafe have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Press & Grind Cafe 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 Press & Grind Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Press & Grind Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.
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