Scotchies Wings

4244 North Sr 7, Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33319

American

Last inspected: Oct 3, 2023

Score

Medium Risk

Public records show three inspections at Scotchies Wings stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 3, 2023. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent. No fresh inspection data is available: the latest entry for Scotchies Wings dates to Oct 3, 2023.

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

The pattern that stands out is “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer”, which has been cited two times.

Compared to other Lauderdale Lakes restaurants (averaging 75), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Oct 3, 2023

Routine - Food

5 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips. **Repeat Violation**

16-37-1

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at rear of kitchen. Operator provided.

31B-02-4

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.

53B-01-5

Intermediate - Original container of toxic degreaser substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label.

41-21-4

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed milk held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Operator date marked **Corrected On-Site**

02C-03-5

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shields missing in main kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

38-01-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed roll of ground beef sitting in sink. Operator placed in cooler **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

Jun 26, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present

FL-38

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Sep 14, 2022

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed in reach in freezer in kitchen; raw coconut shrimp over sweet potato fries. Reviewed proper separation from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer.

08A-17-6

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fried chicken wings (126-133°F - Hot Holding) in kitchen hot holding over fryer in fry basket. Chicken was prepared less than 4 hours ago. Reviewed the option of using Time as Public Health Control with operator. Operator reheated chicken wings 169°F. **Corrected On-Site**

03B-01-6

High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed in kitchen, chlorine sanitizer bucket 300 ppm. Reviewed chlorine maximum concentration allowed. Operator added water to chlorine solution 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**

41-27-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen next to 3 compartment sink. Operator provide paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop wet nesting in mop bucket.

42-01-4

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

32-12-5

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Scotchies Wings last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Scotchies Wings on file is from Oct 3, 2023. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Scotchies Wings?

Across the inspection record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Scotchies Wings.

How does Scotchies Wings compare to other restaurants in Lauderdale Lakes?

Scotchies Wings most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Lauderdale Lakes average of 75.

Has Scotchies Wings' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Scotchies Wings have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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

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