Screaming Carrots
Last inspected: Feb 27, 2026
70
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Screaming Carrots, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 27, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Operating with an expired division of hotels” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
That's lower than the typical Hallandale Beach restaurant, which scores around 80. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 27, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed no 2026 license. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
50-17-3
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed two filters not returned to the hood after cleaning. Since the business was open, the operator replaced during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-42-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hand washing sink in front kitchen in disrepair.
29-08-4
70
Dec 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Container of raw beef patties stored above bag of raw pork bacon in white single door Refrigerator- Chef inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Case of mayonnaise stored on floor next to exit door. Employee elevated during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hood in poor repair. Maintenance started repairs during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-11-5
67
Apr 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee used personal phone and proceeded to open a container with cooked food and a ziplock bag with cooked corn without first removing gloves and washing hands. Reviewed proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-13-4
Basic - Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated grease, dust and mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored in dirty water. Employee removed and stored to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
78
Feb 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations.
View 4 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
64
Dec 6, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 12-01-2024 Expired
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Clear bag of raw chicken stored above container of cheese empanadas and bags of onion rings. Cook inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw burger stored above container of cooked chicken in Hisense Reach in cooler. Cook inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. lip Top ; Soft white Cheese ( 42-59- Cold Holding); Provolone Cheese (42-50F - Cold Holding). Per cook food items in unit less than 4 hours. Items not prepared or portioned today. Observed pans overfilled. Employee divided and stored top portions in reach in cooler to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. PIC not certify.
11-07-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Employee replaced. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Cases of water and sodas stored on floor in kitchen.
08B-38-4
Basic - Soap dispenser in disrepair.
14-11-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored in dirty water. Employee removed and stored in a manner to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of oils removed from original container not identified by common name. Cook labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
30
Mar 27, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 26, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
78
Aug 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee open drink stored on prep table front of sandwich station flip top- Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter hands sink. Manager replaced sign during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Working containers of oil removed from original container not identified by common name. Several squeeze bottles of oil not labeled Manager labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
78
Aug 25, 2022
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee provided with hat during inspection. Employee wears hat. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Email sign to operator during inspection. Operator printed and posted. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Manager placed in sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl with no handle in container of rice. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Screaming Carrots last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Screaming Carrots on file is from Feb 27, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Screaming Carrots?
Across the inspection record, “operating with an expired division of hotels” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Screaming Carrots.
How does Screaming Carrots compare to other restaurants in Hallandale Beach?
Screaming Carrots most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Hallandale Beach average of 80.
Has Screaming Carrots' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Screaming Carrots have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Screaming Carrots 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 Screaming Carrots inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Screaming Carrots is inspected around three times per year on average.
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