St Bess Kitchen
Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026
41
Score
Across the available record, St Bess Kitchen has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 21, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around eight violations per visit versus roughly three violations earlier in the record.
That's lower than the typical Sunrise restaurant, which scores around 78. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 21, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
41
Oct 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
64
Apr 21, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Lobster tails in non food grade plastic bag inside single door freezer.
14-31-5
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. Raw chicken over raw goat, all items not in original packaging. Operator reorganized **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Salad bar; pasta salad (78F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (79F - Cold Holding). Per operator foods not portioned or prepared today, in unit less than 4hrs. Observed food overfilled and insufficient amount of ice in cold holding unit. Introduced operators to Time as Public Health Control. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm). Operator remade to proper 100ppm
41-15-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test strips for bleach sanitizer bucket
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. New employees hired less than 3 weeks ago, per operator. No food employee agreement form.
11-26-1
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Sanitizer bucket in direct contact with floor behind front counter.
21-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Rags under cutting boards behind front counter. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
41
Nov 20, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
37
Feb 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Rice. Walk In Cooler
02C-02-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
16-13-5
86
Oct 17, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Raw crab in standard garbage bag in reach in freezer.
14-15-4
86
Mar 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-28: Employee has only been working 30 days new employee **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed Ceiling tiles not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-28: Still observed **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair at cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-28: Still observed **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed tile floor in food preparation, food storage,cracked broken potential standing water build up. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-28: Still observed **Time Extended**
36-02-5
78
Nov 7, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw lobster stored over French fries in reach in freezer. Operator removed and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed old food debris build up on can opener blade.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at hand washing sink at prep area. Operator placed paper towel at prep area **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser bottle in kitchen area not labeled. Operator labeled degreaser bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no bowl handle scoop used to dispense flour, rice, and sugar. Operator removed and placed proper utensil. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
36-37-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster. Inspector emailed poster to operator.
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at hand washing sink located at front counter. Operator placed hand washing sign at counter. Observed no soap at hand washing sink at front counter. Operator put soap at hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Observed Working containers of flour, rice, sugar removed from original container not identified by common name. Operator labeled containers.
02D-01-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open.
33-16-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator stored wet mop correctly.
42-01-4
45
Frequently Asked Questions
When was St Bess Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at St Bess Kitchen on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
How does St Bess Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Sunrise?
St Bess Kitchen most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Sunrise average of 78.
Has St Bess Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at St Bess Kitchen have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at St Bess Kitchen means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is St Bess Kitchen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, St Bess Kitchen is inspected around two times per year on average.
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