The Host Table and Tap
Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026
78
Score
The health department has logged seven inspections at The Host Table and Tap, the earliest from 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 23, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Compared to the broader Fort Lauderdale restaurant scene, this is about average. The record reflects steady performance over time.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 23, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used
FL-45
78
Nov 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Operator added additional seating. Reviewed Seating Change form with operator. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-10: Observed same **Time Extended**
51-09-4
95
Aug 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
61
Jun 27, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Glass door - Raw chicken stored over ready-to-eat vegetables. Operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
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 - milk (48F); cream (46F). Per operator items held in unit overnight. No items prepped or portioned today. Observed ice buildup in unit. See stop sale. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter - milk (48F); cream (46F). Per operator items held in unit overnight. No items prepped or portioned today. Observed ice buildup in unit. See stop sale. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Cookline - Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine over 200ppm). Operator made new solution. Chlorine 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Eggs served any style. Operator posted advisory during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02B-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Glass door unit - cooked chicken - per operator prepared 2 days ago. Operator date marked **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. PIC - Oscar Calvo **Warning**
53A-01-7
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. 2 employees, from hire date, without food handler/CFM training. Reviewed Food Employee Reporting Agreement with operator. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter - milk (48F); cream (46F). Per operator items held in unit overnight. No items prepped or portioned today. Observed ice buildup in unit. **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Operator added additional seating. Emailed Seating change form to operator and reviewed. **Warning**
51-09-4
30
Oct 17, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 16, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. -Cookline - glass door unit - no TCS items - ambient temperature of unit (45F). -Freezer - Not frozen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-16: -Cookline - glass door unit - no TCS items - ambient temperature of unit (46F). Observed ice buildup at circulation fan. -Freezer - frozen solid. **Time Extended**
14-74-7
95
Oct 2, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary and chlorine. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Cookline. Operator replaced. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Cookline. Operator replaced. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. -Cookline - glass door unit - no TCS items - ambient temperature of unit (45F). -Freezer - Not frozen. **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with self-closing door. **Warning**
32-04-4
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Host Table and Tap last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Host Table and Tap on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Host Table and Tap?
Across the inspection record, “cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Host Table and Tap.
How does The Host Table and Tap compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?
The Host Table and Tap most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.
Has The Host Table and Tap's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Host Table and Tap have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Host Table and Tap means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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