Top Chefs Restaurant and Lounge

1595 W Oakland Park Blvd., Oakland Park, FL 33311

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Last inspected: Feb 12, 2024

Score

High Risk

Inspectors have visited Top Chefs Restaurant and Lounge four times, with records going back to 2023. Top Chefs Restaurant and Lounge was last inspected on Feb 12, 2024. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record. The most recent inspection at Top Chefs Restaurant and Lounge is from Feb 12, 2024, and nothing newer appears in the public record.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 10 violations per visit lately, up from roughly seven violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “current hotel and restaurant license not displayed”, which has been cited three times.

By comparison, the average Oakland Park facility scores 85, putting Top Chefs Restaurant and Lounge on the weaker side. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 12, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 10 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**

50-17-3

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold like buildup inside soda guns at front counter.

22-02-4

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. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple containers inside walk-in cooler with no dates. Per operator more than 24 hours since prepared. Observed rice and beans, thawed snapper, etc.

02C-02-5

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned and sanitized during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

22-20-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed coffee cups on prep table and cook line above food. Operator removed. **Corrective Action Taken**

12B-07-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic water bottles stored directly on the floor. Operator placed on shelves. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed behind freezer, on sleeves, and floor.

14-69-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cook line. Utensils in 92°F water. Operator applied constant heat. Observed 140°F. Correction made. **Corrected On-Site**

10-07-4

Oct 30, 2023

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Flex seal among dining plates. Manager removed item **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink located next to 3 Compartment sink.

31B-02-4

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Owner **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Oct 16, 2023

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 11 violations

High Priority - Hot time/temperature control for safety food received at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hot food table turned off. Per operator food here since noon. Now 4:00 pm. Brown stew chicken (110°F - Hot Holding); White rice (121°F - Hot Holding) Stop sale. Product discarded by operator. **Corrective Action Taken**

03B-15-5

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed hot food table turned off. Per operator food here since noon. Now 4:00 pm. Brown stew chicken (110°F - Hot Holding); White rice (121°F - Hot Holding) Stop sale. Product discarded by operator. **

01B-02-5

High Priority - Glass stem/sensor thermometer in use with no shatterproof coating.

05-01-4

Intermediate - Handwash in front kitchen sink not accessible for employee use at all times due to trash can blocking access. **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

05-08-4

53B-01-5

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.

10-01-5

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**

50-09-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed 1 container of utensils in water with no heat being applied (94°F) operator removed to dish area to be cleaned and sanitized. **Corrective Action Taken**

10-07-4

Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.

14-20-4

Apr 19, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container with raw shell egg stored over raw lettuce and raw onions. Operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bar area hand sink blocked by electronic equipment. **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

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

16-37-1

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Around condensing coils and and on shelving. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Butter. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**

50-09-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets - walk in cooler.

14-11-5

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Top Chefs Restaurant and Lounge last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Top Chefs Restaurant and Lounge on file is from Feb 12, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Top Chefs Restaurant and Lounge?

Across the inspection record, “current hotel and restaurant license not displayed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Top Chefs Restaurant and Lounge.

How does Top Chefs Restaurant and Lounge compare to other restaurants in Oakland Park?

Top Chefs Restaurant and Lounge most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Oakland Park average of 85.

Has Top Chefs Restaurant and Lounge's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Top Chefs Restaurant and Lounge have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Top Chefs Restaurant and Lounge 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.

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