Vees Caribbean Kitchen

6832 W Atlantic Blvd, Margate, FL 33063

African

Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026

Score

High Risk

Across the available record, Vees Caribbean Kitchen has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 12, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.

Looking across the full record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

By comparison, the average Margate facility scores 80, putting Vees Caribbean Kitchen on the weaker side. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 12, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Oct 2, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall by back exit door **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-02: No holes in ceilingsobserved same **Time Extended**

36-24-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Seafood freezer lid in disrepair **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-02: Observed at callback same **Time Extended**

14-11-5

Jul 25, 2025

Routine - Food

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

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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Feb 21, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Sep 25, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Apr 25, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained soiled

22-02-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken thawing in standing water at prep sink, operator turned on cold water **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

Oct 13, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Ambient thermometer outside on cooler #2 reading over 60F. TCS food temperatures below 41F.

05-05-4

Mar 28, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -Observed raw chicken stored over raw shrimp in Atosa freezer.

08A-20-5

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.

11-26-1

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.

11-27-4

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. -Observed scoop with handle in corn starch container. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -Observed take out containers stored on dry storage floor.

25-05-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed corn starch removed from the original container not identified by common name.

02D-01-5

Dec 13, 2022

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of of old food residue buildup on can opener blade.

22-02-4

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed no date mark on cooked rice stored in walk-in cooler. Per operator, rice was cooked on 12/13/2022. **Corrected On-Site**

02C-02-5

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. -Observed all employees training certification expired on 08/16/2021

53B-05-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Observed soiled residue buildup on can opener blade holster.

23-03-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Vees Caribbean Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Vees Caribbean Kitchen on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Vees Caribbean Kitchen?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Vees Caribbean Kitchen.

How does Vees Caribbean Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Margate?

Vees Caribbean Kitchen most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Margate average of 80.

Has Vees Caribbean Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Vees Caribbean Kitchen have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Vees Caribbean 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 Vees Caribbean Kitchen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Vees Caribbean Kitchen is inspected around three times per year on average.

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