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BELLE CUISINE CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT LLC

BELLE CUISINE CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT LLC located in FORT LAUDERDALE has undergone 11 health department inspections, achieving a 2.7/5 overall safety rating. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

Last inspection: 2 weeks ago · 11 reports on file

1952 NW 9 AVE

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★½☆☆ (2.7/5)
Based on 11 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

4/1/2026· 2w ago

Visit ID: 13663480

Follow-up Inspection Required

2 high, 6 int, 6 basic

  • 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning
  • 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellular phone stored on food preparation table. Warning
  • 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Warning
  • 10-06-5:Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed spoon with handle stored in container with rice. Operator removed fish Warning
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on rice cooker. Warning
  • 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls throughout kitchen soiled with accumulated of old food residue buildup. Warning
  • 22-45-4:High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing and rinsing utensils and food containers without sanitizing. Warning
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish and eggs stored over cooked pork and chicken in reach in cooler. Warning
  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No proof of food manager certification at this time. Warning
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator replenished. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 53B-01-5: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
  • 11-26-1: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. Warning
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Warning
  • 02C-02-5: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 marked on cooked chicken and pork stored in reach in cooler. Per operator, both items cooked more than 24 hours. Warning

4/1/2026· 2w ago

Visit ID: 13663510

Met Inspection Standards
  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

3/31/2026· 2w ago

Visit ID: 13542467

Follow-up Inspection Required

5 high, 5 int, 1 basic

  • 35B-05-4:Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Exterior door has a gap at the top of the threshold that opens to the outside.
  • 35A-02-7:High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 6 small flying insects in the kitchen landing on cut tomatoes, chopped lettuce and cut onions with peppers. Approximately 5 small flying insects landing on clean dishes and single service items near the dishwashing area. Admin Complaint
  • 50-17-3:High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on December 1,2025. Establishment is open and serving food to the public. Admin Complaint
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat fish. Operator stored properly. Corrected On-Site
  • 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 6 small flying insects in the kitchen landing on cut tomatoes, chopped lettuce and cut onions with peppers.
  • 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of degreaser stored over ready to eat peppers in the dry storage area. Operator stored properly. Corrected On-Site
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the handwashing sink with a water bottle and food in it. Operator removed items from the handwashing sink. Corrected On-Site
  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
  • 53B-01-5: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.
  • 03F-10-5:Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed establishment properly using Time as a Public Health Control but they don't have the written procedures. Inspector emailed the operator the written procedures. Corrected On-Site
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled bottle of chemicals in the dry storage area. As per operator, chemical is degreaser. Operator properly labeled. Corrected On-Site

10/7/2025· 6mo ago

Visit ID: 10919747

Met Inspection Standards

2 int, 4 basic

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed sauce being dispersed with take out plastic ramekin. Repeat Violation
  • 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
  • 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water leaking from roof onto common area walkway.
  • 14-42-4:Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed all hood filters missing while cooking below.
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at front counter. Operator replaced. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple items, beans, Turkey, chicken, etc. per operator 24-36 hours since preparation, no date marks. Repeat Violation

2/21/2025· 1y 1mo ago

Visit ID: 8997499

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 4 int, 6 basic

  • 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
  • 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed sign in only restroom partially obscured with paint.
  • 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
  • 33-34-4:Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed storage area in rear in significant disrepair and cleanliness.
  • 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked beef in storage cooler (not cook line cooler) 39°F with no cover. Operator covered with foil. Corrected On-Site
  • 50-17-3:High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. No 2025 license at the time of inspection. Operator paid 2025 during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink at front counter area, blocked by cases of bottled beverages.
  • 32-11-5:Intermediate - Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet in only rest.
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at front counter hand wash sink. Repeat Violation
  • 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed beef, beans, prepared 24-36 hours prior (per cook) no date mark.

10/7/2024· 1y 6mo ago

Visit ID: 8735212

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 1 int, 4 basic

  • 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee coffee on top of microwave oven.
  • 36-68-5:Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on hood filters, walls, and ceiling.
  • 42-03-5:Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed tools ( drill and tool bag) stored on top of drink cooler.
  • 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed stored in full bucket.
  • 41-05-4:High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed household pesticides in hallway.
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at front counter hand washing sink.

5/10/2024· 1y 11mo ago

Visit ID: 8628258

Met Inspection Standards
  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

3/8/2024· 2y 1mo ago

Visit ID: 8576082

Follow-up Inspection Required

3 int, 3 basic

  • 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed large bag of rice on floor by the stove.
  • 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of take out boxs stored directly on the hallway floor.
  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
  • 53A-07-6:Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Warning
  • 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken cooked 24 hours ago with no date marks.

2/16/2024· 2y 2mo ago

Visit ID: 8591943

Met Inspection Standards
  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

1/16/2024· 2y 3mo ago

Visit ID: 8575434

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 high, 2 int, 1 basic

  • 35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior kitchen door has a gap at the top of the frame that opens to the outside. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-16: **Time Extended**
  • 29-42-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-16: **Time Extended**
  • 16-33-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-16: **Time Extended**
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-16: **Time Extended**

12/7/2023· 2y 4mo ago

Visit ID: 8357019

Follow-up Inspection Required

4 high, 5 int, 5 basic

  • 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior kitchen door has a gap at the top of the frame that opens to the outside. Warning
  • 36-24-5:Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall missing on exterior, above back door. Warning
  • 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid. Warning
  • 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Warning
  • 22-42-4:High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed 0 ppm chlorine in 3 compartment sink. Operators not sanitizing equipment properly. Operator corrected during visit. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 50-17-3:High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Warning
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored in cooler above cabbage. Operator relocated to the bottom shelf. Corrected On-Site
  • 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Warning
  • 16-33-4:Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Warning
  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Warning
  • 53B-01-5: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
  • 02C-02-5: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 marking. Per operator multiple foods more than 24 hours.