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LOTUS

LOTUS located in FORT LAUDERDALE has undergone 6 health department inspections, achieving a 2.9/5 overall safety rating. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.

Last inspection: 2 months ago · 6 reports on file

3020 N FEDERAL HWY STE 1
Florida, 32940
Brevard County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★½☆☆ (2.9/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

1/7/2026· 2mo ago

Visit ID: 13517226

Met Inspection Standards

1 int, 3 basic

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Repeat Violation
  • 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of grease. Behind Stove and Fryer
  • 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Repeat Violation
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink next to Flip Top Cooler blocked by fan

9/10/2025· 6mo ago

Visit ID: 10930682

Met Inspection Standards

2 high, 1 int, 3 basic

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
  • 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • 21-07-4:Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Wiping cloth sanitizer greater than 100ppm. Operator dilute solution until 100ppm was attained Corrected On-Site
  • 12A-18-4:High Priority - Employee dried hands on apron after washing hands. Employee washed hands and put gloves on Corrected On-Site
  • 12A-09-4:High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee handled cellphone then continued to prep food items Employee washed hands and replaced gloves Corrected On-Site
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to store scouring pads Operator removed scouring pads Corrected On-Site

2/14/2025· 1y ago

Visit ID: 8879920

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 1 int, 1 basic

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
  • 12A-19-4:High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water.
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to wash utensils.

9/4/2024· 1y 6mo ago

Visit ID: 8760246

Met Inspection Standards

4 basic

  • 12B-02-4:Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Chef eating on cook line Corrected On-Site
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Bag of onion on kitchen floor. Owner moved to shelf Corrected On-Site
  • 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind 3Compartment sink
  • 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet. Faucet at hand sink

3/20/2024· 1y 11mo ago

Visit ID: 8505968

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 1 int, 2 basic

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Employee used bowl to scoop rice
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Shrimp being thawed in standing water
  • 12A-20-4:High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Employee washed hands with warm water and soap Corrected On-Site
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle contain clear liquid identified as sanitizer. Operator labeled spray bottle Operator labeled spray bottles. Corrected On-Site

9/21/2023· 2y 5mo ago

Visit ID: 8368604

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 1 int, 1 basic

  • 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Bottle water
  • 12A-09-4:High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
  • 12A-03-4:Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in 3Compartment sink