LELE APYE CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT
LELE APYE CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT in LAUDERHILL has 5 health inspections on record with an overall food safety rating of 3.4/5. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.
1752 NW 38 AVE.
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★★☆☆ (3.4/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
Inspection Date: 10/7/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 10878892
- 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
- 06-06-5:Basic - Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Observed a frozen Turkey, no longer frozen solid, slacking in 3 compartment sink. Operator returned to refrigerator. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed in chest freezer, take out bags used to cover cooked food. Operator replaced with foil. Corrected On-Site
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink in kitchen blocked with dirty pots and pans. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site
- 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 in chest freezer, frozen solid. Per operator all 2 or more days since production, no date marks.
Inspection Date: 3/10/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 10753008
- N/A:No Violations Were Observed
Inspection Date: 1/3/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8892077
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Warning
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed: 1. in store room, plastic water bottles stored directly on the floor. 2. Dry goods such as beans, rice, etc all stored directly on the floor. Warning
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed multiple items in freezer, frozen solid, with no covers. Warning
- 21-09-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Warning
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Warning
- 53B-13-5: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
- 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 in freezer with no date marks. Operator states, all prepared more than 48 hours prior. Warning
Inspection Date: 9/17/2024
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8744000
- 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed no door closure device.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic soda, water, and drink bottles stored directly on the floor.
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at both front counter and restroom handwash sinks. Operator provided for both. Corrected On-Site
- 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.
Inspection Date: 4/11/2024
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8644488
- 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. Sauce prepared more than 24 hours, no date mark.