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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.

Last inspection: 5 months ago · 5 reports on file

1752 NW 38 AVE.

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★☆☆ (3.4/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

10/7/2025· 5mo ago

Visit ID: 10878892

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 2 int, 2 basic

  • 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.

3/10/2025· 1y ago

Visit ID: 10753008

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

1/3/2025· 1y 2mo ago

Visit ID: 8892077

Follow-up Inspection Required

4 int, 4 basic

  • 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

9/17/2024· 1y 5mo ago

Visit ID: 8744000

Met Inspection Standards

2 int, 3 basic

  • 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.

4/11/2024· 1y 11mo ago

Visit ID: 8644488

Met Inspection Standards

1 int

  • 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.