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BORSALINO CAFE

Health inspection records show BORSALINO CAFE in PLANTATION has 6 inspections with a food safety rating of 2.3/5. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

1045 South University Drive
Florida, 33324
Broward County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★☆☆☆ (2.3/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 9/15/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10895832

  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in all 3 reach in freezers.
  • 10-17-4:Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed on cook line 2 knives held between reach in cooler and prep area. Operator stored properly Corrected On-Site
  • 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed above cook line
  • 12A-17-4:High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee crack raw shell eggs with gloved hands, remove gloves and wand for 5-7 seconds. Discussed proper hand washing time with employee. Employee rewashed hands for 10-15 seconds Corrected On-Site
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw smoked salmon stored over ready-to-eat tomatoes and cheese in walk in cooler. Operator stored properly. Discussed proper separation of raw ready to eat foods with operator Corrected On-Site
  • 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed WD 40 stored over clean drinking glasses. Operator stored properly. Bottle of hydrogen peroxide stored above clean utensils. Operator removed Corrected On-Site
  • 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker on splitter in mop sink.
  • 16-32-5:Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Operator unable to provide quaternary test kit at time of inspection
  • 53A-05-6:Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/

Inspection Date: 12/16/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8997560

  • 12A-27-4:High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Employee washed hands and put new gloves on Corrected On-Site
  • 11-27-4: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. Operator print and posted procedures Corrected On-Site
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cook handwashing sink used to wash cucumbers. Cook removed cucumbers from handwashing sink Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 10/8/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8996890

  • 45-04-4:- From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. -Observed establishment frying eggs and other grease laden equipment. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-08: **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 10/7/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8758161

  • 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked beef (45F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (44F - Cold Holding); raw pork (44F - Cold Holding); butter (45F). Per operator, beef and chicken cooked and placed in walk in cooler from over night. Pork and butter placed in unit 30 minutes prior to the inspection. Operator placed ice pack on raw pork and butter. See stop sale on cooked chicken and beef. Warning
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked beef (45F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (44F - Cold Holding); raw pork (44F - Cold Holding); butter (45F). Per operator, beef and chicken cooked and placed in walk in cooler from over night. Pork and butter placed in unit 30 minutes prior to the inspection. Operator placed ice pack on raw pork and butter. See stop sale on cooked chicken and beef. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Observed hand wash sink at cookline block with garbage container. Operator removed garbage container Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 45-04-4:Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. -Observed establishment frying eggs and other grease laden equipment.

Inspection Date: 3/7/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8562695

  • 50-17-3:High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/01/2023. Operator renewed during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed degreaser stored above red wine vinegar on black cart in front of triple sink, in kitchen. Operator properly stored. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 11/30/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8367854

  • 12A-02-4:High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands.
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to store utensils Owner removed utensils Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Owner replaced paper towels Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Owner replaced soap Corrected On-Site