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LA PERLA SEAFOOD BAR & GRILL

Food safety records indicate LA PERLA SEAFOOD BAR & GRILL in SUNRISE has 7 inspections with a 1.9/5 overall rating. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.

1396 SW 160 AVE

Overall Food Safety Rating

★½☆☆☆ (1.9/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 7/29/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 13474287

  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

Inspection Date: 7/28/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10931922

  • 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed 2 tanks not secure in ice machine room. 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 backpacks hung on dry goods rack. Employee stored correctly. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at ice machine room. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed in walk in cooler - onions stored directly on the floor. Operator stored correctly. Warning
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish thawing in bucket full of water (75F) as per operator item held out of temperature for approximately 1 hour. Operator stored in walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 22-41-4:High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed hand dishwasher machine at 00ppm after several attempts. Warning
  • 08A-02-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed at walk in freezer - raw pork (not commercially packaged) stored directly above cooked peas. Operator stored items correctly. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed at walk in cooler - raw shell eggs stored directly above unwashed onions. Operator stored correctly. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at flip top coolers in kitchen - cooler#1 boiled yuca (52F - Cold Holding) as per employee item not portioned or prepared today, item held out of temperature since last night. See stop sale. Cooler #2 cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding) as per employee item not portioned or prepared today, item held out of temperature since last night. See stop sale. Warning
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at flip top coolers in kitchen - cooler#1 boiled yuca (52F - Cold Holding) as per employee item not portioned or prepared today, item held out of temperature since last night. See stop sale. Cooler #2 portioned beef (47F - Cold Holding) as per employee item not portioned or prepared today, item held out of temperature approximately 2 hours. Employee place ice bags on top of item. Cooler #2 cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding) as per employee item not portioned or prepared today, item held out of temperature since last night. See stop sale. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
  • 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at hose bib under handwashing sink in kitchen . Observed at hose bib outside. Warning

Inspection Date: 3/3/2025

  • 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In prep area.
  • 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -Observed floor tiles missing throughout kitchen and prep areas.
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. -Observed various food items stored on walk in cooler floor. -Observed cases with food stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed and stored properly. Corrected On-Site
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Observed accumulation of brown like substance buildup on can opener holster. Operator clean and sanitized. Corrected On-Site
  • 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. -Observed container with soup stored in walk in cooler not covered. Operator covered. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw shell eggs not vertical separated from TCS sauce in flip top cooler. Operator relocate eggs. Corrected On-Site
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed TCS cheese cold held in flip to cooler at 44 F. Per operator, cheese transfer to cooler 3 hours prior to the inspection. Operator placed cheese in reach in freezer for quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on can opener blade. Operator cleaned and sanitized 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 container with soup stored in walk in cooler not date mark. Per operator, soup cooked from yesterday more than 24 hours.

Inspection Date: 2/21/2025

  • 22-20-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine in storage room. - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-21: Same **Time Extended**
  • 12A-29-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handle personal phone then proceeded to serve soup without handwashing. Employees complied. Corrected On-Site - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-21: Observed at bar - employee grab trash can with bare hands then proceeded to grab clean glass cup, served ice and poured water. Admin Complaint
  • 08A-02-6:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed at large chest freezer by expo window - ice cream(not commercially packaged) and chili peppers (not commercially packaged) stored in same container as raw fish. Operator removed and stored items properly. Corrected On-Site - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-21: Observed at large chest freezer by expo window - cooked corn (not commercially packaged) and seaweed (not commercially packaged) stored in same container as raw fish. Admin Complaint

Inspection Date: 12/9/2024

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine in storage room.
  • 13-07-4:Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaged in food manipulation while wearing watch. Employee removed item. Corrected On-Site
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in kitchen. Operator stored correctly. Corrected On-Site
  • 14-36-5:Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed at mini fridge in kitchen by expo window.
  • 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed at walk in freezer - container of octopus not covered. Operator covered item. Corrected On-Site
  • 12A-29-4:High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handle personal phone then proceeded to serve soup without handwashing. Employees complied. Corrected On-Site
  • 12A-19-4:High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed employees wash hands in cold water (76F) at handwashing sink in kitchen.
  • 08A-02-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed at large chest freezer by expo window - ice cream(not commercially packaged) and chili peppers (not commercially packaged) stored in same container as raw fish. Operator removed and stored items properly. Corrected On-Site
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at ceviche - diced tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding) as per operator items not portioned or prepared today. Item held out of temperature approximately 1 hour.
  • 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cigarette pack stored on prepping table in kitchen. Operator removed and stored properly. Corrected On-Site
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employees rinsing wiping cloth at handwashing sink in kitchen.
  • 02B-01-5:Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed ceviche and tiradito not marked as raw in menu. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 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/ Observed 5 employees on duty engaged in food manipulation without a manager present.
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink at bar. Operator provided item. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation 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. Observed 3 employees engaged in food manipulation without proof of training.
  • 27-16-4:Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink in kitchen (76F)

Inspection Date: 5/6/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8617077

  • 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed in dishroom clean shelf and on multiple containers.
  • 14-20-4:Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a pitcher in the bar hand washing sink. Operator removed. Repeat Violation
  • 02B-01-5:Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Menu does not identify raw ingredients in ceviches with an asterisk.
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in bar area. Repeat Violation
  • 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 no written procedures for boiled potatoes. TPHC form provided to store email. **Corrective Action Taken**

Inspection Date: 2/21/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8363603

  • 10-01-5:Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Plastic cup inside container of rice, Employee removed. Corrected On-Site
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water temperature 112F, employee removed from water and placed on hot water (155F) Corrected On-Site
  • 14-33-4:Basic - Prep table- under shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Four under shelves with substantial build of rust
  • 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. garlic sauce (120F - Hot Holding); sautéed chick peas (119F - Hot Holding), per r food hot held for one hour, reheated on the stove to 169F. 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. Poster emailed to operator.į
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine sanitizer test strips
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar area- employee provided. Corrected On-Site
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bar area, next to coffee cups, containing sanitizer, employee labeled. Corrected On-Site