Inspection Report

Emergency Closure InspectionDBPR disposition: Emergency order recommended
Florida DBPR Inspection Report

CRAFT FT LAUDERDALE

551 N FEDERAL HWY #600 · FORT LAUDERDALE · Broward County · FL 33301

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateJuly 21, 2026
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionEmergency order recommended
Resultfacility_temporarily_closed
Inspection number3759352
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID13853044
DBPR license1623869

Emergency Closure Summary

ClosedJuly 21, 2026 11:45 AM
StatusReopened after callback/compliance
ReopenedJuly 22, 2026 9:48 AM
Record basisDBPR weekly closure extract
Closure conditionFly activity

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
2 High Priority5 Intermediate6 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical13 Total

All DBPR Inspector Observations

13 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

High Priority 2

#7High Priority35A-02-7

High Priority – Live, small flying insects found Approximately 20 live small flying insects landing on the power cords of the hanging lights over the bar Approximately 20 live small flying insects landing on the wall next to the bar by the office 1 live small flying insect landing on a new pizza box over the bar 2 live small flying insects landing on the cut fruit caddy on the bar Approximately 10 live small flying insects landing on the drain behind the bar **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#8High Priority41-10-4

High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. At the kitchen storage rack, a spray bottle of sanitizer was stored with the buns. The spray bottle was removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

Corrected On-SiteRepeat ViolationWarning

Intermediate 5

#9Intermediate22-02-4

Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Over the pizza reach in cooler, a piping bag of Nutella is stored in a pan with old food residue inside. The bag was removed to a clean pan. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

Corrected On-SiteWarning
#10Intermediate31A-09-4

Intermediate – Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At the end of the cook line, the corner hand sink is blocked by a trash can. The trash can was removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

Corrected On-SiteWarning
#11Intermediate53A-01-7

Intermediate – Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Per PIC Eduarda Brederode **Warning**

Warning
#12Intermediate53B-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**

Warning
#13Intermediate41-17-4

Intermediate – Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At the bar, a spray bottle of table cleaner was missing its label. The person in charge labeled the bottle **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

Corrected On-SiteWarning

Basic 6

#1Basic22-20-5

Basic – Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**

Warning
#2Basic36-34-5

Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated mold-like substance. Throughout the kitchen. **Warning**

Warning
#3Basic12B-07-4

Basic – Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On top of the reach in cooler next to the pizza station, a cup of coffee was stored on top. The cup was removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

Corrected On-SiteWarning
#4Basic10-12-5

Basic – In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. At the bar, the ice scoop was stored on the top on the side with black residue. The scoop was washed and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

Corrected On-SiteWarning
#5Basic23-03-4

Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At the bar, flys landing on the cut fruit caddy. The caddy was emptied, washed and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

Corrected On-SiteWarning
#6Basic16-46-4

Basic – Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. At the triple sink, most containers have old labels still attached. **Warning**

Warning

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 10, 2026 12:02 AM.

Violation category totals
Category 10 · In-use food dispensing utensils
1 observation(s)
Category 12 · Handwashing and hygienic practices
1 observation(s)
Category 16 · Dishwashing facilities, test kits and gauges
1 observation(s)
Category 22 · Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
2 observation(s)
Category 23 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
1 observation(s)
Category 31 · Handwash sinks, supplies and signage
1 observation(s)
Category 35 · Pest control / insects / rodents / animals / outer openings
1 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
1 observation(s)
Category 41 · Chemicals and toxic substances
2 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
2 observation(s)

Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.