Inspection Report

Florida DBPR Inspection Report
Completed

GRATEFUEL CAFE

2609 E COMMERCIAL BLVD STE A · FORT LAUDERDALE · Broward County · FL 33308

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateMarch 10, 2025
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionInspection Completed – No Further Action
Resultmet_inspection_standards
Inspection number3557871
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID8988840
DBPR license1625968

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
1 High Priority3 Intermediate3 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical7 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

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

High Priority 1

#4High Priority12A-09-4

High Priority – Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -employee handled a raw pooled eggs then handles ready to eat lettuce for a different order. Reviewed proper glove usage and hand washing with employee, employee washed hands and changed glove. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

Corrected On-SiteWarning

Intermediate 3

#5Intermediate31A-11-4

Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Kitchen; used as storage for container of utensils. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

Corrected On-SiteRepeat ViolationWarning
#6Intermediate02D-12-1

Intermediate – Juice packaged in the establishment that has not been specifically processed to prevent, reduce, or eliminate the presence of pathogens not bearing a warning label. -Front counter 1 door; Ginger shot, carrot juice. **Warning**

Warning
#7Intermediate53A-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/ **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

Repeat ViolationWarning

Basic 3

#1Basic23-24-4

Basic – Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -Microwave, Ninja air fryer door handle. **Warning**

Warning
#2Basic36-22-4

Basic – Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -Front counter by hand washing sink. **Warning**

Warning
#3Basic14-69-4

Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. -Front line white chest freezer. -Front counter 1 door reach in cooler. **Warning**

Warning

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 13, 2026 1:04 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 2 · Original container, labeling, date marking and consumer advisory
1 observation(s)
Category 12 · Handwashing and hygienic practices
1 observation(s)
Category 14 · Food-contact and nonfood-contact surface design/maintenance
1 observation(s)
Category 23 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
1 observation(s)
Category 31 · Handwash sinks, supplies and signage
1 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
1 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
1 observation(s)

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