Grano De Mostaza Restaurant
Last inspected: Nov 6, 2025
100
Score
Grano De Mostaza Restaurant has been inspected 10 times since 2023. On Nov 6, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around three violations lately and about nine violations before that.
The pattern that stands out is “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing”, which has been cited three times.
Compared to the broader Fort Lauderdale restaurant scene, where the average is 80, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
10
Inspections
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Nov 6, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
43
Aug 1, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
52
Dec 17, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw shell eggs stored top portion over RTE Mustard and Mayonnaise bottom portion no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Operator placed eggs on bottom portion make table **Corrected On-Site**
08A-13-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over a container of sour cream in Dukers reach in cooler. Operator stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Scrubbing pad stored in hand washing sink front counter. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of single serve hot or cold insulated cups stored on floor in storage area.
25-05-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed empanadas in freezer chest not covered. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed multiple dead roaches on floor behind freezer chest next to flat to grill. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing bracelets and a watch.
13-07-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle in contact with salt. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of Levella microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork chops 29F sitting in a pan on prep table at room temperature.
06-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. **Repeat Violation**
21-03-4
43
Nov 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
95
Sep 19, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed employee washing hands with cold water. **Warning**
12A-19-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed whole chicken in direct contact with a t shirt togo bag in Frigidaire reach in freezer. **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw shell eggs over croissants. **Warning**
08A-13-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fish (123-125F - Hot Holding) per operator held out of temperature less then one hour. Operator increased temperature of steam table. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Raquel F Sandoval appointment for September 26 2024 **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed stock pot in front of hand washing sink in kitchen employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed wiping cloth stored in hand washing sink at front counter. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips. Operator had water hardness test strips and ph level. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic sanitizer substance not labeled. **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in contact with dried peas. **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on freezer chest soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed raw beef not and container of cooked beef in dukers reach in cooler. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop wet nesting on the floor located by rear kitchen door. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. **Warning**
21-03-4
26
Mar 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of joint pain medication above prep table.p in kitchen. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit on premises.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee open drink container on prep table in kitchen. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone above prep table in kitchen next to single serve sandwich wrapping paper. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
64
Dec 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed several food service items in hand wash sink at front area. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not inverted. Operator moved. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
86
Jun 29, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Main kitchen and front counter- observed no paper towels at hand washing sink.
31B-02-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Main kitchen mop sink-observed mop wet nesting inside mop bucket.
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Main kitchen cook line prep table- observed wiping on cutting board.
21-09-4
82
Feb 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink in kitchen. 3 compartment sink have hot water.
27-16-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Main kitchen prep table shelf- observed employee water bottles on prep table shelf.
12B-07-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Main kitchen prep table- observed wiping cloth on prep table.
21-10-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Main kitchen front counter- observed container of sugar and ground coffee with no labeling.
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Grano De Mostaza Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Grano De Mostaza Restaurant on file is from Nov 6, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Grano De Mostaza Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Grano De Mostaza Restaurant.
How does Grano De Mostaza Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?
Grano De Mostaza Restaurant most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.
Has Grano De Mostaza Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Grano De Mostaza Restaurant have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Grano De Mostaza Restaurant means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Grano De Mostaza Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Grano De Mostaza Restaurant is inspected around four times per year on average.
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