Kristof's Kafe
Last inspected: Dec 10, 2025
70
Score
Kristof's Kafe has been inspected 10 times since 2023. Kristof's Kafe was last inspected on Dec 10, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly seven violations before.
Across the inspection history, “food stored on floor” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
Compared to other Fort Lauderdale restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
70
Aug 20, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 19, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
61
Jun 10, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed server washing hands with cold water
12A-19-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked onions and peppers in true reach in cooler
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic degreaser substance not labeled.
41-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of red onions and potatoes stored in contact with the floor in kitchen
08B-38-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed avocado with slice missing with label still on avocado.
08B-39-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. On cook line
21-10-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed plantain 24F stored in plastic bucket on speed rack at room temperature
06-01-5
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. In kitchen. Operator elevated. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
Basic - Working containers of food sugar and flour removed from original container not identified by common name. Located storage shelves on cook line.
02D-01-5
50
Feb 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
61
Oct 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. -Observed raw fish stored over case with orange juice in true refrigerator. Operator relocate orange juice to another unit. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-11-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with degreaser at dishwashing area.
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Observed accumulation of brown like substance buildup inside ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. -Observed case with pumpkins stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed to storage shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
67
Mar 13, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee touch container with raw bacon and then touch ready to eat lettuce without changing gloves. Operator change gloves and wash hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-09-4
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 dishwasher touch dirty dishes and then touch clean and sanitizer plates without washing hands .
12A-29-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink in kitchen used as dump sink, evidence by large waste foods particles found inside.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all employees training certification expired on 2/28/2024
53B-05-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on AC vents in kitchen areas.
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage container stored on in-use food preparation table. Operator removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases with various food items stored on kitchen floor. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Food-contact surface not cleaned and sanitized between working with raw animal food and ready-to-eat food or unwashed produce. Observed employee place raw bacon on clean in-use perp table then dispense ready to eat lettuce without clean and sanitizer. Operator clean and sanitizer surface. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-25-4
47
Dec 14, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed employee drop off dirty utensils and then proceeded to prepare a coffee beverage without washing hands.
12A-02-4
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack raw shell eggs and then handle clean and sanitized plates
12A-27-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over hash browns in reach in cooler. Employee moved eggs . **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on shelf at dish washing station.
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of frying oil stored on floor on cook line
08B-38-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee beverage in True 2 door reach in cooler on cook line
12B-13-4
Basic - Working containers of flour removed from original container not identified by common name. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
52
Jun 15, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
61
Jan 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Kristof's Kafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Kristof's Kafe on file is from Dec 10, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Kristof's Kafe?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Kristof's Kafe.
How does Kristof's Kafe compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?
Kristof's Kafe most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.
Has Kristof's Kafe's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Kristof's Kafe have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Kristof's Kafe means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Kristof's Kafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Kristof's Kafe is inspected around three times per year on average.
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