Las Orquideas

5630 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Dec 9, 2022

Score

High Risk

The inspection history at Las Orquideas is still short, with only two visits logged. Las Orquideas was last inspected on Dec 9, 2022. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well. Note that Las Orquideas's inspection history hasn't been updated since Dec 9, 2022; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around seven violations to closer to 11 violations.

“No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Compared to other Fort Lauderdale restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Dec 9, 2022

Complaint Full

3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 11 violations

High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Employee observed washing and rinsing Glasses and knife in hand sink at front service counter. No sanitize procedure observed.

22-45-4

High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm). remade Chlorine 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**

41-27-4

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately twenty live flies on ceiling tiles and ceiling light in hallway where food prep is conducted and refrigerator units are located in kitchen. Flies not landing on anything. Flies killed and removed. **Corrective Action Taken**

35A-02-6

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand sink at front service counter storing glasses. Strainer in hand sink in kitchen. Employee observed washing glasses and a knife in hand sink.

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths-chlorine.

16-37-1

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle under three compartment sink Spray bottle in dining room. Labeled. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw fish thawing at room temperature next to freezer chest.

06-01-5

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils water on stove 113F.

10-07-4

Basic - Food stored outside. Bag of onions stored outside behind establishment

08B-42-4

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. In hallway storing refrigerator units.

35B-01-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance-vent in one door cooler next to steam table in kitchen. Ceiling Vent in back hallway storing refrigerator units.

36-34-5

Dec 1, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs stored on top of unwashed avocados in reach in cooler at the back of the kitchen Operator stored properly **Corrected On-Site**

08A-04-5

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Repeat Violation**

50-17-2

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/

53A-05-6

Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. streak (49-50F - Cooling)at 9:43 to 49-50 F at 10:00 since 9:00; in reach in cooler next to the steam table Food stored in plastic covered container; at this rate food will not reach 41° F or below within four hours; operator uncovered food to properly cool. **Corrective Action Taken**

03D-15-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink and wiping cloths. Chlorine used as sanitizer- no test strips; provided **Corrected On-Site**

16-37-1

Basic - Bowl used to dispense rice Operator removed bowl. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

14-01-5

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm);operator fixed chlorine solution to 100 ppm **Corrected On-Site**

21-07-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Las Orquideas last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Las Orquideas on file is from Dec 9, 2022. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Las Orquideas?

Across the inspection record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Las Orquideas.

How does Las Orquideas compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?

Las Orquideas most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.

Has Las Orquideas' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Las Orquideas have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Las Orquideas means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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