Lime Fresh Mexican Grill
Last inspected: Feb 26, 2026
95
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at Lime Fresh Mexican Grill stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 26, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around one violation across recent inspections versus roughly six violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “employee personal items stored”, showing up two times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Fort Lauderdale restaurant scores 80. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 26, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
95
Jan 16, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
78
Jun 24, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed in the walk in cooler employees personal food items, held in a tray not identified as employees food, was above the food for the restaurant. Manager moved the tray to a lower level and marked it as employee food.
08B-49-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees personal items, eyeglasses and phone, being held above the prep area in the kitchen. Manager moved the items to a different location away from food/prep area. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a bottle of cooking oil in a spray bottle that was not labeled. Manager was informed at labeled the bottle as cooking oil. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
86
Jan 31, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed in walk-in cooler black beans (117F - Cooling) since 10:45 am see stop sale
03D-01-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk-in cooler black beans (117F - Cooling) since 10:45 am
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on fry station fish batter (61F - Cold Holding) out room temperature sitting in a container with melted ice. Operator placed in ice bath. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit.
05-06-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic bleach and water substance not labeled. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed at front counter sanitizer bucket stored next to single serve cups. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-44-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior left and right side. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in container of mix cinnamon a plastic soufflé cup with no handle used to dispense product. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Drawer handles below char grill.
23-24-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed black mold like substance inside mop sink. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
41
Oct 14, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 live flying insects landing on exit door.
35A-02-6
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 - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Observed acc -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup inside mop sink.
23-03-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. -Observed sanitizer bucket stored on counter next to various food items. Operator removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
Basic - Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Operator covered and removed container. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-54-4
Basic - Utensils in poor condition. -Observed a spatula with deep chipped. Operator discarded at will. **Corrected On-Site**
14-12-4
67
Mar 14, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
95
Dec 1, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed refried beans (86-90F - Cooling) since 11:30am in walk-in cooler. Observed black beans (90-98F - Cooling) since 11:45am in walk-in cooler. Operator placed items in ice baths to quickly chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-01-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (115F - Hot Holding) per operator less than four hours. Operator move rice to reheat to 165F **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheese (47F - Cold Holding)at front counter. Per operator less than four hours. Operator moved to walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket stored in hand washing sink next to fryer. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed expired December 1, 2022
50-09-4
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 on shelf with aluminum to go containers and single serve plates. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
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 in salt container the handle in contact with salt. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
50
Mar 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed mop sink facet with splitter.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spay bottle with degreaser. Operator labeled **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Oven door on cook line does not close.
14-11-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Operator removed and washed and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Operator closed. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
67
Sep 20, 2022
Complaint Full
1 major violation.
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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lime Fresh Mexican Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lime Fresh Mexican Grill on file is from Feb 26, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lime Fresh Mexican Grill?
Across the inspection record, “employee personal items stored” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Lime Fresh Mexican Grill.
How does Lime Fresh Mexican Grill compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?
Lime Fresh Mexican Grill most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.
Has Lime Fresh Mexican Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Lime Fresh Mexican Grill have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Lime Fresh Mexican Grill 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 Lime Fresh Mexican Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Lime Fresh Mexican Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.
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