The Licking
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
50
Score
Across the available record, The Licking has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Jan 14, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around seven violations per visit lately, up from roughly four violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “time/temperature control for safety food”, which has been cited three times.
The Licking's latest score of 50 falls below the Sunrise average of 78. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
50
Sep 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
47
Dec 5, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
45
Sep 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed no written procedure for butter milk held on time as a bublic health control for safety at the chicken station.
03F-10-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellphone stored with boxes of gloves under steam table. Employee removed and stored appropriately. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between flip top cooler and wall in kitchen. PIC removed and stored appropriately. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
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 not stored above rice, sugar, flour in dry storage area. PIC removed and stored appropriately. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
78
Mar 4, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed chicken batter (50F @ 3:30 - Cooling. Per operator, item has been cooling since 11:00 but did not make it to 41F within 4 hours. See stop sale.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed chicken batter (50F @ 3:30 - Cooling. Per operator, item has been cooling since 11:00 but did not make it to 41F within 4 hours. See stop sale.
03D-06-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: - stew chicken (129F - Hot Holding) - sweet potato (129F - Hot Holding) reheated to 192F. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak stored next to bags of fries. Employee removed and stored appropriately. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle bowl used to dispense ready to eat rice. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
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 scoop handle not stored above uncooked rice. PIC stored appropriately. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
50
Nov 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot box Observed sea food rice (114F - Hot Holding); candid yam (97F - Hot Holding); Turkey (87F - Hot Holding); vegetable rice (104F - Hot Holding); greens (98F - Hot Holding). Per operator items were prepared at approximately 5hours prior to the inspection. Items were out of temperature for approximately 2 hours prior to the inspection. PIC placed items to be reheated. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: Observed sea food rice (89F - Hot Holding); Turkey (86F - Hot Holding); vegetable rice (104F - Hot Holding); greens (94F - Hot Holding). Items held at room temperature. Manager placed items in freezer to allow rapid cooling and reheated chicken for hot holding. **Admin Complaint**
03B-01-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout back of establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
82
Nov 13, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler next to kitchen Observed chicken breast (47F - Cold Holding); fish fillet (51F - Cold Holding); conch (48F - Cold Holding). Per operator , items were received the morning of the inspection. Items were out of temperature for less than 4 hours. PIC placed ice bags on items to allow rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot box Observed sea food rice (114F - Hot Holding); candid yam (97F - Hot Holding); Turkey (87F - Hot Holding); vegetable rice (104F - Hot Holding); greens (98F - Hot Holding). Per operator items were prepared at approximately 5hours prior to the inspection. Items were out of temperature for approximately 2 hours prior to the inspection. PIC placed items to be reheated. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Three compartment sink. **Warning**
16-33-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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/ **Warning**
53A-05-6
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use utensil in standing water at 91F. Employee placed water to be heated. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave with an accumulation of old food. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Prep table across from cook line. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout back of establishment. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Prep table across from cooking unit Observed employee cell phone on prep table across from cook line. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Front counter Observed ice scoop handle not stored above ice. Employee removed and stored appropriately. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-08-5
37
Jun 22, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
86
Sep 27, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Licking last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Licking on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Licking?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Licking.
How does The Licking compare to other restaurants in Sunrise?
The Licking most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Sunrise average of 78.
Has The Licking's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at The Licking have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at The Licking 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.
How often is The Licking inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Licking is inspected around three times per year on average.
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