The Ship's Galley
Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026
100
Score
Inspectors have visited The Ship's Galley nine times, with records going back to 2023. On Apr 16, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
Compared to the broader Fort Lauderdale restaurant scene, where the average is 80, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 16, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 8, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 00ppm), after 3rd. Attempt. **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found Two flying insects around condiment counter, outside of kitchen, not landing on condiments. Employee killed flies, cleaned and sanitized area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. December 1, 2025. Operator renewed on line during inspection, expiration date, December 2026. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Two doors- Reach in Cooler-Raw ground beef over open container of pickles onions. Employee placed ground beef on bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Poster emailed to operator. **Warning**
11-27-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on drainboards or equivalent. Observed two drain boards with substantial build up of black like substance. **Warning**
16-15-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone and charger, on same counter of seasonings condiments. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Service area- build up of old food residues, and b,ack like substance, next to dinning room area. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. One employee wearing a watch and a bracelet, after instructed, employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Soiled microwave **Warning**
22-08-4
39
Jul 8, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
67
Mar 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
55
Nov 21, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
64
Jan 30, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 1, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw salmon, not commercially packaged, stored over fries, not commercially packaged, inside two door true freezer in kitchen. Operator properly stored. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at Two door true cooler// coleslaw (46°F - Cold Holding). Per operator, food not prepped or portioned today; food stored in cooler overnight. Stop sale.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at Two door true cooler// coleslaw (46°F - Cold Holding). Per operator, food not prepped or portioned today; food stored in cooler overnight. Stop sale.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed smoked salmon salad on menu, not marked as raw.
02B-01-5
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.
53B-05-5
52
Aug 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Feb 23, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Bulletin provided to operated to be posted. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Bulletin provided to manager. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Ship's Galley last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Ship's Galley on file is from Apr 16, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Ship's Galley?
Across the inspection record, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Ship's Galley.
How does The Ship's Galley compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?
The Ship's Galley most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.
Has The Ship's Galley's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Ship's Galley have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Ship's Galley 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 The Ship's Galley inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Ship's Galley is inspected around three times per year on average.
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