Fort Lauderdale, Broward County

LAS VEGAS RESTAURANT #5

2807 E OAKLAND PARK BLVD, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306-1813

FoodSeating
Latest violations
1
1 Basic
Oct 24, 2025
City
Fort Lauderdale
County
Broward
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
15

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Oct 24, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 1Total: 1

29-08-4

Detail 24145046

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Broken pipes under three compartment sink Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-24: Next unannounced visit Time Extended

Oct 23, 2025

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 3Total: 7

03D-02-5

Detail 24140241

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Cooked beef 47F, Cooked Chicken 47F, Cooked potatoes. Walk In Cooler Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 24140242

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Ham 44F, Cheese 44F. Reach In Cooler. Cooked chicken; (47F); Beef (46F)Cooked Potatoes; (46F)Raw chicken; 45F Cooked beef. Walk In Cooler Repeat Violation Warning

31A-09-4

Detail 24140239

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink next to ice machine blocked by Pans and Metal Utensils Warning

53A-05-6

Detail 24140238

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

16-13-5

Detail 24140236

Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Pots and pans are washed and rinsed but not sanitized Repeat Violation Warning

10-08-5

Detail 24140240

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Warning

29-08-4

Detail 24140237

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Broken pipes under three compartment sink Warning

Jul 28, 2025

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 7

12A-20-4

Detail 23909337

High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Employee re-washed hands with soap and warm water. Corrected On-Site

03A-02-5

Detail 23909333

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken; (43F)Beef; (45F); Fish (45F);

03B-01-6

Detail 23909334

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked chicken held at less than 135F Employee reheated chicken to 170F Corrected On-Site

16-36-4

Detail 23909332

Intermediate - No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check chlorine sanitizer.

16-13-5

Detail 23909335

Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. No chlorine sanitizer is being used for sanitizing utensils at 3Compartment sink.

10-08-5

Detail 23909336

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed scoop Corrected On-Site

42-01-4

Detail 23909338

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

Jan 30, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 3Basic: 3Total: 8

12A-09-4

Detail 23518660

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Cook handled raw chicken then proceed to plate cooked rice without washing hands and changing gloves. Employee washed hands and put new gloves on. Corrected On-Site Warning

01B-02-5

Detail 23518666

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 6 Containers of black beans cooked yesterday at 8.00pm and left in Walk In Cooler to cool over night with temperature ranging from 48F to 52F Black Beans (48F - Cold Holding); Black beans (49F - Cold Holding); Black beans (49F - Cold Holding); Black Beans (52F - Cold Holding); Black Beans (50F - Cold Holding) Warning

03D-15-4

Detail 23518662

Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Black beans in walk in cooler cooked at 8.00pm on 01/29/25 and left covered to cool in Walk In cooler overnight. Temperature taken at 1:15 pm on 1/30/25 ranges from 48F to 52F Black Beans (48F - Cold Holding); Black beans (49F - Cold Holding); Black beans (49F - Cold Holding); Black Beans (52F - Cold Holding); Black Beans (50F - Cold Holding) Warning

31A-09-4

Detail 23518663

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by cooking pots Operator removed pots Corrected On-Site Warning

53A-05-6

Detail 23518659

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/ Asst Manager on duty Alejandra Almeida Warning

14-01-5

Detail 23518664

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Used to dispense cooked rice Operator removed bowl Corrected On-Site Warning

10-08-5

Detail 23518661

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice Machine and ice bin Manager removed ice scoop Corrected On-Site Warning

03A-05-5

Detail 23518665

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food not maintained frozen solid in a freezer. Warning

Aug 21, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 5

03A-02-5

Detail 23086350

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pork (45F - Cold Holding); Black beans (45F - Cold Holding)

11-07-5

Detail 23086349

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.

22-20-5

Detail 23086348

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

10-08-5

Detail 23086351

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.

42-01-4

Detail 23086352

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

Apr 10, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 6Total: 10

12A-17-4

Detail 22791295

High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Server

12A-02-4

Detail 22791289

High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Server washed hands with soap and warm water. Corrected On-Site

11-27-4

Detail 22791293

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. Emailed Clean up procedures for clean up and vomiting. Manager print and posted Written procedures. Corrected On-Site

16-36-4

Detail 22791291

Intermediate - No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer.

22-20-5

Detail 22791296

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

32-12-5

Detail 22791290

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

12B-07-4

Detail 22791288

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Manager removed container Corrected On-Site

12B-02-4

Detail 22791294

Basic - Employee drinking in a food preparation area

10-08-5

Detail 22791292

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Manager removed scoop Corrected On-Site

31B-04-4

Detail 22791287

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Men's room

Nov 13, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 3Basic: 6Total: 11

08A-05-6

Detail 22440028

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over cooked chicken. Reach in Cooler. Employee removed and placed cooked foods at the top of Cooler Corrected On-Site

12A-09-4

Detail 22440032

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee touched raw beef and pork then touched raw chicken without washing hands and changing gloves

11-07-5

Detail 22440030

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.

11-27-4

Detail 22440026

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.

16-36-4

Detail 22440025

Intermediate - No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer.

14-01-5

Detail 22440024

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Used to dispense rice

36-37-5

Detail 22440027

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.

36-36-4

Detail 22440023

Basic - Ceiling tile missing.

12B-02-4

Detail 22440031

Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.

16-13-5

Detail 22440029

Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.

21-12-4

Detail 22440033

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.

Aug 1, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 3

01C-03-4

Detail 22165829

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Explained to operator about date marking the clam tags. Corrective Action Taken - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: Time Extended

36-17-5

Detail 22165831

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair though out kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: Time Extended

14-17-4

Detail 22165830

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: Time Extended

Jul 31, 2023

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 6Basic: 6Total: 16

03D-02-5

Detail 22163831

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed shredded beef (48F - Cold Holding); yellow rice (48F - Cold Holding); red beans (51F - Cold Holding). Not prep or portion today.Per operator not removed from walk in cooler held overnight in cooler. See stop sale.

12A-27-4

Detail 22163837

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 cracked raw shell eggs and then handled clean plate

08A-04-5

Detail 22163843

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef over sliced red and green peppers in flip top cooler. Repeat Violation

01B-02-5

Detail 22163833

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed shredded beef (48F - Cold Holding); yellow rice (48F - Cold Holding); red beans (51F - Cold Holding). Not prep or portion today.Per operator not removed from walk in cooler held overnight in cooler.

01C-03-4

Detail 22163835

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Explained to operator about date marking the clam tags. Corrective Action Taken

11-27-4

Detail 22163845

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. Emailed procedure to operator. Corrected On-Site

03D-15-4

Detail 22163842

Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. shredded beef (48F - Cold Holding); yellow rice (48F - Cold Holding); red beans (51F - Cold Holding). Not prep or portion today.Per operator not removed from walk in cooler held overnight in cooler.

31A-09-4

Detail 22163834

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dust pan and broom in front of hand washing sink next to the three compartment sink. Repeat Violation

31A-11-4

Detail 22163844

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic drinking cup on the hand washing sink.

41-17-4

Detail 22163841

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing degreaser toxic substance not labeled.

14-01-5

Detail 22163832

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense cooked rice. Employee removed Corrected On-Site

06-09-1

Detail 22163840

Basic - Commercially processed salmon reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicatingB that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package in walk-in cooler.

36-17-5

Detail 22163836

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair though out kitchen.

08B-38-4

Detail 22163839

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed peeled in plastic container of peeled onions on walk-in cooler floor. Observed plastic bucket of plantains on walk in cooler floor.

14-17-4

Detail 22163838

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

02D-01-5

Detail 22163846

Basic - Working containers of sugar removed from original container not identified by common name located in thaa

Apr 17, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 3Basic: 1Total: 8

12A-12-4

Detail 21939894

High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee touch raw chicken than place cooked rice and beans in a to go container without out washing hands. Explained correct hand washing procedure to operator. Corrective Action Taken

03B-15-5

Detail 21939896

High Priority - Hot time/temperature control for safety food received at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sauté onions 127F. Per operator less than 4 hours. Operator placed on stovetop to reheat . Corrective Action Taken

08A-02-6

Detail 21939892

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken not commercially packaged over fish. Operator inverted. Corrected On-Site

08A-05-6

Detail 21939891

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed 1. Raw beef and pork over sliced peppers container of sauce. 2. Raw shrimp over lettuce and sliced tomatoes. Operator inverted. Corrected On-Site

01C-03-4

Detail 21939890

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Explained to operator about date marking tags Corrective Action Taken

31A-09-4

Detail 21939897

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Broom and dust pan Operator removed Corrected On-Site

41-17-4

Detail 21939893

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.

36-32-5

Detail 21939895

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Hole in ceiling tile in kitchen

Nov 15, 2022

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 1Total: 1

14-17-4

Detail 21572531

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach infreezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-15: Reach in freezer excessive. Time Extended

Nov 14, 2022

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 6Intermediate: 3Basic: 5Total: 14

03D-02-5

Detail 21567608

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Walk in cooler - yellow rice (65F - Cooling) shredded pork (47F-50F- Cooling); black beans (48F - Cooling) operator states not removed from cooler and held over 6 hours. See stop sale. Warning

14-31-5

Detail 21567609

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Collard greens in non food grade Plastic bag - moved to container. Corrected On-Site Warning

41-05-4

Detail 21567599

High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site Warning

08A-13-5

Detail 21567606

High Priority - Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Raw beef over prepared sauce - operator moved raw beef to bottom shelf. Corrected On-Site Warning

01B-02-5

Detail 21567603

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Walk in cooler - yellow rice (65F - Cooling) shredded pork (47F-50F- Cooling); black beans (48F - Cooling) operator states not removed from cooler and held over 6 hours. See stop sale. Warning

03D-06-5

Detail 21567602

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. sliced tomatoes (54F - Cooling)11:00 4 hours remaining recheck 11:30 64F - held in low line ice bath. Warning

03D-15-4

Detail 21567605

Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. COOLING -roast pork (135F - Cooling) 10:30 2 hours remaining recheck 45 mins118F - cooling deep container-operator moved to freezer. Corrective Action Taken Warning

31A-09-4

Detail 21567601

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Block by broom - operator removed. Corrected On-Site Warning

41-17-4

Detail 21567598

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle of degreaser not labeled - operator emptied container. Corrected On-Site Warning

14-01-5

Detail 21567600

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Metal pan with on handle in cooked rice container - operator removed. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

40-06-5

Detail 21567597

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone removed from prep table. Corrected On-Site Warning

33-16-4

Detail 21567596

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Warning

14-17-4

Detail 21567607

Basic - Reach infreezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning

08B-12-5

Detail 21567604

Basic - Stored food not covered. Walk in cooler - containers of plantains, onions not covered. Warning

Dec 6, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 4Total: 7

03B-01-6

Detail 20705728

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. white rice (120°F - Hot Holding). White rice sitting below steam table. Operator placed in oven to reheat and hot hold Corrective Action Taken

22-02-4

Detail 20705729

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine interior

53A-05-6

Detail 20705732

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/ Repeat Violation

14-01-5

Detail 20705733

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plates used to scoop rice in walk in cooler. Operator removed plates Corrected On-Site

13-03-4

Detail 20705734

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

08B-38-4

Detail 20705730

Basic - Food stored on floor. Salt on floor in dry storage

12B-13-4

Detail 20705731

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee Gatorade in 2 door glass reach in cooler

Jul 20, 2021

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 1Basic: 1Total: 2

22-02-4

Detail 20359947

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -ice machine has slime buildup -microwave interior has food buildup Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-07-20: Observed same Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 20359946

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of microwave Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-07-20: Observed same Time Extended

Jul 19, 2021

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 8Total: 11

01B-02-5

Detail 20354954

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Flan (56°F); cheese sauce (54°F). Operator states food was in cooler overnight. See stop sale Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 20354948

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw chicken (46°F); raw beef (44°F). Operator states it has been out less than 1 hour. Operator placed in ice for quick chill. flan (56°F); cheese sauce (54°F). Operator states food was in cooler overnight. See stop sale Warning

22-02-4

Detail 20354947

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -ice machine has slime buildup -microwave interior has food buildup Warning

14-69-4

Detail 20354952

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Gibson freezer Warning

10-20-4

Detail 20354946

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Warning

10-02-4

Detail 20354949

Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Spatula on cook line stored on card board box. Operator discarded box and set spatula to be cleaned Corrective Action Taken Warning

05-09-4

Detail 20354944

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding units throughout kitchen Warning

23-03-4

Detail 20354953

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of microwave Warning

12B-13-4

Detail 20354950

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Bottle of Gatorade in RIF Warning

08B-12-5

Detail 20354951

Basic - Stored food not covered. Seafood and chicken in reach in freezer. Warning

06-01-5

Detail 20354945

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Operator has ground beef thawing at room temperature. Operator placed in cooler after being advised Corrected On-Site Warning