Pompano Beach, Broward County

WHOLE GREEN CAFÉ

418 N FEDERAL HWY, Pompano Beach, FL 33062

FoodSeating
Latest violations
10
4 Intermediate
Dec 1, 2025
City
Pompano Beach
County
Broward
Status
Delinquent / Active
Inspections
11

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.

Dec 1, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 4Basic: 6Total: 10

11-27-4

Detail 24215125

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. Provided poster to operator.

11-26-1

Detail 24215122

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. Two new employees, hired less than 1 month, without signed Employee Health Forms. Provided forms to manager and employees signed forms. Corrected On-Site

31B-03-4

Detail 24215119

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap stored at handwashing sink in kitchen. Employee provided soap. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

27-16-4

Detail 24215121

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Handwashing sink in kitchen, with no hot water provided.

13-03-4

Detail 24215123

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee preparing food without any hair restraint. Employee was provided hair restraint. Corrected On-Site

08B-38-4

Detail 24215124

Basic - Food stored on floor. Bag of rice and cans of beans stored on floor in kitchen. Employee placed food on shelves. Corrected On-Site

51-13-4

Detail 24215118

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided poster to operator.

31B-04-4

Detail 24215126

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign in bathroom.

23-03-4

Detail 24215117

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1). Handles and interiors of all cold holding units soiled with food debris. Employees started cleaning and sanitizing surfaces. 2). In kitchen, under prep table soiled with food debris. Employees started cleaning and sanitizing surfaces Corrective Action Taken

25-05-4

Detail 24215120

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of styrofoam cups stored on floor under front counter. Employee placed on shelf. Corrected On-Site

Jul 24, 2025

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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

08A-02-6

Detail 23899746

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At kitchen reach in freezer, raw chicken not commercially packaged, stored over bags of ice. Advised operator of proper storage. Operator stored correctly. Corrected On-Site

01B-13-4

Detail 23899742

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. At kitchen reach in cooler, vacuum sealed tuna thawed. See stop sale.

41-15-5

Detail 23899744

High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Spray bottle containing chlorine sanitizer 200+, exceeding maximum concentration allowed. Advised operator of proper concentration for chlorine sanitizer.

31B-02-4

Detail 23899745

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink in dish area.

31B-03-4

Detail 23899743

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at handwashing sink in dish area.

14-01-5

Detail 23899741

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl with no handle used to scoop cooked quinoa. Repeat Violation

06-09-1

Detail 23899747

Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. At kitchen reach in cooler, vacuum sealed tuna thawed. See stop sale.

29-08-4

Detail 23899740

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. At hand sink on cook line, plumbing in disrepair.

Jun 13, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jun 5, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate: 4Basic: 2Total: 6

11-27-4

Detail 23810123

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 flier Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Observed same Time Extended

27-06-4

Detail 23810122

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Three compartment sink at 78F at ware washing area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Observed same Time Extended

53B-13-5

Detail 23810125

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Observed copies of employee training certificates. Advised operator to have original certificates for next Inspection Time Extended

27-16-4

Detail 23810120

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink throughout establishment. Water temperature at 78-79F throughout establishment at front counter , kitchen and in ware washing area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Observed same Time Extended

35B-01-4

Detail 23810121

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside in hallway next to restroom. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Observed same Time Extended

29-09-4

Detail 23810124

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Faucet knob loose in kitchen. Hot water side keeps spinning and unable to turn on the flow of water. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: Observed same Time Extended

Jun 4, 2025

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 6Basic: 5Total: 13

50-17-3

Detail 23807081

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired December 1st, 2024. License paid during inspection, confirmation #247830321. License current and active at the end of inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

08A-05-6

Detail 23807077

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw seasoned chicken stored over commercial process dressings inside Sir Lawrence , two door reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator moved raw chicken to lower shelf and stored correctly. Corrected On-Site Warning

11-27-4

Detail 23807088

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 flier Warning

22-02-4

Detail 23807078

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine hinge on left side interior wall soiled. Operator cleaned and sanitized area during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

27-06-4

Detail 23807083

Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Three compartment sink at 78F at ware washing area. Warning

05-08-4

Detail 23807084

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Warning

53B-13-5

Detail 23807086

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning

27-16-4

Detail 23807082

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink throughout establishment. Water temperature at 78-79F throughout establishment at front counter , kitchen and in ware washing area. Warning

14-01-5

Detail 23807080

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense feta cheese inside flip top cooler in kitchen. Operator removed soufflé cups and placed spoons with handle. Corrected On-Site Warning

35B-01-4

Detail 23807079

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside in hallway next to restroom. Warning

29-09-4

Detail 23807085

Basic - Faucet knob loose in kitchen. Hot water side keeps spinning and unable to turn on the flow of water. Warning

10-08-5

Detail 23807087

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice inside ice machine. Operator removed scoops Corrected On-Site Warning

25-05-4

Detail 23807076

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored on floor. Case of cup lids and cutlery on floor behind front counter. Operator elevated Corrected On-Site Warning

Nov 18, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Basic: 1Total: 2

08A-05-6

Detail 23362129

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler, raw smoked salmon stored over ready to eat tortillas. Operator moved salmon to bottom shelf Corrected On-Site

08B-38-4

Detail 23362128

Basic - Food stored on floor. In kitchen by handwashing sink, box of sweet potatoes stored on floor.

Sep 23, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 25, 2024

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 3Total: 6

41-10-4

Detail 23005282

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In kitchen, all purpose cleaner stored on shelf with clean plates and utensils Warning

53A-03-7

Detail 23005279

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Levi T Bar 6/5/2019 Warning

22-02-4

Detail 23005280

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on cook line soiled with food residue. Cutting board at prep station soiled with food residue Warning

23-24-4

Detail 23005278

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. At flip top cooler at front counter, door handles soiled with food debris Warning

33-16-4

Detail 23005283

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Warning

02D-01-5

Detail 23005281

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. On cook line, squeeze bottles not labeled with common name. Warning

Dec 13, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 5Total: 8

08A-05-6

Detail 22508381

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler, raw tuna stored over wraps and ready to eat vegetables. In reach in cooler, raw salmon stored over ready to eat wraps and ready to eat vegetables. Operator moved raw items below ready to eat foods. Corrected On-Site

31A-09-4

Detail 22508383

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. In kitchen, hand wash sink blocked by chairs. Operator removed chairs. Corrected On-Site

02B-01-5

Detail 22508386

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Smoked salmon on a bagel, cream cheese and onion not identifying raw ingredients.

32-04-4

Detail 22508379

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. No self closing door on public restrooms. Operator stated wrong part bought. Repeat Violation

14-01-5

Detail 22508380

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. At from counter above flip top cooler, soufflé cups used to dispense granola. Operator removed cups Corrected On-Site

23-24-4

Detail 22508384

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. At reach in cooler in kitchen, doors and handles soiled with food residue.

10-01-5

Detail 22508385

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. At front counter, in containers above flip top cooler spoon handle laying in coconut flakes. Operator removed scoop to wash and sanitize. Corrected On-Site

21-12-4

Detail 22508382

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. At front counter by sink, wet wiping cloths stored on counter next to sanitizer bucket. Operator made fresh sanitizer and put wiping cloths in bucket. Corrected On-Site

Oct 11, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 2Basic: 3Total: 5

31B-02-4

Detail 22355507

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink by the dishwasher and front counter also restroom. Pic filled all locations Corrected On-Site

31B-03-4

Detail 22355509

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No hand wash soap at hand wash sink in prep room. Pic filled soap Corrected On-Site

32-04-4

Detail 22355508

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Restroom Self closing mechanism is sitting on the floor by the restroom door

14-01-5

Detail 22355510

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Using small bowls for cheese, pic discarded bowls Corrected On-Site

51-13-4

Detail 22355511

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

Jun 28, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 1Total: 1

32-04-4

Detail 22089898

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.