SCOTCH BONNET CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT
2617 W ATLANTIC BLVD, Pompano Beach, FL, 33069
Most recent inspection
- Date
- September 2, 2026
- Type
- Routine - Food
- Result
- Inspection Completed - No Further Action
- Risk category
- Not reported
- Cited findings
- 8
- Jurisdiction
- Broward County (Fort Lauderdale), FL
Violations (8)
- 03B-01-6CriticalCorrected on site
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked chicken (106F-122F - Hot Holding); items being held at front counter in warmer for approximately 1 hour. Operator reheated to 165F and turned up temperature in warmer cooked fish (112F - Hot Holding) operator states item has been in steam table for approximately 1 hour. Operator discarded.
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked chicken (106F-122F - Hot Holding); items being held at front counter in warmer for approximately 1 hour. Operator reheated to 165F and turned up temperature in warmer cooked fish (112F - Hot Holding) operator states item has been in steam table for approximately 1 hour. Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
High Priority
- 29-42-4Critical
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at mop sink with hose attached
High Priority
- 14-31-5Critical
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Can liners used to store raw chicken, raw beef in walk in cooler. Discussed with operator. Operator began removing
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Can liners used to store raw chicken, raw beef in walk in cooler. Discussed with operator. Operator began removing **Corrective Action Taken**
High Priority
- 14-17-4
Ware washing shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic - Ware washing shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic
- 36-34-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated dust.
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated dust. Observed above ware washing area
Basic
- 53A-03-7
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Some manager certifications expired Current manager certification provided for establishment
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Some manager certifications expired Current manager certification provided for establishment
Intermediate
- 16-13-5Corrected on site
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
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. Observed employee conducting ware washing by washing sanitizing and rinsing. Discussed with employee and operator, employee reversed and re sanitized wares **Corrected On-Site**
Basic
- 32-24-5Corrected on site
Operator does not permit customers to use bathroom. Sign on door stating restroom out of order. Restroom in working order. Operator removed signage. Discussed with operator
Basic - Operator does not permit customers to use bathroom. Sign on door stating restroom out of order. Restroom in working order. Operator removed signage. Discussed with operator **Corrected On-Site**
Basic
Source: Broward County (Fort Lauderdale), FL health department. Data refreshed October 16, 2026. Results are shown in the health department's own wording. This record is provided for general information; confirm current status with the health department before relying on it.