J Marks
1245 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 · Permanent Food Service · License 1622462
What drove the grade
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Oct 22 routine inspection5 basic (1 repeat)-6
- Safety score94
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 1 visitRoutine inspection
- First visitOct 22, 2026 No follow-up needed
Met the state's inspection standards; the inspector didn't need to come back. Any violations cited still count toward the grade.
5 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
Basic5
Code 10, In-use utensils properly stored: In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135°F.
On the cook line salad station, multiple knives were stored in a pan of sanitizer solution. The knives were removed to a dry container
Fixed on the spot
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses.
At the bar, the ice scoop was stored in a small pa with a small amount of water and food debris. The scoop was washed and the pan changed.
Fixed on the spot
Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Repeat violation
Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
In the dish area
Code 40, Employee personal belongings: Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.in the expo area, an employee cup was laying on its side next to the to go containers.
The cup was removed
Fixed on the spot
Reading this report
Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.