Lime Fresh Mexican Grill
801 S University Dr Bldg A-102, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33324 · Permanent Food Service · License 1622612
What drove the grade
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Oct 29 routine inspection1 basic-1
- Safety score99
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Inspection history
2 inspections · 2 visitsLatest inspection
Routine inspection
- First visitOct 29, 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.
1 violation found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
Basic1
Code 10, In-use utensils properly stored: In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
Observed scoop handles in the pico de gallo in the fridge and seasonings in the prep area. Operator removed scoop handles from contact with the food.
Fixed on the spot
Earlier inspections 1
A97Routine inspection2 violations No follow-up needed
- First visitJul 29, 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.
2 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
Intermediate1
Code 41, Chemicals and toxic substances: Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Observed unlabeled bottle with chemicals by the dishwashing area. Operator labeled properly.
Fixed on the spot
Basic1
Code 10, In-use utensils properly stored: In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
Observed scoop handle in contact with spices in the prep area. Operator removed scoop handle from contact with spices.
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.
Terms in the inspectors’ reports
- Time/temperature control for safety food
- Food that has to be kept hot, at 135°F or above, or cold, at 41°F or below, to stay safe: meat, seafood, eggs, dairy, cooked rice and beans, cut melons and the like.