Playa Bowls
3600 N University Dr, Hollywood, FL 33024 · Permanent Food Service · License 1626055
What drove the grade
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Oct 30 routine inspection1 high priority (1 repeat), 3 intermediate (1 fixed on the spot, 1 repeat), 1 basic-18
- Administrative complaint on Oct 30Counts in full until a follow-up finds the problems fixed-20
- Safety score62
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 1 visitRoutine inspection
- First visitOct 30, 2026 Administrative complaint
Serious or repeated problems led the inspector to recommend formal action by the state, which can include fines.
5 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
High priority1
Code 12, Handwashing and hygienic practices: Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Employee left food preparation area, used cellphone, returned to food preparation area, put on clean gloves, then began making smoothie for customer, without first washing hands. Discussed proper handwashing procedures with employee. Employee washed hands.
Repeat violationAdministrative complaint
Intermediate3
Code 11, Employee health: 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.
4 employees hired for approximately 2 to 3 weeks without signed Employee Health Forms. Manager has unsigned forms at establishment.
Code 41, Chemicals and toxic substances: Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Spray bottle containing glass cleaner not labeled under front counter. Spray bottle was labeled.
Fixed on the spotRepeat violation
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago.
To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof of training for 3 employees hired for approximately 3 months.
Basic1
Code 16, Dishwashing facilities and test kits: Equipment and utensils not rinsed between washing and sanitizing.
Employee washing dishes without rinse step in 3 compartment sink. Advised employee to set up rinse step in 3 compartment sink.
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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.