How many health inspections has HARVEST CAFE had?

HARVEST CAFE has had 24 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has HARVEST CAFE ever been shut down?

No, HARVEST CAFE has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at HARVEST CAFE?

The most frequently cited violations at HARVEST CAFE are: Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?

DETECTION FAILURE: Inadequate lighting prevents employees from identifying food contamination, insect presence, dirt on equipment, and other safety hazards. Studies show food safety violations increase 60% in poorly lit areas. Employees cannot see evidence of pest activity, mold growth, or food spoilage. Poor lighting also increases injury risk from cuts and burns. Provide adequate lighting: 50 foot-candles at food preparation surfaces and where employee safety is important, 20 foot-candles in handwashing areas, equipment and utensil storage, and at buffet service, 10 foot-candles in walk-in coolers, dry storage, and during cleaning. Use shatter-resistant bulbs or light shields in food areas.

HARVEST CAFE

6999 STIRLING RD, Davie, FL 33314

Broward County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: ATN RESTAURANT INC · License: SEA1619916

HARVEST CAFE in Davie, FL has 24 inspections on record with 94 total violations (3.9 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

24Inspections

94Violations

0Closures

Data current as of February 24, 2025

Inspection History (24)

Feb 24, 2025 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Dec 17, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 14, 2024 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 19, 2024 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V24 Toxic substance control

Sep 13, 2023 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

Apr 5, 2023 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Nov 9, 2022 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

May 5, 2022 — Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Dec 6, 2021 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Sep 7, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 9, 2021 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 25, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jan 22, 2021 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 20, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Dec 11, 2019 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jul 25, 2019 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

V23 Chemical properly stored

Apr 1, 2019 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Dec 11, 2018 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Jun 27, 2018 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V22 Consumer advisory

Jan 29, 2018 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 7, 2017 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 30, 2017 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 13, 2017 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Dec 8, 2016 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

Basic Violations

V46 No smoking signs

How Does This Facility Compare?

HARVEST CAFE has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Broward County average of 0.17 closures per facility. It has averaged 3.9 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.31.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has HARVEST CAFE had?: HARVEST CAFE has had 24 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has HARVEST CAFE ever been shut down?: No, HARVEST CAFE has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at HARVEST CAFE?: The most frequently cited violations at HARVEST CAFE are: Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

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