St Bess Kitchen in Sunrise
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8318 W Oakland Park Blvd, Sunrise, FL 33351ST Bess Kitchen in Sunrise has accumulated 165 violations across 19 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.7 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed on May 4, 2022 for roach and rodent activity. Employee health policy violations, time as a control measure violations, and proper cooking temperature violations have appeared repeatedly across multiple inspections, indicating systemic compliance issues in core food safety practices. The facility received a formal warning on January 27, 2023 after an inspection citing 19 violations including toxic substance control and improper chemical storage. A disciplinary action resulted in a $200 fine. The most recent inspection on January 21, 2026 documented 30 violations—the highest count on record—including multiple high-priority findings for employee health policy, parasite destruction, time as control, and consumer advisory failures, though the inspection was completed with no further action disposition.
Most recent closure: May 4, 2022 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
St Bess Kitchen in Sunrise: Comparison to Broward County Averages
St Bess Kitchen in Sunrise: Emergency Closure History (1)
St Bess Kitchen in Sunrise: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025039195 | $200.00 | Apr 21, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
St Bess Kitchen in Sunrise: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)
— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections25 violations · 12 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections14 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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St Bess Kitchen in Sunrise: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was St Bess Kitchen in Sunrise last inspected?
- St Bess Kitchen in Sunrise was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 21, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was St Bess Kitchen in Sunrise last shut down?
- St Bess Kitchen in Sunrise was last shut down on May 4, 2022 for roach & rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at St Bess Kitchen in Sunrise?
- The most frequently cited violations at St Bess Kitchen in Sunrise are: Employee health policy, Toilet facilities, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has St Bess Kitchen in Sunrise had?
- St Bess Kitchen in Sunrise has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of St Bess Kitchen in Sunrise find?
- St Bess Kitchen in Sunrise was most recently inspected on January 21, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has St Bess Kitchen in Sunrise ever been shut down?
- Yes, St Bess Kitchen in Sunrise has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- Has St Bess Kitchen in Sunrise faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, St Bess Kitchen in Sunrise has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has St Bess Kitchen in Sunrise been fined?
- St Bess Kitchen in Sunrise has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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