Floridians who want to enjoy large portions of comfort foods in a retro atmosphere might choose a diner to patronize. And those visiting or living in the Fort Lauderdale area have some nice options, such as Lester's and Peter Pan. Unfortunately, one diner in this genre and area - Lauderdale-By-The Sea's Diner By The Sea - was recently temporarily shut down after a state inspection.
About Diner By The Sea: This little diner has been serving the community since 1975. It is an old-school diner with an open kitchen, leather booths, and a community counter.
Patrons and visitors to the eatery at 215 Commercial Boulevard mention the ocean view, the friendly servers, and the predictable food on Google reviews. A reviewer with the handle "The Voyager" wrote:
"I had a delightful brunch at Dine by the Sea, where the ocean views are as exquisite as the food. Angie was an exceptional host, ensuring our experience was both comfortable and memorable. Her attention to detail and warm personality made our meal even more enjoyable. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a perfect seaside dining experience!"
What Happened At Inspection?: According to data from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, an inspection occurred on August 2, 2024. At that time, 14 violations were noted.
Basic violations came from some bathrooms not having "tight-fitting, self-closing doors," mahi mahi being thawed improperly, the observation of dead roaches, and a soiled floor.
Examples of intermediate violations were for the failure to provide proof of state-approved training for employees and the failure to provide proof that employees were informed of their responsibilities to report their health and activities involving food-borne illnesses.
High-priority violations came for rodent activity as evidenced by over 40 rodent droppings and a stop-sale order that came because of food not being thawed properly.
Due to some of the above violations, the restaurant temporarily shut down. Follow-ups occurred on August 3rd and 7th. Although the follow-up on the 7th still had 6 violations, none were considered an immediate threat to the public so the restaurant could reopen.
Please note that an inspection is one glimpse in time and not necessarily how a restaurant conducts itself every day.
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