Broward County — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Broward County, Florida has 5172 food establishments with 85,209 inspections on record. 92 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 83.1%, below the state average of 85.9%. Inspections average 4.5 violations per visit.

Most recent closure: Tee Jay Thai Sushi in Wilton Manors, shut down June 17, 2026 for rodent activity.

Largest fine: $2,640 assessed to China City in Pembroke Pines on August 28, 2025.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated June 2026.

5,172Facilities
85,173Total Inspections
92Closures 2026
83.1%Pass Rate
4.5Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessCityInspectionsViolationsClosures
Titie Restaurant & Lounge Fort Lauderdale38 238 6
Atlantic Pho Margate42 372 5
Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC Lauderhill39 338 5
Taqueria El Jovenazo North Lauderdale37 246 5
Ten Ten Seafood & Grill Sunrise47 514 4

Broward County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Broward County 83.1% Pass Rate 83.1%
Florida Average 85.9% Pass Rate 85.9%
Broward County 4.5 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.5
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Broward County 1.78 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.78
Florida Average 1.35 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.35

Broward County Restaurants: Recent Closures (10)

DateBusinessCityReason
Tee Jay Thai Sushi Wilton ManorsRodent activity
Belle Cuisine Caribbean Restaurant LLC Fort LauderdaleRodent activity
Elvis Italian Grille DavieRoach & fly activity
Luv'n Oven Ale House SunriseRoach activity
Steak N Shake SunriseRodent activity
Tacocraft Taqueria and Tequila Bar PlantationRoach & fly activity
Tijuana Flats Coral SpringsRoach activity
Happy House Fort LauderdaleRoach activity
Bokamper's Fort LauderdaleRoach activity
Grace Restaurant Pompano BeachRoach activity

Broward County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessCityViolationsResult
La Granja Parrilla & Seafood Tamarac6 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Flanigans Seafood Bar and Grill Davie0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Pollo & Steak Tropical Grill Deerfield Beach5 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Ming Wah Chinese Restaurant Tamarac8 (4 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Village Pub Wilton Manors Wilton Manors0 Call Back - Complied
Vicky Bakery Davie6 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Casa Tequila Mexican Restaurant Coral Springs10 (3 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Mughal Pembroke Pines1 Call Back - Complied
La Mexicana Taco Bar Wilton Manors6 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Blue Moon Fish Company Lauderdale By The Se9 (3 high) Administrative complaint recommended

Broward County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Broward County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

4,134Actions on Record
$1,751,125Total Fines
$430Avg Fine
$3,760Largest Fine
2,251Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Aug 28, 2025 China City $2,640 2--2025061926
Oct 8, 2025 Saikoi Sushi Lounge and Hibachi $2,400 2--2025066186
Jul 9, 2025 Ten Ten Seafood & Grill $2,000 2--2025001460
Feb 11, 2026 Ten Ten Seafood & Grill $2,000 2--2025073273
Mar 23, 2026 El Atlakat $1,800 2--2026013994
Nov 18, 2025 Shahi Ellie's Restaurant $1,700 2--2025057001
Mar 11, 2026 Pita Shop $1,700 2--2026003887
Sep 2, 2025 Vale Food Company Fort Lauderdale $1,600 2--2025016611
Nov 3, 2025 Antonio’s Pizza $1,600 2--2025070063
Jan 22, 2026 China One $1,600 2--2025090499

Broward County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

1,983Fire Violations
1,060Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Exit blocked or locked 788
Missing boiler certificate/report 406
Fire extinguisher in red zone 278
Propane tank stored inside building 196
Other fire safety violation 171
Cooking without hood suppression 143
Sprinkler system issue 1

Broward County Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Broward County has 1,012 FDACS-regulated facilities with 2,020 inspections on record and 4,781 stop-sale orders issued.

1,012Retail Facilities
2,020FDACS Inspections
4,781Stop-Sale Orders
404Orders in 2026

Broward County FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

DateFacilityCityProductReason
World-of-smoke-vape-414795 Wilton ManorsBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
World-of-smoke-vape-414795 Wilton ManorsBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
World-of-smoke-vape-414795 Wilton ManorsBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
Rocket Food Mart SunriseBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Preventing Contamination By Han…
Rocket Food Mart SunriseBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Preventing Contamination By Han…
Rocket Food Mart SunriseBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Preventing Contamination By Hands: …
Rocket Food Mart SunriseBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Preventing Contamination By Hands: …
Rocket Food Mart SunriseBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Preventing Contamination By Hands: …
Rocket Food Mart SunriseBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Preventing Contamination By Hands: …
V-tech-enterprise-LLC-425616 Fort LauderdaleBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Certificate of Analysis

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Broward County FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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Broward County Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Starbucks 17 77 1,170
7-Eleven 13 84 2,422
Shell 10 152 1,169
Publix 10 30 875
Wawa 9 14 430
Subway 9 27 304
Winn-Dixie 7 170 584
Chevron 7 283 1,145

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Broward County: Notable Restaurants

Broward County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Dunkin 81 4,113 5
McDonalds 73 3,313 6
Subway 72 3,910 3
Wendys 44 3,021 4
Pollo Tropical 30 2,959 7
Taco Bell 29 1,517 4
Chipotle 26 1,568 3
Kfc 25 1,575 4
Jersey Mikes 20 986 1
Wingstop 19 1,418 4

Broward County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Broward County?
Broward County, Florida has 5172 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Broward County?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Broward County is 83.1%. The Florida state average is 85.9%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Broward County this year?
92 food establishments in Broward County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Broward County?
The most frequently cited violations in Broward County are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Broward County?
Dunkin has the most locations in Broward County with 81 establishments.
What was the most recent restaurant closure in Broward County?
Tee Jay Thai Sushi in Wilton Manors was shut down on June 17, 2026 for rodent activity.
How does Broward County compare to the Florida state average?
Broward County has a pass rate of 83.1%, which is 2.8 percentage points below the state average of 85.9%. The average violations per inspection is 4.5 compared to the state average of 4.66.
How often are restaurants inspected in Broward County?
Food establishments in Broward County have an average of 16.5 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Broward County been assessed?
Food establishments in Broward County have been assessed $1,751,125 in fines across 4,134 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $430 and the largest single fine was $3,760.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Broward County restaurants?
1,983 fire safety violations have been documented across 1,060 food establishments in Broward County. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Broward County inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Broward County, Florida has 1,012 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 2,020 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Broward County?
FDACS has issued 4,781 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Broward County, including 404 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

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