Broward County — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Broward County, Florida has 5159 food establishments with 84,602 inspections on record. 94 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 83.1%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 4.5 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Tijuana Flats in Coral Springs, shut down April 30, 2026 for roach 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 May 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | City | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Titie Restaurant & Lounge | Fort Lauderdale | 38 | 238 | 6 |
| Atlantic Pho | Margate | 42 | 372 | 5 |
| Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC | Lauderhill | 39 | 338 | 5 |
| Taqueria El Jovenazo | North Lauderdale | 37 | 246 | 5 |
| Ten Ten Seafood & Grill | Sunrise | 45 | 501 | 4 |
Broward County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Broward County
83.1%
Pass Rate
83.1%
Florida Average
86%
Pass Rate
86%
Broward County
4.5
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.5
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Broward County
1.82
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.82
Florida Average
1.37
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.37
Broward County Restaurants: Recent Closures (10)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tijuana Flats | Coral Springs | Roach activity | |
| Happy House | Fort Lauderdale | Roach activity | |
| Bokamper's | Fort Lauderdale | Roach activity | |
| Grace Restaurant | Pompano Beach | Roach activity | |
| Achsah's Jamaican Restaurant/bakery | Fort Lauderdale | Rodent, Roach & Fly activity | |
| Basilic Vietnamese Grill | Fort Lauderdale | Roach activity | |
| Moe's Southwest Grill | Coral Springs | Roach activity | |
| Mickey's Downtown Bistro | Lauderdale-by-the-se | Rodent activity | |
| Bojos Seafood Kitchen | Pompano Beach | Roach activity | |
| Brunia's Caribbean Take Out Restaurant | Fort Lauderdale | Roach activity |
Broward County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tropical Smoothie Cafe | Davie | 2 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Santorini by Georgios/ Swizzle Rum Bar & Drinkery | Fort Lauderdale | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Glen's Bahamian Kitchen | Pembroke Pines | 4 | Warning Issued | |
| Union Kitchen & Bar | Wilton Manors | 4 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Wendy's 1945 | Fort Lauderdale | 4 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Gud Girl Gone Bad | Lauderhill | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Kekoon Restaurant and Lounge | Davie | 10 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Dairy Queen Grill and Chill | Fort Lauderdale | 9 (2 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Hollywood Saras INC | Hollywood | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Strike 10 | Hallandale Beach | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Broward County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 788,982 |
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 701,242 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 649,520 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 644,717 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 532,990 |
Broward County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| 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.
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.
| Date | Facility | City | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| World-of-smoke-vape-414795 | Wilton Manors | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling | |
| World-of-smoke-vape-414795 | Wilton Manors | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling | |
| World-of-smoke-vape-414795 | Wilton Manors | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling | |
| Rocket Food Mart | Sunrise | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Preventing Contamination By Han… | |
| Rocket Food Mart | Sunrise | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Preventing Contamination By Han… | |
| Rocket Food Mart | Sunrise | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Preventing Contamination By Hands: … | |
| Rocket Food Mart | Sunrise | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Preventing Contamination By Hands: … | |
| Rocket Food Mart | Sunrise | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Preventing Contamination By Hands: … | |
| Rocket Food Mart | Sunrise | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Preventing Contamination By Hands: … | |
| V-tech-enterprise-LLC-425616 | Fort Lauderdale | Brand 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)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Broward County: Notable Restaurants
Titie Restaurant & Lounge
38 inspections
238 violations
6 closures
Atlantic Pho
42 inspections
372 violations
5 closures
Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC
39 inspections
338 violations
5 closures
Sano Food
58 inspections
297 violations
1 closures
Jimmy John's Sandwiches
57 inspections
199 violations
1 closures
Casa Sensei
54 inspections
292 violations
Broward County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin | 81 | 4,103 | 5 |
| McDonalds | 73 | 3,308 | 6 |
| Subway | 72 | 3,891 | 3 |
| Wendys | 44 | 3,012 | 4 |
| Pollo Tropical | 30 | 2,932 | 7 |
| Taco Bell | 29 | 1,512 | 4 |
| Chipotle | 26 | 1,559 | 3 |
| Kfc | 25 | 1,575 | 4 |
| Jersey Mikes | 20 | 979 | 1 |
| Wingstop | 19 | 1,415 | 4 |
Broward County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Broward County?
- Broward County, Florida has 5159 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 86%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Broward County this year?
- 94 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?
- Tijuana Flats in Coral Springs was shut down on April 30, 2026 for roach activity.
- How does Broward County compare to the Florida state average?
- Broward County has a pass rate of 83.1%, which is 2.9 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 4.5 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Broward County?
- Food establishments in Broward County have an average of 16.4 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 $1,719,965 in fines across 4,062 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $429 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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Broward County Restaurants & Food Establishments (5,101)
Waffle House 1124 2 closures
4689 SW 148 AVE, Southwest Ranches
33 inspections · 158 violations · Last: Feb 2026Spoons Grill 2 closures
3987 NW 19 ST, Lauderdale Lakes
29 inspections · 157 violations · Last: Nov 2025Affendi Grill 2 closures
2780 E ATLANTIC, Pompano Beach
28 inspections · 156 violations · Last: Oct 2025Agave Bandido 2 closures
14531 SW 5 ST, Pembroke Pines
28 inspections · 156 violations · Last: Apr 2026Taco Masala 2 closures
5415 N UNIVERSITY DR, Lauderhill
22 inspections · 155 violations · Last: Jan 2026Hazel's Caribbean Spot 2 closures
6949 SUNSET STRIP, Sunrise
31 inspections · 155 violations · Last: Jan 2026Lucky City 2 closures
5574 W SAMPLE RD, Margate
28 inspections · 155 violations · Last: Feb 2026Arties Sportsmens Lounge 2 closures
2218 N FEDERAL HWY, Hollywood
25 inspections · 151 violations · Last: Feb 2026Steak Shop & Deli Rest (the) 2 closures
1801 E SAMPLE RD, Pompano Beach
32 inspections · 150 violations · Last: Mar 2026Smackin J's Deli & Grill 2 closures
1301 W COPANS RD A1S, Pompano Beach
28 inspections · 149 violations · Last: Jan 2026Dutch Pot Jamaican Restaurant 2 closures
2350A N UNIVERSITY DR, Sunrise
26 inspections · 148 violations · Last: Dec 2025Zoe’s Beachside Grill 2 closures
1350 N OCEAN BLVD, Pompano Beach
33 inspections · 148 violations · Last: Mar 2026Shalamas Rotishop 2 closures
1432 N SR 7, Margate
28 inspections · 146 violations · Last: Dec 2025Sheraton Suites Cypress Creek 2 closures
555 NW 62 ST, Fort Lauderdale
25 inspections · 145 violations · Last: Nov 2025La Salchipaperia Dc 2 closures
500 E OAKLAND PARK BLVD, Wilton Manors
25 inspections · 144 violations · Last: Jan 2026La Cubana Mexicana 2 closures
5022 N FEDERAL HWY, Lighthouse Point
27 inspections · 138 violations · Last: Jan 2026Wicked Cheesesteaks Pizza & Steaks 2 closures
4824 N FEDERAL HWY UNIT 428, Fort Lauderdale
28 inspections · 138 violations · Last: Feb 2026Tropitaste Ice Cream 2 closures
4263 NW 12 ST, Lauderhill
28 inspections · 138 violations · Last: Oct 2025Elysium Immersive Dining 2 closures
3128 N FEDERAL HWY, Lighthouse Point
26 inspections · 131 violations · Last: Feb 2026Quick Bite Thai and Sushi 2 closures
470 W HILLSBORO BLVD, Deerfield Beach
27 inspections · 131 violations · Last: Oct 2025