Fornello at Coconut in Coconut Creek
Last inspected:
5369 Lyons Rd Ste B1, Coconut Creek, FL 33073Fornello at Coconut in Coconut Creek has accumulated 171 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.3 per visit. The facility was shut down once for fly activity and faced one emergency order in October 2022. Fire inspections documented flammables stored on top of a water heater, a hazard cited when the location operated as Ernest Deli in 2023. The restaurant's most frequently cited violations involve food contact surfaces, utensil sanitation, and hand washing procedures.
Most recent closure: October 24, 2022 for fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Fornello at Coconut in Coconut Creek: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
6.3
violations / inspection
6.3 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg
4.52
violations / inspection
4.52 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Broward County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Fornello at Coconut in Coconut Creek: Emergency Closure History (1)
Fornello at Coconut in Coconut Creek: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2022051848 | $400.00 | Oct 25, 2022 | Miami (Doral) |
Fornello at Coconut in Coconut Creek: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 49-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Flammables stored near a source of ignition. For reporting purposes only. Flammables stored on top of water heater. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Fornello at Coconut in Coconut Creek: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections36 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Fornello at Coconut in Coconut Creek: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Fornello at Coconut in Coconut Creek last inspected?
- Fornello at Coconut in Coconut Creek was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 21, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Fornello at Coconut in Coconut Creek last shut down?
- Fornello at Coconut in Coconut Creek was last shut down on October 24, 2022 for fly 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 Fornello at Coconut in Coconut Creek?
- The most frequently cited violations at Fornello at Coconut in Coconut Creek are: Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Fornello at Coconut in Coconut Creek had?
- Fornello at Coconut in Coconut Creek has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Fornello at Coconut in Coconut Creek find?
- Fornello at Coconut in Coconut Creek was most recently inspected on January 21, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Fornello at Coconut in Coconut Creek ever been shut down?
- Yes, Fornello at Coconut in Coconut Creek has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Fornello at Coconut in Coconut Creek had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Fornello at Coconut in Coconut Creek has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Fornello at Coconut in Coconut Creek faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Fornello at Coconut in Coconut Creek has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Fornello at Coconut in Coconut Creek been fined?
- Fornello at Coconut in Coconut Creek has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Fornello at Coconut in Coconut Creek operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Ernest Deli (2023).
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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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