Cooper City — Food Safety Records
Cooper City, Florida has 60 food establishments with 1,159 inspections on record. The pass rate is 84.5%, below the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 5.2 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $1,700 assessed to Shahi Ellie's Restaurant in Cooper City on November 18, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.
Cooper City Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Cooper City
84.5%
Pass Rate
84.5%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Cooper City
5.2
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.2
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Cooper City
0
Closures per 100 Facilities
0
Florida Average
1.96
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.96
Cooper City Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luv'n Oven Pizza, Pasta and Wings | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Coldstone Creamery | 3 | Call Back - Complied | |
| South China Restaurant | 18 (4 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Coldstone Creamery | 5 (1 high) | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Donna Sarah | 9 (3 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Coldstone Creamery | 10 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Gyromania Grill Real Fresh Greek Food | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Pollo Tropical #223 | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Freddo Cooper City | 7 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| A Taste of the City Cafe | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Cooper City Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 15,214 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 12,619 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 9,097 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 8,861 |
| 53 | Outer openings protected | 8,588 |
Cooper City Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 18, 2025 | Shahi Ellie's Restaurant | $1,700 | 2--2025057001 |
| Jun 17, 2026 | South China Restaurant | $800 | 2--2026034871 |
| Jan 22, 2026 | #1 Wok INC of Cc | $440 | 2--2026000986 |
| Aug 24, 2026 | Firefly Restaurant | $400 | 2--2026029418 |
| Apr 27, 2026 | Origen | $400 | 2--2026021548 |
| Aug 25, 2026 | Tin Cup Sports Bar and Grill | $400 | 2--2026030475 |
| Jan 13, 2026 | Joe's Old School Pizza | $360 | 2--2025088095 |
| Oct 14, 2025 | Vienna Cafe and Bistro | $200 | 2--2025068068 |
| Jan 29, 2026 | Huey Magoo's Chicken Tenders | $200 | 2--2025090841 |
| May 19, 2026 | Pollo Tropical #223 | $200 | 2--2026029587 |
Cooper City Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Exit blocked or locked | 13 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 2 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 1 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 1 |
Cooper City: Notable Restaurants
Shahi Ellie's Restaurant
52 inspections
556 violations
3 closures
South China Restaurant
45 inspections
406 violations
2 closures
Abby's
35 inspections
370 violations
1 closures
Origen
37 inspections
224 violations
Luv'n Oven Pizza, Pasta and Wings
22 inspections
124 violations
Coldstone Creamery
25 inspections
69 violations
Cooper City: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 2 | 140 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 2 | 144 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 1 | 56 | 0 |
| Marcos Pizza | 1 | 27 | 0 |
| Tijuana Flats | 1 | 121 | 0 |
| Culvers | 1 | 42 | 0 |
| Kfc | 1 | 79 | 0 |
| Charleys Philly Steaks | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| Huey Magoos | 1 | 21 | 0 |
| Pollo Tropical | 1 | 95 | 1 |
Cooper City Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Cooper City?
- Cooper City, Florida has 60 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Cooper City?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Cooper City is 84.5%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- What are the most common health violations in Cooper City?
- The most frequently cited violations in Cooper City are: Employee health reporting, Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Cooper City?
- Subway has the most locations in Cooper City with 2 establishments.
- How does Cooper City compare to the Florida state average?
- Cooper City has a pass rate of 84.5%, which is 1.2 percentage points below the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 5.2 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Cooper City?
- Food establishments in Cooper City have an average of 19.3 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Cooper City been assessed?
- Food establishments in Cooper City have been assessed $29,080 in fines across 61 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $477 and the largest single fine was $1,700.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Cooper City restaurants?
- 17 fire safety violations have been documented across 11 food establishments in Cooper City. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
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Cooper City Restaurants & Food Establishments (60)
Shahi Ellie's Restaurant 3 closures
12161 SHERIDAN ST, Cooper City
52 inspections · 556 violations · Last: Sep 2026South China Restaurant 2 closures
5550 FLAMINGO RD, Cooper City
45 inspections · 406 violations · Last: Sep 2026Abby's 1 closure
2721 N HIATUS RD, Cooper City
35 inspections · 370 violations · Last: Sep 2026Steve's Pizza 1 closure
5866 S FLAMINGO RD, Cooper City
30 inspections · 289 violations · Last: Aug 2025A Taste of the City Cafe 1 closure
9940 GRIFFIN RD, Cooper City
35 inspections · 197 violations · Last: Sep 2026Tin Cup Sports Bar and Grill 1 closure
5050 SW 90 AVE, Cooper City
33 inspections · 192 violations · Last: Jun 2026Panguich 1 closure
10215 STIRLING RD, Cooper City
28 inspections · 139 violations · Last: Aug 2026La Reyna Authentic Mexican Cuisine 1 closure
5822 SOUTH FLAMINGO ROAD, Cooper City
25 inspections · 136 violations · Last: Sep 2026Pollo Tropical #223 1 closure
4713 S FLAMINGO RD, Cooper City
27 inspections · 95 violations · Last: Sep 2026Havana's Cuban Cuisine
8600 GRIFFIN RD, Cooper City
32 inspections · 357 violations · Last: Mar 2026Cooper Diner
10076 GRIFFIN ROAD, Cooper City
29 inspections · 246 violations · Last: Oct 2025Origen
10000 STIRLING RD STE 8, Cooper City
37 inspections · 224 violations · Last: May 2026Wolf's Steakhouse
8655 STIRLING RD, Cooper City
28 inspections · 191 violations · Last: Mar 2026Angelo's Pizza Restaurant
12247 SHERIDAN ST, Cooper City
23 inspections · 167 violations · Last: Sep 2026Melting Pot Cooper City
5834 FLAMINGO RD, Cooper City
22 inspections · 166 violations · Last: Apr 2026Broccolini Restaurant
2535 N HIATUS RD, Cooper City
19 inspections · 165 violations · Last: Feb 2026Shahs of Kabob Cooper City
8616 GRIFFIN RD, Cooper City
31 inspections · 155 violations · Last: Nov 2025Donna Sarah
8648 GRIFFIN RD, Cooper City
32 inspections · 153 violations · Last: Sep 2026Firefly Restaurant
4718 S FLAMINGO RD, Cooper City
22 inspections · 149 violations · Last: Sep 2026Super Arepa Cooper City LLC
9489 SHERIDAN ST, Cooper City
23 inspections · 148 violations · Last: Aug 2026