Tarks of Dania Beach in Dania Beach
Last inspected:
1317 S Federal Hwy, Dania Beach, FL 33004Tarks of Dania Beach has accumulated 482 violations across 52 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.3 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach and rodent activity. State records show one fire safety violation in 2023 for a portable fire extinguisher in the red zone. The restaurant has faced five disciplinary actions totaling $2,200 in fines, with the largest single penalty reaching $600. Top recurring violations include consumer advisory issues, improper ventilation, and food contact surface problems.
Most recent closure: September 21, 2023 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Tarks of Dania Beach in Dania Beach: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
9.3
violations / inspection
9.3 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg
4.52
violations / inspection
4.52 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Broward County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Tarks of Dania Beach in Dania Beach: Emergency Closure History (2)
Tarks of Dania Beach in Dania Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)
Total fines on record: $2,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026008777 | $400.00 | Dec 9, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2025051437 | $600.00 | Jun 24, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2023069170 | $400.00 | Nov 27, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2023054299 | $400.00 | Sep 22, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2018036174 | $400.00 | Jul 10, 2018 | Orlando |
Tarks of Dania Beach in Dania Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Extinguisher by 3 compartment sink in red under charged zone.
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.
Tarks of Dania Beach in Dania Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (52)
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections37 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 5 inspections37 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 7 inspections38 violations · 25 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections32 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 8 inspections47 violations · 31 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections25 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections45 violations · 29 high priority
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Tarks of Dania Beach in Dania Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Tarks of Dania Beach in Dania Beach last inspected?
- Tarks of Dania Beach in Dania Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 17, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Tarks of Dania Beach in Dania Beach last shut down?
- Tarks of Dania Beach in Dania Beach was last shut down on September 21, 2023 for roach 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 Tarks of Dania Beach in Dania Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Tarks of Dania Beach in Dania Beach are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Tarks of Dania Beach in Dania Beach had?
- Tarks of Dania Beach in Dania Beach has had 52 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Tarks of Dania Beach in Dania Beach find?
- Tarks of Dania Beach in Dania Beach was most recently inspected on February 17, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Tarks of Dania Beach in Dania Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Tarks of Dania Beach in Dania Beach has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Tarks of Dania Beach in Dania Beach had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Tarks of Dania Beach in Dania Beach has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Tarks of Dania Beach in Dania Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Tarks of Dania Beach in Dania Beach has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Tarks of Dania Beach in Dania Beach been fined?
- Tarks of Dania Beach in Dania Beach has been fined a total of $2,200.00 across 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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