American Social in Fort Lauderdale

Last inspected:

721 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Overview

American Social in Fort Lauderdale has been inspected 23 times since 2015 with 89 total violations, averaging 3.9 violations per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has experienced no emergency closures. High-priority violations have centered on employee health reporting, which appeared in 5 of the last 8 inspections; proper hand and arm washing, cited in 4 inspections; and toxic substance control, cited in 3 inspections. Fire safety violations documented in 2015 and 2016 included portable fire extinguisher gauges in the red zone and a cooking hood suppression system deficiency. The most recent inspection on February 9, 2026 was completed with no further action, with 6 violations including approved food source citations.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
89Violations
0Closures
3Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

American Social in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 3.9 violations / inspection 3.9 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg 4.52 violations / inspection 4.52 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Broward County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

American Social in Fort Lauderdale: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed in cook line 2 fryers without a hood system
— 2 fire violations

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. In bar area and in kitchen area

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. In front of kitchen . Manager called in service request

American Social in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections14 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

American Social in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions

When was American Social in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
American Social in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 9, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at American Social in Fort Lauderdale?
The most frequently cited violations at American Social in Fort Lauderdale are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting.
How many health inspections has American Social in Fort Lauderdale had?
American Social in Fort Lauderdale has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of American Social in Fort Lauderdale find?
American Social in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on February 9, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has American Social in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
No, American Social in Fort Lauderdale has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
What does Florida violation V40 (Wiping cloths usage) mean?
Violation 40 (Wiping cloths usage) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/40.
Has American Social in Fort Lauderdale had any fire safety violations?
Yes, American Social in Fort Lauderdale has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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