American Tapas Bar in Fort Lauderdale
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2724 E Commercial Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308American Tapas Bar in Fort Lauderdale has accumulated 175 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.7 violations per inspection—nearly 30 percent above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited repeatedly, including proper hand and arm washing violations in at least 6 inspections, consumer advisory failures in 5 inspections, time-as-control violations in 3 inspections, and proper cooking temperature violations in 4 inspections. Management awareness violations appeared in 4 separate inspections. The facility has not been emergency-closed. One disciplinary action resulted in a $200 fine. The most recent inspection on January 22, 2026 documented 45 violations (5 high-priority, 7 intermediate, 33 basic) and was completed with no further action; however, the inspection immediately prior on September 18, 2025 resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation after 24 violations were found, including high-priority management awareness and food contact surface violations.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
American Tapas Bar in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
American Tapas Bar in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023012001 | $200.00 | Jan 30, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
American Tapas Bar in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections16 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
American Tapas Bar in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was American Tapas Bar in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- American Tapas Bar in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 22, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at American Tapas Bar in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at American Tapas Bar in Fort Lauderdale are: Clean multi-use utensils, Outer openings protected, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has American Tapas Bar in Fort Lauderdale had?
- American Tapas Bar in Fort Lauderdale has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of American Tapas Bar in Fort Lauderdale find?
- American Tapas Bar in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on January 22, 2026 with 21 violation(s), including 5 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has American Tapas Bar in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- No, American Tapas Bar in Fort Lauderdale has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- Has American Tapas Bar in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, American Tapas Bar in Fort Lauderdale has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has American Tapas Bar in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
- American Tapas Bar in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 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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