How many health inspections has AMERICAN TAPAS BAR had?

AMERICAN TAPAS BAR has had 24 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has AMERICAN TAPAS BAR ever been shut down?

No, AMERICAN TAPAS BAR has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at AMERICAN TAPAS BAR?

The most frequently cited violations at AMERICAN TAPAS BAR are: Clean multi-use utensils, Outer openings protected, Proper hand/arm washing.

What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?

AIR QUALITY: Inadequate ventilation allows accumulation of grease-laden vapors, carbon monoxide, smoke, steam, and odors. Grease deposits on surfaces attract pests and create fire hazards. Poor ventilation promotes mold growth, which produces allergenic spores and mycotoxins. Carbon monoxide from gas equipment causes headaches, dizziness, and can be fatal at high levels. Provide adequate mechanical ventilation to remove cooking fumes, smoke, steam, and odors. Maintain hood systems with clean filters — degrease monthly. Ensure adequate makeup air to prevent negative pressure. Provide sufficient lighting: 50 foot-candles at food preparation surfaces, 20 foot-candles in equipment/utensil areas, 10 foot-candles in walk-ins and storage.

What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?

DETECTION FAILURE: Inadequate lighting prevents employees from identifying food contamination, insect presence, dirt on equipment, and other safety hazards. Studies show food safety violations increase 60% in poorly lit areas. Employees cannot see evidence of pest activity, mold growth, or food spoilage. Poor lighting also increases injury risk from cuts and burns. Provide adequate lighting: 50 foot-candles at food preparation surfaces and where employee safety is important, 20 foot-candles in handwashing areas, equipment and utensil storage, and at buffet service, 10 foot-candles in walk-in coolers, dry storage, and during cleaning. Use shatter-resistant bulbs or light shields in food areas.

AMERICAN TAPAS BAR

2724 E COMMERCIAL BLVD, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

Broward County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: VISION RESTAURANT GROUP LLC · License: SEA1622966

AMERICAN TAPAS BAR in Fort Lauderdale, FL has 24 inspections on record with 143 total violations (6 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

24Inspections

143Violations

0Closures

Data current as of March 26, 2025

Inspection History (24)

Mar 26, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Mar 24, 2025 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

Jan 28, 2025 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 25, 2024 — Routine - Food· 14 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Mar 4, 2024 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Sep 28, 2023 — Routine - Food· 15 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 30, 2023 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Nov 16, 2022 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 15, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jan 10, 2022 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 6, 2021 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Apr 29, 2021 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Apr 8, 2021 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 27, 2021 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V10 Approved food source

V13 Parasite destruction

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

May 6, 2020 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V13 Parasite destruction

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Dec 4, 2019 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 1, 2019 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 4, 2019 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jan 3, 2019 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 2, 2019 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 30, 2018 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Jun 21, 2018 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 20, 2018 — Routine - Food· 17 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 1, 2017 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

How Does This Facility Compare?

AMERICAN TAPAS BAR has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Broward County average of 0.17 closures per facility. It has averaged 6 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.31.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has AMERICAN TAPAS BAR had?: AMERICAN TAPAS BAR has had 24 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has AMERICAN TAPAS BAR ever been shut down?: No, AMERICAN TAPAS BAR has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at AMERICAN TAPAS BAR?: The most frequently cited violations at AMERICAN TAPAS BAR are: Clean multi-use utensils, Outer openings protected, Proper hand/arm washing.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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.

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Last verified: March 26, 2025 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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