Big City Tavern in Fort Lauderdale
Last inspected:
609 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301Big City Tavern in Fort Lauderdale has had 24 inspections on record between 2016 and January 2026, averaging 4.1 violations per inspection—slightly below Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed. However, disciplinary action has been taken twice, with combined fines of $1,000.00. Employee health policy violations appeared in the most recent inspection on January 29, 2026, alongside food contact surface violations. High-priority cooking temperature and management awareness violations were cited in October 2025, resulting in an administrative complaint recommendation. Fire safety violations include a propane tank stored inside the building (noted January 29, 2025) and a portable fire extinguisher gauge in the red zone (May 4, 2023). The most recent inspection on January 29, 2026 was completed with no further action required, with 6 violations across employee health policy and food contact surfaces.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Big City Tavern in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Big City Tavern in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025086289 | $400.00 | Oct 8, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2025024904 | $400.00 | Jan 29, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2021045475 | $200.00 | Aug 23, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Big City Tavern in Fort Lauderdale: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Administrative complaint recommended
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Big City Tavern in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections27 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Big City Tavern in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Big City Tavern in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- Big City Tavern in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 29, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Big City Tavern in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at Big City Tavern in Fort Lauderdale are: Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Big City Tavern in Fort Lauderdale had?
- Big City Tavern in Fort Lauderdale has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Big City Tavern in Fort Lauderdale find?
- Big City Tavern in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on January 29, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Big City Tavern in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- No, Big City Tavern in Fort Lauderdale has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Big City Tavern in Fort Lauderdale had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Big City Tavern in Fort Lauderdale has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Big City Tavern in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Big City Tavern in Fort Lauderdale has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
- How much has Big City Tavern in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
- Big City Tavern in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $1,000.00 across 3 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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