Big Louie's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale
Last inspected:
1990 E Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304Big Louie's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has accumulated 236 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.4 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach and rodent activity. In September 2021, inspectors issued an emergency order for five high-priority violations, followed by a compliance callback the next day. The restaurant has faced three disciplinary actions totaling $1,400 in fines. Food contact surfaces, consumer advisories, and clean multi-use utensils are the three most frequently cited violations.
Most recent closure: September 7, 2021 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Big Louie's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
7.4
violations / inspection
7.4 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
Big Louie's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Emergency Closure History (2)
Big Louie's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2021041877 | $800.00 | Sep 8, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2020050539 | $200.00 | Aug 24, 2020 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2015054505 | $400.00 | Dec 15, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Big Louie's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections21 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 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· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— 1 inspection9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections34 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Big Louie's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Big Louie's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- Big Louie's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 26, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Big Louie's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale last shut down?
- Big Louie's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was last shut down on September 7, 2021 for roach & rodent 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 Big Louie's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at Big Louie's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Big Louie's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale had?
- Big Louie's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Big Louie's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale find?
- Big Louie's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on February 26, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Big Louie's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- Yes, Big Louie's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Big Louie's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Big Louie's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,400.00 in fines.
- How much has Big Louie's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
- Big Louie's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $1,400.00 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).
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