Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale

Last inspected:

1521 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Overview

Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was emergency-closed on July 15, 2021 for rodent and fly activity. Across 26 inspections between 2022 and January 2026, the facility accumulated 144 violations, averaging 5.5 per inspection — consistent with statewide norms. Employee health reporting violations appeared in at least 7 inspections, making this the dominant recurring pattern. High-priority violations for management awareness, handwashing, and food contact surfaces also appeared repeatedly. The facility has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,000 in fines. An August 20, 2024 inspection resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation after 7 violations including high-priority management awareness and handwashing issues; the facility was then warned on June 26, 2024 for 5 high-priority violations including employee health policy. The most recent inspection on January 7, 2026 documented 6 high-priority violations across employee health reporting, food contact surfaces, food condition, and approved food sources, but was completed with no further action.

Most recent closure: July 15, 2021 for rodent & fly activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

27Inspections
147Violations
1Closures
$1,000in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 5.4 violations / inspection 5.4 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg 4.52 violations / inspection 4.52 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Broward County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale
DateReasonReopened
Rodent & fly activity 09:29:00

Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $1,000.00

Disciplinary action history for Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2024056028 $200.00 Aug 20, 2024 Miami (Doral)
2--2022021035 $400.00 Mar 23, 2022 Miami (Doral)
2--2021033392 $400.00 Jul 16, 2021 Tampa

Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)

— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection8 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 4 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 16, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale last shut down?
Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was last shut down on July 15, 2021 for rodent & fly 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 Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale?
The most frequently cited violations at Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale are: Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale had?
Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale find?
Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on April 16, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
Yes, Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has been emergency-closed 1 time 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 V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
What does Florida violation V51 (Premises clean) mean?
Violation 51 (Premises clean) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/51.
Has Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
How much has Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant 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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