Brunia's Caribbean Take Out Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale
Last inspected:
3630 N Sr 7, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33319Brunia's Caribbean Take Out Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has accumulated 337 violations across 41 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.2 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach activity. Recent inspections show an active enforcement pattern, with back-to-back inspections in February 2026 following an emergency order recommendation, and state records indicate the restaurant faces repeated citations for single-use items, ventilation, and employee health reporting.
Most recent closure: February 11, 2026 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Brunia's Caribbean Take Out Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
8.4
violations / inspection
8.4 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
Brunia's Caribbean Take Out Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Emergency Closure History (2)
Brunia's Caribbean Take Out Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025078713 | $400.00 | Sep 22, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2018031385 | $400.00 | May 16, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2017025335 | — | May 11, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Brunia's Caribbean Take Out Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (42)
— 3 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 3 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections23 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections34 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 8 inspections48 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 6 inspections48 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Brunia's Caribbean Take Out Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Brunia's Caribbean Take Out Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- Brunia's Caribbean Take Out Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 14, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Brunia's Caribbean Take Out Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale last shut down?
- Brunia's Caribbean Take Out Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was last shut down on February 11, 2026 for roach 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 Brunia's Caribbean Take Out Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at Brunia's Caribbean Take Out Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale are: Single-use items, Proper ventilation, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Brunia's Caribbean Take Out Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale had?
- Brunia's Caribbean Take Out Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has had 42 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Brunia's Caribbean Take Out Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale find?
- Brunia's Caribbean Take Out Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on April 14, 2026 with 16 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Brunia's Caribbean Take Out Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- Yes, Brunia's Caribbean Take Out Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 Brunia's Caribbean Take Out Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Brunia's Caribbean Take Out Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Brunia's Caribbean Take Out Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
- Brunia's Caribbean Take Out Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $800.00 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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