What are the most common violations at Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale?

The most frequently cited violations at Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale are: Employee health policy, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing.

How many health inspections has Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale had?

Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has had 8 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale find?

Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on February 24, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Has Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?

No, Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.

Has Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale had any fire safety violations?

Yes, Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale

Last inspected: February 24, 2026

401 N Birch Rd Cu-1, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Broward County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Casa Playa Co
DBPR License: SEA1625965

Overview

Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale averaged 3.8 violations per inspection across 8 inspections from March 2024 to February 2026, below the Florida statewide average of 5.2 per inspection. High-priority violations appeared in 4 of the 8 inspections, with recurring findings in employee health policy (cited in at least 3 inspections), handwashing procedures, management awareness, and time as a control measure. A propane tank larger than allowable was found inside the building on December 4, 2024, in violation of fire safety code. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on February 24, 2026 was completed with no violations and no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

8Inspections

30Violations

0Closures

1Fire

Last inspected DBPR: February 24, 2026

Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 3.8 violations / inspection 3.8 violations per inspection

Broward County Avg 4.52 violations / inspection 4.52 county average

This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures

Broward County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

2024 — 1 fire violation

Dec 4, 2024 — Routine - Food · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. 2 propane tanks under expo hand sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.

Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (8)

2026 — 1 inspection0 violations

Feb 24, 2026 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

2025 — 3 inspections14 violations · 12 high priority

Sep 11, 2025 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Jun 3, 2025 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Apr 3, 2025 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

2024 — 4 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority

Dec 5, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 4, 2024 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 12, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Mar 8, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?: Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 24, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale?: The most frequently cited violations at Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale are: Employee health policy, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale had?: Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has had 8 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale find?: Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on February 24, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?: No, Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale had any fire safety violations?: Yes, Casa Playa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.