Church's Chicken in Fort Lauderdale
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2401 W Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311Part of: Church's Chicken Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Church's Chicken #1137 in Fort Lauderdale has accumulated 308 violations across 42 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.3 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach and fly activity. State records show 3 fire safety violations, including a missing portable fire extinguisher and a blocked exit path by cardboard boxes. The restaurant has faced 6 disciplinary actions totaling $6,860 in fines, with the largest single penalty reaching $2,400. Inspections from 2021 through early 2026 show a pattern of repeated administrative complaints and callbacks, with ongoing compliance issues across ventilation, utensil sanitation, and single-use item violations.
Most recent closure: September 29, 2021 for roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Church's Chicken in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
7.3
violations / inspection
7.3 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
Church's Chicken in Fort Lauderdale: Emergency Closure History (1)
Church's Chicken in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (6)
Total fines on record: $6,860.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023048996 | $1,600.00 | Aug 14, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2023027276 | $1,600.00 | Apr 10, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2023005305 | $2,400.00 | Jan 18, 2023 | Tampa | |
| 2--2021054107 | $300.00 | Oct 7, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2021045817 | $800.00 | Oct 1, 2021 | Tampa | |
| 2--2021015689 | $160.00 | Mar 5, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Church's Chicken in Fort Lauderdale: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 2 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 45-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only.
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.
— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Observed: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. By card board boxes a Priority: Reporting
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Next to door that opens to the dining room
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.
Church's Chicken in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (42)
— 2 inspections12 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections11 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections18 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections29 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 8 inspections47 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Complaint Full· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections18 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 10 inspections36 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 4 violations · Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections15 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections6 violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Church's Chicken in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Church's Chicken in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- Church's Chicken #1137 in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 10, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Church's Chicken in Fort Lauderdale last shut down?
- Church's Chicken #1137 in Fort Lauderdale was last shut down on September 29, 2021 for roach & 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 Church's Chicken in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at Church's Chicken #1137 in Fort Lauderdale are: Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Church's Chicken in Fort Lauderdale had?
- Church's Chicken #1137 in Fort Lauderdale has had 42 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Church's Chicken in Fort Lauderdale find?
- Church's Chicken #1137 in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on February 10, 2026 with 7 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Church's Chicken in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- Yes, Church's Chicken #1137 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 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.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Church's Chicken in Fort Lauderdale had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Church's Chicken #1137 in Fort Lauderdale has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Church's Chicken in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Church's Chicken #1137 in Fort Lauderdale has 6 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $6,860.00 in fines.
- How much has Church's Chicken in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
- Church's Chicken #1137 in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $6,860.00 across 6 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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