When was Commercial Point Cafe in Fort Lauderdale last shut down?

Commercial Point Cafe in Fort Lauderdale was last shut down on July 13, 2021 for 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 Commercial Point Cafe in Fort Lauderdale?

The most frequently cited violations at Commercial Point Cafe in Fort Lauderdale are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health policy.

How many health inspections has Commercial Point Cafe in Fort Lauderdale had?

Commercial Point Cafe in Fort Lauderdale has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Commercial Point Cafe in Fort Lauderdale find?

Commercial Point Cafe in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on October 30, 2025 with 9 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Has Commercial Point Cafe in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?

Yes, Commercial Point Cafe in Fort Lauderdale has been emergency-closed 1 time 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 Commercial Point Cafe in Fort Lauderdale had any fire safety violations?

Yes, Commercial Point Cafe in Fort Lauderdale has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

Has Commercial Point Cafe in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?

Yes, Commercial Point Cafe in Fort Lauderdale has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.

How much has Commercial Point Cafe in Fort Lauderdale been fined?

Commercial Point Cafe in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

Commercial Point Cafe in Fort Lauderdale

Last inspected: October 30, 2025

3601 W Commercial Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309-3300

Broward County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Douglas Katering INC
DBPR License: SEA1612195

Overview

Commercial Point Cafe in Fort Lauderdale has been emergency-closed once, on July 13, 2021, for rodent activity. The facility averages 8.7 violations per inspection across 24 inspections since 2016, more than 67% above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent and frequent, including management awareness failures (cited in 7 of the last 6 inspections), employee health policy violations (cited in 5 of the last 6 inspections), and handwashing violations (cited in at least 3 inspections). Proper cooking temperatures and shell stock requirements have also been cited repeatedly. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. Fire safety violations included a blocked exit door observed on March 13, 2023, and improper propane tank storage inside the building documented on October 18, 2017. The most recent inspection on October 30, 2025, documented 24 violations—the highest count on record—and was completed with no further action.

Most recent closure: July 13, 2021 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

24Inspections

209Violations

1Closures

2Fire

$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR: October 30, 2025

Commercial Point Cafe in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 8.7 violations / inspection 8.7 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

Commercial Point Cafe in Fort Lauderdale: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Commercial Point Cafe in Fort Lauderdale
Date	Reason	Reopened
Jul 13, 2021	Rodent activity	09:09:00

Commercial Point Cafe in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Commercial Point Cafe in Fort Lauderdale
Action Date	Case Number	Fine	Violation Date	Enforcement Office
Aug 11, 2021	2--2021033373	$400.00	Jul 14, 2021	Miami (Doral)

Commercial Point Cafe in Fort Lauderdale: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

2023 — 1 fire violation

Mar 13, 2023 — Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed exit door being blocked by brooms. Operator removed brooms. **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.

2017 — 1 fire violation

Oct 18, 2017 — Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · 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. Observed 3 large propane tanks in the back of the dry food storeroom.