Craft Ft Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale
Last inspected:
551 N Federal Hwy #600, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301Craft Fort Lauderdale has accumulated 137 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.4 violations per visit. The facility faced three disciplinary actions totaling $720 in fines. Recent inspection patterns from 2022 show repeated callback visits with multiple high-priority violations cited within days, though inspections from 2023 onward have generally shown compliance with no further action dispositions. The most frequently cited violations involve outer openings not properly protected, clean multi-use utensils, and missing consumer advisories.
Most recent closure: July 21, 2026 for fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Craft Ft Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
4.8
violations / inspection
4.8 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
Craft Ft Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale: Emergency Closure History (1)
Craft Ft Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $720.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023009262 | $320.00 | Jan 27, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2022011521 | $200.00 | Feb 7, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2019050488 | $200.00 | Sep 9, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Craft Ft Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 6 inspections29 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections33 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Warning Issued
Craft Ft Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Craft Ft Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- Craft Ft Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 22, 2026. The result was: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
- When was Craft Ft Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale last shut down?
- Craft Ft Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale was last shut down on July 21, 2026 for 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 Craft Ft Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at Craft Ft Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale are: Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Craft Ft Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale had?
- Craft Ft Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Craft Ft Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale find?
- Craft Ft Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on July 22, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
- Has Craft Ft Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- Yes, Craft Ft Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- 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 Craft Ft Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Craft Ft Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $720.00 in fines.
- How much has Craft Ft Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
- Craft Ft Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $720.00 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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