Dal Contadino Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale

Last inspected:

2775 E Oakland Park Blvd #400, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306
Overview

Dal Contadino Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale has been inspected 23 times since 2016, accumulating 132 violations—an average of 5.7 per inspection, slightly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have been concentrated in three areas: improper hand and arm washing, shell stock requirements, and consumer advisories. Hand washing violations appeared in at least 6 of the past 8 inspections, indicating a persistent staff compliance issue. Shell stock violations (a critical concern for raw oysters and clams) were cited in 4 of the past 5 inspections. The most recent inspection on February 2, 2026 identified 9 violations including repeated hand washing and shell stock violations, prompting an administrative complaint recommendation—a formal escalation signaling potential disciplinary proceedings. A fire safety violation was documented in June 2017 for a blocked exit path.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
132Violations
0Closures
1Fire
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Dal Contadino Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 5.7 violations / inspection 5.7 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

Dal Contadino Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Dal Contadino Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2026021964 $200.00 Feb 2, 2026 Miami (Doral)

Dal Contadino Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Customer back exit hallway blocked by a table. Operator moved the table. **Corrected On-Site**

Dal Contadino Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Dal Contadino Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dal Contadino Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
Dal Contadino Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 2, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
What are the most common violations at Dal Contadino Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale?
The most frequently cited violations at Dal Contadino Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting.
How many health inspections has Dal Contadino Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale had?
Dal Contadino Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Dal Contadino Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale find?
Dal Contadino Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on February 2, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
Has Dal Contadino Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
No, Dal Contadino Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
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.
Has Dal Contadino Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Dal Contadino Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Dal Contadino Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Dal Contadino Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Dal Contadino Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
Dal Contadino Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Dal Contadino Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Dal Contadino Ristorante (2017).

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