Motek by the Sea in Fort Lauderdale
Last inspected:
401 N Fort Lauderdale Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304El Vez in Fort Lauderdale has accumulated 117 violations across 24 inspections dating back to 2016, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection — consistent with the Florida statewide average. One disciplinary action with $200 in fines was issued. The facility has not been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have centered on employee health policy (cited in at least 8 inspections), shell stock requirements (cited in at least 6 inspections), and proper hand/arm washing (cited in at least 4 inspections), indicating recurring gaps in food handler training and raw shellfish handling protocols. Fire safety violations were documented in 2018 and 2019, including electrical wiring in disrepair and a missing boiler insurance inspection report. The most recent inspection on March 24, 2026 found 12 violations including high-priority management awareness, food contact surface, shell stock requirement, handwashing, and employee health reporting violations, resulting in an administrative complaint recommendation. A follow-up inspection on March 25, 2026 resulted in call back compliance with 2 additional consumer advisory violations.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Motek by the Sea in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Motek by the Sea in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025028754 | $200.00 | Feb 17, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Motek by the Sea in Fort Lauderdale: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-01-5 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Motek by the Sea in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 2 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 4 inspections14 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections13 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Motek by the Sea in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Motek by the Sea in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- Motek by the Sea in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 25, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Motek by the Sea in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at Motek by the Sea in Fort Lauderdale are: Employee health reporting, Consumer advisory, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Motek by the Sea in Fort Lauderdale had?
- Motek by the Sea in Fort Lauderdale has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Motek by the Sea in Fort Lauderdale find?
- Motek by the Sea in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on March 25, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Motek by the Sea in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- No, Motek by the Sea in Fort Lauderdale has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Motek by the Sea in Fort Lauderdale had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Motek by the Sea in Fort Lauderdale has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Motek by the Sea in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Motek by the Sea in Fort Lauderdale has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Motek by the Sea in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
- Motek by the Sea in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Motek by the Sea in Fort Lauderdale operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: El Vez- W Fort Lauderdale (2018-2019).
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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