Family Kitchen Restaurant and Catering in Fort Lauderdale
Last inspected:
3134 W Commercial Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309Family Kitchen Restaurant and Catering in Fort Lauderdale has accumulated 249 violations across 28 inspections since 2017, averaging 8.9 per visit. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $360 in fines. Recent inspections show a pattern of repeated non-compliance, with October 2025 inspections documenting 23 violations in consecutive days, prompting an administrative complaint recommendation. Top violation categories include employee health reporting, proper ventilation, and clean multi-use utensils.
Most recent closure: August 18, 2026 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Family Kitchen Restaurant and Catering 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
0.24
closures / facility
0.24 county average
Family Kitchen Restaurant and Catering in Fort Lauderdale: Emergency Closure History (1)
Family Kitchen Restaurant and Catering in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $360.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025089868 | $200.00 | Oct 16, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2020021651 | $160.00 | Apr 20, 2020 | Miami (Doral) |
Family Kitchen Restaurant and Catering in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 3 inspections34 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections29 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (12 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— 6 inspections30 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Family Kitchen Restaurant and Catering in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Family Kitchen Restaurant and Catering in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- Family Kitchen Restaurant and Catering in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 21, 2026. The result was: Emergency Order Callback Time Extension.
- When was Family Kitchen Restaurant and Catering in Fort Lauderdale last shut down?
- Family Kitchen Restaurant and Catering in Fort Lauderdale was last shut down on August 18, 2026 for roach 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 Family Kitchen Restaurant and Catering in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at Family Kitchen Restaurant and Catering in Fort Lauderdale are: Employee health reporting, Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Family Kitchen Restaurant and Catering in Fort Lauderdale had?
- Family Kitchen Restaurant and Catering in Fort Lauderdale has had 30 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 Family Kitchen Restaurant and Catering in Fort Lauderdale find?
- Family Kitchen Restaurant and Catering in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on August 21, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Emergency Order Callback Time Extension.
- Has Family Kitchen Restaurant and Catering in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- Yes, Family Kitchen Restaurant and Catering in Fort Lauderdale has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- Has Family Kitchen Restaurant and Catering in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Family Kitchen Restaurant and Catering in Fort Lauderdale has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $360.00 in fines.
- How much has Family Kitchen Restaurant and Catering in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
- Family Kitchen Restaurant and Catering in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $360.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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