Fish Tales in Fort Lauderdale

Last inspected:

3355 Ne 33 St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308-7216
Overview

Fish Tales in Fort Lauderdale has recorded 23 inspections with 182 total violations over the available record, averaging 7.9 violations per inspection — substantially higher than Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited across nearly all inspections, with recurring findings in handwashing procedures, food contact surface sanitation, proper cooking temperatures, employee health reporting, and management awareness. A disciplinary action resulted in $200 in fines. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. On February 24, 2026, an inspection identified 24 violations including five high-priority findings and a Warning Issued disposition; this was followed by a compliance callback on February 25, 2026 with zero violations cited, resulting in a Call Back - Complied disposition.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
182Violations
0Closures
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Fish Tales in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 7.9 violations / inspection 7.9 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

Fish Tales in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Fish Tales in Fort Lauderdale
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2023039081 $200.00 Jun 27, 2023 Miami (Doral)

Fish Tales in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections17 violations · 11 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· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued

Fish Tales in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fish Tales in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
Fish Tales in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 25, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at Fish Tales in Fort Lauderdale?
The most frequently cited violations at Fish Tales in Fort Lauderdale are: Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting.
How many health inspections has Fish Tales in Fort Lauderdale had?
Fish Tales in Fort Lauderdale has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Fish Tales in Fort Lauderdale find?
Fish Tales in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on February 25, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Fish Tales in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
No, Fish Tales in Fort Lauderdale has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Fish Tales in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Fish Tales in Fort Lauderdale has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Fish Tales in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
Fish Tales in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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