Gala Venue & Kosher Catering in Fort Lauderdale
Last inspected:
3423 Griffin Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312Gala Venue & Kosher Catering in Fort Lauderdale has 23 inspections on record between 2017 and February 2026, totaling 97 violations—an average of 4.2 per inspection, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. Hand washing violations, including proper hand and arm washing procedures, were cited in at least 8 inspections across the record. High-priority violations for employee health reporting, shell stock requirements, chemical storage, food contact surfaces, and consumer advisories also appear in the record. The facility received two fire safety violations in 2017 and 2018 for use of cooking equipment producing grease-laden vapors and smoke without hood suppression system installation. One disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines was issued. The most recent inspection on February 17, 2026 identified 36 violations (4 high priority, 10 intermediate, 3 basic), including recurring hand washing violations, improper chemical storage, and food contact surface issues, resulting in an administrative complaint recommendation.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Gala Venue & Kosher Catering in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Gala Venue & Kosher Catering in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025070355 | $200.00 | Aug 26, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Gala Venue & Kosher Catering in Fort Lauderdale: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued
Gala Venue & Kosher Catering in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 3 inspections23 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 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· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 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 inspections14 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections24 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Gala Venue & Kosher Catering in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Gala Venue & Kosher Catering in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- Gala Venue & Kosher Catering in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 4, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- What are the most common violations at Gala Venue & Kosher Catering in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at Gala Venue & Kosher Catering in Fort Lauderdale are: Proper hand/arm washing, Outer openings protected, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Gala Venue & Kosher Catering in Fort Lauderdale had?
- Gala Venue & Kosher Catering in Fort Lauderdale has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Gala Venue & Kosher Catering in Fort Lauderdale find?
- Gala Venue & Kosher Catering in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on May 4, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Gala Venue & Kosher Catering in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- No, Gala Venue & Kosher Catering 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 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.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- Has Gala Venue & Kosher Catering in Fort Lauderdale had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Gala Venue & Kosher Catering in Fort Lauderdale has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Gala Venue & Kosher Catering in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Gala Venue & Kosher Catering in Fort Lauderdale has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Gala Venue & Kosher Catering in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
- Gala Venue & Kosher Catering in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Gala Venue & Kosher Catering in Fort Lauderdale operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Little Cuban Cafe (2017-2018).
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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.
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