Gourmet Garden Cafe & Juices in Fort Lauderdale
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6139 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308Gourmet Garden Cafe & Juices in Fort Lauderdale averaged 6.3 violations per inspection across 26 inspections since 2016, above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. High-priority violations were persistent, including recurring employee health policy violations cited in at least 6 inspections, handwashing failures appearing in multiple inspections, food contact surface contamination documented in at least 7 inspections, and food temperature control violations across several inspections. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $280 in fines. A January 30, 2026 inspection documented 21 violations including high-priority findings for employee health policy, food condition, approved food source, and handwashing, resulting in a Warning Issued disposition. The most recent inspection on April 2, 2026 yielded no violations and resulted in Call Back - Complied.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Gourmet Garden Cafe & Juices in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Gourmet Garden Cafe & Juices in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $280.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2017024776 | $280.00 | Apr 20, 2017 | Fort Lauderdale |
Gourmet Garden Cafe & Juices in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 3 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections14 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Gourmet Garden Cafe & Juices in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Gourmet Garden Cafe & Juices in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- Gourmet Garden Cafe & Juices in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 14, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Gourmet Garden Cafe & Juices in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at Gourmet Garden Cafe & Juices in Fort Lauderdale are: Clean multi-use utensils, Employee health reporting, Employee health policy.
- How many health inspections has Gourmet Garden Cafe & Juices in Fort Lauderdale had?
- Gourmet Garden Cafe & Juices in Fort Lauderdale has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Gourmet Garden Cafe & Juices in Fort Lauderdale find?
- Gourmet Garden Cafe & Juices in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on August 14, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 5 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Gourmet Garden Cafe & Juices in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- No, Gourmet Garden Cafe & Juices in Fort Lauderdale has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- Has Gourmet Garden Cafe & Juices in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Gourmet Garden Cafe & Juices in Fort Lauderdale has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $280.00 in fines.
- How much has Gourmet Garden Cafe & Juices in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
- Gourmet Garden Cafe & Juices in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $280.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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).
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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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