Grio Express in Fort Lauderdale
Last inspected:
4308 N Sr 7, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33319Grio Express in Fort Lauderdale has accumulated 468 violations across 53 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.8 per visit. The facility was shut down three times for roach, rodent activity, and lack of potable water. Recent enforcement shows an active compliance issue: between November 10 and December 3, 2025, inspectors issued three consecutive "Extension given, pending" orders with repeated high-priority violations. The facility has faced 8 disciplinary actions totaling $3,880 in fines, with top recurring violations including improper ventilation, unprotected outer openings, and improper cooking temperatures.
Most recent closure: February 27, 2024 for no potable water.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Grio Express in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
8.8
violations / inspection
8.8 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg
4.52
violations / inspection
4.52 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Broward County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Grio Express in Fort Lauderdale: Emergency Closure History (3)
Grio Express in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (9)
Total fines on record: $4,680.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025079121 | $800.00 | Sep 22, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2024013171 | $400.00 | Feb 27, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2020024687 | — | May 19, 2020 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2021003557 | $400.00 | Dec 15, 2020 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2019041502 | $800.00 | Jul 23, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2018006582 | $650.00 | Feb 1, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2018009109 | $650.00 | Feb 20, 2018 | Tampa | |
| 2--2016018702 | $300.00 | Apr 4, 2016 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2015020621 | $680.00 | Apr 15, 2015 | Panama City Beach |
Grio Express in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (53)
— 8 inspections59 violations · 33 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections32 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 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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Basic Violations
— 5 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 11 inspections70 violations · 35 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 7 inspections48 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 7 inspections77 violations · 37 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Grio Express in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Grio Express in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- Grio Express in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 3, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- When was Grio Express in Fort Lauderdale last shut down?
- Grio Express in Fort Lauderdale was last shut down on February 27, 2024 for no potable water. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Grio Express in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at Grio Express in Fort Lauderdale are: Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected, Proper cooking temps.
- How many health inspections has Grio Express in Fort Lauderdale had?
- Grio Express in Fort Lauderdale has had 53 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Grio Express in Fort Lauderdale find?
- Grio Express in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on December 3, 2025 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has Grio Express in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- Yes, Grio Express in Fort Lauderdale has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
- Has Grio Express in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Grio Express in Fort Lauderdale has 9 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $4,680.00 in fines.
- How much has Grio Express in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
- Grio Express in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $4,680.00 across 9 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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
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