Heart Rock Sushi in Fort Lauderdale
Last inspected:
1970-1976 E Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304Heart Rock Sushi in Fort Lauderdale was emergency-closed on December 3, 2015 for rodent activity. Across 24 inspections between 2015 and March 2026, the facility accumulated 150 violations—averaging 6.25 per inspection, substantially above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations dominated the record, with handwashing failures, employee health reporting lapses, and food contact surface contamination appearing repeatedly across at least 10 inspections. The facility has been subject to 4 disciplinary actions totaling $1,400 in fines. In October 2025 and August 2024, inspectors recommended administrative complaints based on patterns of high-priority violations including employee health reporting failures and handwashing deficiencies. Most recently, on March 9, 2026, an inspection documented 18 violations including multiple high-priority handwashing and food contact surface violations, prompting an administrative complaint recommendation. A follow-up inspection on March 11, 2026 found no violations and was marked Call Back - Complied.
Most recent closure: December 3, 2015 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Heart Rock Sushi in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Heart Rock Sushi in Fort Lauderdale: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Rodent activity | 11:31:00 |
Heart Rock Sushi in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026001330 | $400.00 | Oct 29, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2024053502 | $200.00 | Aug 5, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2022015325 | $400.00 | Mar 8, 2022 | Tampa | |
| 2--2015052899 | $400.00 | Dec 4, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Heart Rock Sushi in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 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 (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Heart Rock Sushi in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Heart Rock Sushi in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- Heart Rock Sushi in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 11, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Heart Rock Sushi in Fort Lauderdale last shut down?
- Heart Rock Sushi in Fort Lauderdale was last shut down on December 3, 2015 for rodent 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 Heart Rock Sushi in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at Heart Rock Sushi in Fort Lauderdale are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Heart Rock Sushi in Fort Lauderdale had?
- Heart Rock Sushi in Fort Lauderdale has had 24 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 Heart Rock Sushi in Fort Lauderdale find?
- Heart Rock Sushi in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on March 11, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Heart Rock Sushi in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- Yes, Heart Rock Sushi in Fort Lauderdale has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Heart Rock Sushi in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Heart Rock Sushi in Fort Lauderdale has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,400.00 in fines.
- How much has Heart Rock Sushi in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
- Heart Rock Sushi in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $1,400.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Nearby Establishments to Heart Rock Sushi
Poor Inspection Records Near Fort Lauderdale
Stories You May Have Missed Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale Kwik Stop Cited for Raw Eggs Over Milk, No Food Safety Manager
A March 2026 FDACS inspection of a Fort Lauderdale convenience store found raw shell eggs stored above milk containers a…
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.
This page is maintained by FloridaFoodSafety.org and is not affiliated with Heart Rock Sushi. How we collect and verify this data.