La Aurora Restaurant & Cafeteria in Fort Lauderdale
Last inspected:
3023 W Davie Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312La Aurora Restaurant & Cafeteria in Fort Lauderdale has been inspected 25 times since 2016, accumulating 103 violations with an average of 4.1 per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Handwashing violations are the dominant pattern, appearing in 8 of the last 12 inspections, including high-priority citations for handwashing facilities and proper hand and arm washing techniques in July 2025, February 2025, September 2024, and September 2023. Employee health reporting and food contact surface violations also appear repeatedly across the record. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $320 in fines and has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on October 28, 2025 was completed with no violations found and no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
La Aurora Restaurant & Cafeteria in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
4.1
violations / inspection
4.1 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
La Aurora Restaurant & Cafeteria in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $320.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2015054124 | $320.00 | Nov 30, 2015 | Tampa |
La Aurora Restaurant & Cafeteria in Fort Lauderdale: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 3 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Blocked by a bar and equipment. Advised owner to keep exit clear in case of emergency
11/30/15 repeat violation from 9/28/15
Exit door blocked by a bar and equipment
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Blocked by a bar and equipment. Advised owner to keep exit clear in case of emergency
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed in women's bathroom. **Warning**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
La Aurora Restaurant & Cafeteria in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 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· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 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· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 3 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· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
La Aurora Restaurant & Cafeteria in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was La Aurora Restaurant & Cafeteria in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- La Aurora Restaurant & Cafeteria in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 17, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at La Aurora Restaurant & Cafeteria in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at La Aurora Restaurant & Cafeteria in Fort Lauderdale are: Proper hand/arm washing, Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has La Aurora Restaurant & Cafeteria in Fort Lauderdale had?
- La Aurora Restaurant & Cafeteria in Fort Lauderdale has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of La Aurora Restaurant & Cafeteria in Fort Lauderdale find?
- La Aurora Restaurant & Cafeteria in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on July 17, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has La Aurora Restaurant & Cafeteria in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- No, La Aurora Restaurant & Cafeteria 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 V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has La Aurora Restaurant & Cafeteria in Fort Lauderdale had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, La Aurora Restaurant & Cafeteria in Fort Lauderdale has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has La Aurora Restaurant & Cafeteria in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, La Aurora Restaurant & Cafeteria in Fort Lauderdale has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $320.00 in fines.
- How much has La Aurora Restaurant & Cafeteria in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
- La Aurora Restaurant & Cafeteria in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $320.00 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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