La Costa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale
Last inspected:
1855 S State Rd 7, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33317LA Costa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has accumulated 191 violations across 29 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.6 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach and rodent activity. In October 2025, inspectors found 16 violations with 7 high-priority citations and recommended an emergency order. Top recurring violations include improper hand washing (17 citations), employee health reporting failures (12), and unclean multi-use utensils (11).
Most recent closure: October 1, 2025 for roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
La Costa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
6.6
violations / inspection
6.6 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg
4.52
violations / inspection
4.52 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Broward County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
La Costa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Emergency Closure History (2)
La Costa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025072780 | $400.00 | Oct 1, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2018062742 | $400.00 | Dec 12, 2018 | Orlando |
La Costa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections30 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 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
— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections41 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections11 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
La Costa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was La Costa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- La Costa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 4, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was La Costa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale last shut down?
- La Costa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was last shut down on October 1, 2025 for roach & fly 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 La Costa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at La Costa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has La Costa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale had?
- La Costa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of La Costa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale find?
- La Costa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on February 4, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has La Costa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- Yes, La Costa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- 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 La Costa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, La Costa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has La Costa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
- La Costa Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
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