Lulu's Bait Shack in Fort Lauderdale

Last inspected:

17 S Ft Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Overview

Lulu's Bait Shack in Fort Lauderdale has recorded 23 inspections with 118 total violations dating back to at least 2016, averaging 5.1 violations per inspection—near the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never experienced an emergency closure. Employee health violations, particularly handwashing and health reporting requirements, have been cited in at least 8 inspections across the record, establishing a persistent pattern. High-priority handwashing violations alone appeared in 3 of the last 4 inspections (December 2025, March 2026). A fire safety violation was documented in September 2016 for a portable fire extinguisher gauge in the red zone in the prep area. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. The most recent inspection on March 26, 2026 was completed with no further action required, documenting high-priority violations for employee health reporting and handwashing procedures.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
118Violations
0Closures
1Fire
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Lulu's Bait Shack in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 5.1 violations / inspection 5.1 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

Lulu's Bait Shack in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Lulu's Bait Shack in Fort Lauderdale
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2017047216 $200.00 Aug 28, 2017 Miami (Doral)

Lulu's Bait Shack in Fort Lauderdale: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. In prep area

Lulu's Bait Shack in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 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
— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections10 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Lulu's Bait Shack in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lulu's Bait Shack in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
Lulu's Bait Shack in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 26, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Lulu's Bait Shack in Fort Lauderdale?
The most frequently cited violations at Lulu's Bait Shack in Fort Lauderdale are: Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Lulu's Bait Shack in Fort Lauderdale had?
Lulu's Bait Shack in Fort Lauderdale has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Lulu's Bait Shack in Fort Lauderdale find?
Lulu's Bait Shack in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on March 26, 2026 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Lulu's Bait Shack in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
No, Lulu's Bait Shack in Fort Lauderdale has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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.
What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
Has Lulu's Bait Shack in Fort Lauderdale had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Lulu's Bait Shack in Fort Lauderdale has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Lulu's Bait Shack in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Lulu's Bait Shack in Fort Lauderdale has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Lulu's Bait Shack in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
Lulu's Bait Shack in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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