Little Brazil in Fort Lauderdale

Last inspected:

4350 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
Overview

Oasis Emporium in Fort Lauderdale has averaged 4.1 violations per inspection across 26 inspections since 2023, performing below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closure. However, the most recent two inspections in February 2026 show a sharp escalation in violations and enforcement severity. On February 10, an inspector cited 12 violations including three high-priority findings for management awareness, proper hand and arm washing, and employee health reporting, resulting in a Warning Issued. The following day, February 11, a routine inspection documented 9 violations with two high-priority citations for management awareness and employee health reporting, prompting an administrative complaint recommendation — a formal escalation indicating potential disciplinary proceedings. Recurring patterns across the inspection history include hand washing violations cited in at least 7 inspections, employee health reporting violations in 4 of the last 6 inspections, food contact surface violations in 9 inspections, and chemical storage violations in 4 inspections. The facility's compliance trajectory deteriorated sharply in early 2026 after relatively stable performance in 2024–2025, shifting from routine closures without further action to formal enforcement recommendations.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.

27Inspections
111Violations
0Closures
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Little Brazil 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

Little Brazil in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Little Brazil in Fort Lauderdale
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2026024071 $200.00 Feb 11, 2026 Miami (Doral)

Little Brazil in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)

— 3 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 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 (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 5 inspections13 violations · 9 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 (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Little Brazil in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Little Brazil in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
Little Brazil in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 29, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Little Brazil in Fort Lauderdale?
The most frequently cited violations at Little Brazil in Fort Lauderdale are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has Little Brazil in Fort Lauderdale had?
Little Brazil in Fort Lauderdale has had 27 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 Little Brazil in Fort Lauderdale find?
Little Brazil in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on July 29, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Little Brazil in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
No, Little Brazil in Fort Lauderdale has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
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 V51 (Premises clean) mean?
Violation 51 (Premises clean) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/51.
Has Little Brazil in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Little Brazil in Fort Lauderdale has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Little Brazil in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
Little Brazil 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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