P F Chang's China Bistro in Fort Lauderdale
Last inspected:
2418 E Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304P.F. Chang's China Bistro in Fort Lauderdale has received 25 inspections on record since 2016, documenting 102 total violations and averaging 4.1 violations per inspection, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. Disciplinary actions totaling $400 have been issued.
A significant enforcement surge occurred in August 2025, with four complaint-based inspections conducted between August 13 and August 27. On August 13, inspectors found 24 violations including high-priority violations for management awareness failures, unapproved food source, improper chemical storage, and employee health policy violations. An administrative complaint was recommended. August 26 produced 12 violations, again citing management awareness, time as control, and employee health reporting failures, leading to another administrative complaint recommendation. August 27 resulted in two inspections: one documented 3 high-priority consumer advisory violations with a call back extension pending, and a second showed compliance on the callback. The most recent inspection on August 27 is pending compliance verification.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
P F Chang's China Bistro in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
P F Chang's China Bistro in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025070340 | $200.00 | Aug 26, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2025066526 | $200.00 | Aug 13, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale |
P F Chang's China Bistro in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 6 inspections17 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 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 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 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
— 3 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
P F Chang's China Bistro in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was P F Chang's China Bistro in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- P F Chang's China Bistro in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 27, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at P F Chang's China Bistro in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at P F Chang's China Bistro in Fort Lauderdale are: Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has P F Chang's China Bistro in Fort Lauderdale had?
- P F Chang's China Bistro in Fort Lauderdale has had 25 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 P F Chang's China Bistro in Fort Lauderdale find?
- P F Chang's China Bistro in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on August 27, 2025 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has P F Chang's China Bistro in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- No, P F Chang's China Bistro in Fort Lauderdale has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has P F Chang's China Bistro in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, P F Chang's China Bistro in Fort Lauderdale has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has P F Chang's China Bistro in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
- P F Chang's China Bistro in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $400.00 across 2 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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