Peoples Choice Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale
Last inspected:
1431 Nw 31 Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311-5000Peoples Choice Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale accumulated 145 violations across 25 inspections between 2016 and March 2026, averaging 5.8 violations per inspection, slightly above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations were frequent, including recurring handwashing procedure failures (cited in at least 5 inspections), food contact surface issues (appearing in 8+ inspections), and proper cooking temperature violations (cited in 6+ inspections). Employee health policy violations were also documented. The facility received a fire safety citation in January 2021 for a portable fire extinguisher gauge reading in the red zone. The most recent inspection on March 30, 2026 identified 10 violations including 2 high-priority findings for food contact surfaces and proper cooking temperatures, and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Peoples Choice Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Peoples Choice Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Peoples Choice Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 4 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections31 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Peoples Choice Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Peoples Choice Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- Peoples Choice Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 30, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Peoples Choice Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at Peoples Choice Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale are: Proper cooking temps, Clean multi-use utensils, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Peoples Choice Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale had?
- Peoples Choice Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Peoples Choice Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale find?
- Peoples Choice Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on March 30, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Peoples Choice Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- No, Peoples Choice Restaurant 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 V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Peoples Choice Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Peoples Choice Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
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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).
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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