Piranha Pats in Fort Lauderdale

Last inspected:

1479 E Commercial Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334-5715
Overview

Piranha Pats has accumulated 116 violations across 23 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.0 violations per inspection, consistent with the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. High-priority violations have recurred across multiple inspection cycles, including employee health reporting violations cited in at least 5 separate inspections between September 2023 and February 2026, shell stock and parasite destruction violations in 4 inspections, and time-as-control violations in 3 inspections. A complaint-based inspection on September 5, 2023 resulted in a Warning Issued disposition after high-priority violations for employee health reporting and approved food source were documented. The most recent inspection on February 2, 2026 was completed with no further action, though 12 violations were cited including two high-priority violations for employee health reporting and time as control.

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

27Inspections
131Violations
0Closures
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Piranha Pats in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 4.9 violations / inspection 4.9 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg 4.52 violations / inspection 4.52 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Broward County Avg 0.24 closures / facility 0.24 county average

Piranha Pats in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Piranha Pats in Fort Lauderdale
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2026053556 $200.00 Jul 8, 2026 Miami (Doral)

Piranha Pats in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)

— 5 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections31 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Piranha Pats in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Piranha Pats in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
Piranha Pats in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 17, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Piranha Pats in Fort Lauderdale?
The most frequently cited violations at Piranha Pats in Fort Lauderdale are: Clean multi-use utensils, Shell stock requirements, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has Piranha Pats in Fort Lauderdale had?
Piranha Pats in Fort Lauderdale has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Piranha Pats in Fort Lauderdale find?
Piranha Pats in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on August 17, 2026 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Piranha Pats in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
No, Piranha Pats in Fort Lauderdale has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?
Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
Has Piranha Pats in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Piranha Pats in Fort Lauderdale has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Piranha Pats in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
Piranha Pats 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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