Ruby Chinese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale
Last inspected:
913 Sr 84, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315Ruby Chinese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has accumulated 248 violations across 28 inspections since 2017, averaging 8.9 per visit. The facility was shut down once for rodent activity in late 2024. State records show three disciplinary actions totaling $1,700 in fines, with the largest penalty at $800. The restaurant's most frequently cited violations involve proper hand and arm washing procedures, food contact surfaces, and employee health reporting.
Most recent closure: November 22, 2024 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Ruby Chinese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
8.9
violations / inspection
8.9 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg
4.52
violations / inspection
4.52 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Broward County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Ruby Chinese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Emergency Closure History (1)
Ruby Chinese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,700.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025090231 | $700.00 | Oct 21, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2024067536 | $800.00 | Nov 22, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2023039892 | $200.00 | Jul 5, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Ruby Chinese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 1 inspection10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections24 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections34 violations · 23 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 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
— 4 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 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.
— 3 inspections23 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections27 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Ruby Chinese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Ruby Chinese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- Ruby Chinese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Ruby Chinese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale last shut down?
- Ruby Chinese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was last shut down on November 22, 2024 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Ruby Chinese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at Ruby Chinese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Ruby Chinese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale had?
- Ruby Chinese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Ruby Chinese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale find?
- Ruby Chinese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on March 5, 2026 with 15 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Ruby Chinese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- Yes, Ruby Chinese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- Has Ruby Chinese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Ruby Chinese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,700.00 in fines.
- How much has Ruby Chinese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
- Ruby Chinese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $1,700.00 across 3 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).
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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