Serafina Waterfront Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale
Last inspected:
926 Ne 20 Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304Serafina Waterfront Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale has accumulated 157 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.1 per visit. The restaurant faced five disciplinary actions totaling $2,200 in fines. In 2024, inspectors cited the facility for storing three propane tanks larger than code-allowed capacity inside the building by the stairs, a violation flagged for Fire Marshal review. Recent inspection patterns show repeated administrative complaints and callback inspections throughout 2024, with the most recent visit in January 2026 finding three violations.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Serafina Waterfront Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
5.1
violations / inspection
5.1 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
Serafina Waterfront Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)
Total fines on record: $2,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024046479 | $1,000.00 | Jul 10, 2024 | Tampa | |
| 2--2024017065 | $400.00 | Feb 26, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2022029435 | $400.00 | May 12, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2021020719 | $200.00 | Mar 31, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2019016827 | $200.00 | Mar 19, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Serafina Waterfront Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
3 tanks by stairs - 926 building. Email will be sent to Fire Marshall for review.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Serafina Waterfront Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 9 inspections39 violations · 23 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections15 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Serafina Waterfront Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Serafina Waterfront Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- Serafina Waterfront Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 16, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Serafina Waterfront Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at Serafina Waterfront Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale are: Employee health reporting, Management awareness, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Serafina Waterfront Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale had?
- Serafina Waterfront Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Serafina Waterfront Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale find?
- Serafina Waterfront Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on January 16, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Serafina Waterfront Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- No, Serafina Waterfront Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- What does Florida violation V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?
- Violation 41 (Toilet facilities) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/41.
- Has Serafina Waterfront Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Serafina Waterfront Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Serafina Waterfront Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Serafina Waterfront Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Serafina Waterfront Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
- Serafina Waterfront Trattoria in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $2,200.00 across 5 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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