Sofi's Cafe in Fort Lauderdale
Last inspected:
200 E Broward Blvd Se 110, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301Sofi's Cafe in Fort Lauderdale has compiled 50 violations across 21 inspections, averaging 2.4 violations per inspection, well below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. Hand washing violations were the most recurring finding, cited in at least 6 inspections between 2023 and 2026, including three separate instances documented on the most recent inspection on January 13, 2026. A fire safety violation involving use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors with no hood suppression system was documented on three separate inspections: May 12, 2022, August 18, 2025, and January 13, 2026, indicating the equipment hazard remains unresolved. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. Additional high-priority violations included employee health policy and reporting violations (cited in 2024 and 2025), chemical storage violations (August 2025), and shell stock requirement violations (January and May 2024). The most recent inspection on January 13, 2026 was completed with no further action required, though it documented one high-priority hand washing violation and one basic violation alongside the persistent fire safety concern.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sofi's Cafe in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Sofi's Cafe in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024049101 | $200.00 | Jul 25, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Sofi's Cafe in Fort Lauderdale: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Sofi's Cafe in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Warning Issued
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Sofi's Cafe in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sofi's Cafe in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- Sofi's Cafe in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 13, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Sofi's Cafe in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sofi's Cafe in Fort Lauderdale are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Toilet facilities.
- How many health inspections has Sofi's Cafe in Fort Lauderdale had?
- Sofi's Cafe in Fort Lauderdale has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sofi's Cafe in Fort Lauderdale find?
- Sofi's Cafe in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on January 13, 2026 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sofi's Cafe in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- No, Sofi's Cafe in Fort Lauderdale has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 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.
- What does Florida violation V45 (Floor maintenance) mean?
- Violation 45 (Floor maintenance) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/45.
- Has Sofi's Cafe in Fort Lauderdale had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Sofi's Cafe in Fort Lauderdale has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Sofi's Cafe in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sofi's Cafe in Fort Lauderdale has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Sofi's Cafe in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
- Sofi's Cafe 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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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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