Sparrow in Fort Lauderdale

Last inspected:

299 N Federal Hwy Floor 25, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Overview

Sparrow in Fort Lauderdale has been cited for hand washing violations in 7 of 18 inspections, along with recurring employee health policy violations. The facility averaged 2.9 violations per inspection across its inspection history, below the statewide average of 5.2. One disciplinary action resulted in a $200 fine. Two inspections in 2024 prompted administrative complaint recommendations. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. The most recent inspection on January 30, 2026 found 6 violations including 3 hand washing citations and concluded with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

18Inspections
53Violations
0Closures
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Sparrow in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 2.9 violations / inspection 2.9 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg 4.52 violations / inspection 4.52 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Broward County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Sparrow in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Sparrow in Fort Lauderdale
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2024016619 $200.00 Feb 22, 2024 Miami (Doral)

Sparrow in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (18)

— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 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.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 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

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections12 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

Sparrow in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sparrow in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
Sparrow in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 30, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Sparrow in Fort Lauderdale?
The most frequently cited violations at Sparrow in Fort Lauderdale are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Employee health policy.
How many health inspections has Sparrow in Fort Lauderdale had?
Sparrow in Fort Lauderdale has had 18 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Sparrow in Fort Lauderdale find?
Sparrow in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on January 30, 2026 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Sparrow in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
No, Sparrow 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 V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
Has Sparrow in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Sparrow in Fort Lauderdale has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Sparrow in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
Sparrow 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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