Takato in Fort Lauderdale

Last inspected:

551 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Overview

TAKATO in Fort Lauderdale has accumulated 211 violations across 31 inspections since 2017, averaging 6.8 per visit. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $1,080 in fines. In September 2025, inspectors documented a significant compliance failure with 21 violations including 8 high-priority issues, triggering an administrative complaint. As of March 2026, an emergency order has been recommended following continued non-compliance.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

32Inspections
212Violations
0Closures
$1,880in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Takato in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 6.6 violations / inspection 6.6 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

Takato in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $1,880.00

Disciplinary action history for Takato in Fort Lauderdale
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2026020898 $800.00 Mar 19, 2026 Tampa
2--2025076956 $400.00 Sep 17, 2025 Fort Lauderdale
2--2023008226 $680.00 Jan 19, 2023 Orlando

Takato in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)

— 3 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 7 inspections29 violations · 23 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections11 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections29 violations · 23 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections18 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection3 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Takato in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Takato in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
Takato in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 26, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Takato in Fort Lauderdale?
The most frequently cited violations at Takato in Fort Lauderdale are: Employee health reporting, Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has Takato in Fort Lauderdale had?
Takato in Fort Lauderdale has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Takato in Fort Lauderdale find?
Takato in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on March 26, 2026 with 1 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Takato in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
No, Takato in Fort Lauderdale has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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.
Has Takato in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Takato in Fort Lauderdale has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,880.00 in fines.
How much has Takato in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
Takato in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $1,880.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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