Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar in Fort Lauderdale

Last inspected:

740 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Overview

Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar in Fort Lauderdale has accumulated 51 violations across 15 inspections since February 2020, averaging 3.4 per visit. The facility received one warning in August 2021 and another in March 2025, with a single $200 administrative fine. Top violations include improper cleaning of multi-use utensils, missing consumer advisories, and inadequate time controls for food safety. The most recent inspection in February 2026 found four violations, continuing a pattern of recurring compliance issues.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

15Inspections
51Violations
0Closures
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 3.4 violations / inspection 3.4 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

Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar in Fort Lauderdale
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2025035703 $200.00 Mar 13, 2025 Miami (Doral)

Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (15)

— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 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
— 3 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 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

Intermediate Violations

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

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 20, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar in Fort Lauderdale?
The most frequently cited violations at Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar in Fort Lauderdale are: Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils, Time as control.
How many health inspections has Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar in Fort Lauderdale had?
Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar in Fort Lauderdale has had 15 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar in Fort Lauderdale find?
Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on February 20, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
No, Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar in Fort Lauderdale has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
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 Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar in Fort Lauderdale has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar 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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