Vw Publix in Fort Lauderdale

Last inspected:

2985 N Ocean Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

Part of: Publix Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

VW Publix 1818 is a vended water facility in Fort Lauderdale that is currently operating without a valid food permit. During an inspection on July 10, 2026, Inspector Leni Zunino documented that the establishment had submitted a permit application but had not completed the permitting process. The facility was directed to complete all permitting requirements under Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. within 10 days, with instructions to submit payment online through https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or by check or money order accompanied by an invoice.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.

2FDACS Insp.
1Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Vw Publix in Fort Lauderdale: FDACS Inspection History (2)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 2 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: MARIA JOHNSON, OPS REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Comments: Lab results provided.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection· 1 violation· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: LENI ZUNINO, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must meet all permitting requirements as specified in Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted and must be accompanied by an invoice. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Failure to meet all permitting requirements will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to suspend food activities. Payments can be made online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or can be mailed to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, P.O. Box 6720, Tallahassee FL 32314-6720. Checks and money orders are to be payable to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. All payments must include the Food Establishment number and reason of payment type in the memo section of the check or money order. The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit.

Good Retail Practice Violations

99 The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12, F.S., 5K-4.020(2), F.A.C. The food establishment shall complete the permitting process within 10 days. Contact the Department at (850) 245-5520 for further assistance.
Operating without a food permit. Application submitted.

Vw Publix in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Vw Publix in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
Vw Publix 1818 in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on September 16, 2026. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Vw Publix in Fort Lauderdale had?
Vw Publix 1818 in Fort Lauderdale has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Vw Publix in Fort Lauderdale find?
Vw Publix 1818 in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected by FDACS on September 16, 2026 (Focused Inspection).
Has Vw Publix in Fort Lauderdale had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Vw Publix 1818 in Fort Lauderdale has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.

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