Dunns River Island Cafe in Hallandale Beach
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908 W Hallandale Beach Blvd, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009Dunns River Island Cafe in Hallandale Beach has received 21 inspections since 2016 with 140 total violations, averaging 6.7 violations per inspection—nearly 30 percent above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has faced four disciplinary actions resulting in $1,480 in combined fines. Employee health policy violations were cited in at least 7 inspections, including failure to report illness and improper handling of sick workers. High-priority violations for food contact surface sanitation, proper cooking temperatures, and approved food sources appeared repeatedly across the record. The facility received three "Administrative complaint recommended" dispositions in 2024 and 2025, signaling escalated enforcement concern. The most recent inspection on March 26, 2026 resulted in a call back that complied with prior findings; a separate routine inspection the same day documented 12 violations but was closed with no further action required at that time.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Dunns River Island Cafe in Hallandale Beach: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Dunns River Island Cafe in Hallandale Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,480.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025015199 | $280.00 | Jan 13, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2024068639 | $600.00 | Sep 23, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2024007687 | $400.00 | Jan 23, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2022057225 | $200.00 | Nov 28, 2022 | Miami (Doral) |
Dunns River Island Cafe in Hallandale Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 3 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 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· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Dunns River Island Cafe in Hallandale Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Dunns River Island Cafe in Hallandale Beach last inspected?
- Dunns River Island Cafe in Hallandale Beach 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 Dunns River Island Cafe in Hallandale Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Dunns River Island Cafe in Hallandale Beach are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Employee health policy.
- How many health inspections has Dunns River Island Cafe in Hallandale Beach had?
- Dunns River Island Cafe in Hallandale Beach has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Dunns River Island Cafe in Hallandale Beach find?
- Dunns River Island Cafe in Hallandale Beach was most recently inspected on March 26, 2026 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Dunns River Island Cafe in Hallandale Beach ever been shut down?
- No, Dunns River Island Cafe in Hallandale Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- 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 V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- Has Dunns River Island Cafe in Hallandale Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Dunns River Island Cafe in Hallandale Beach has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,480.00 in fines.
- How much has Dunns River Island Cafe in Hallandale Beach been fined?
- Dunns River Island Cafe in Hallandale Beach has been fined a total of $1,480.00 across 4 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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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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