Cabo Blanco Restaurant in Hollywood
Last inspected:
1936 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, FL 33020Cabo Blanco Restaurant in Hollywood has accumulated 253 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 9 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity and has faced one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. Fire safety inspections documented two violations for blocked exit paths, both citing supplies and boxes obstructing the exit hall in 2016 and 2017. The restaurant's top recurring violations involve hand washing procedures, ventilation, and food contact surfaces.
Most recent closure: December 11, 2024 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Cabo Blanco Restaurant in Hollywood: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
9
violations / inspection
9 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg
4.52
violations / inspection
4.52 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Broward County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Cabo Blanco Restaurant in Hollywood: Emergency Closure History (1)
Cabo Blanco Restaurant in Hollywood: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024070883 | $400.00 | Dec 11, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale |
Cabo Blanco Restaurant in Hollywood: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked exit hall lined with boxes and supplies. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. Bicycle box mop bucket and other items lining exit hall. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
Cabo Blanco Restaurant in Hollywood: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 3 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Intermediate Violations
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 4 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections32 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection10 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections30 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Cabo Blanco Restaurant in Hollywood: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Cabo Blanco Restaurant in Hollywood last inspected?
- Cabo Blanco Restaurant in Hollywood was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 1, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Cabo Blanco Restaurant in Hollywood last shut down?
- Cabo Blanco Restaurant in Hollywood was last shut down on December 11, 2024 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Cabo Blanco Restaurant in Hollywood?
- The most frequently cited violations at Cabo Blanco Restaurant in Hollywood are: Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Cabo Blanco Restaurant in Hollywood had?
- Cabo Blanco Restaurant in Hollywood has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Cabo Blanco Restaurant in Hollywood find?
- Cabo Blanco Restaurant in Hollywood was most recently inspected on December 1, 2025 with 9 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Cabo Blanco Restaurant in Hollywood ever been shut down?
- Yes, Cabo Blanco Restaurant in Hollywood has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- 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.
- Has Cabo Blanco Restaurant in Hollywood had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Cabo Blanco Restaurant in Hollywood has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Cabo Blanco Restaurant in Hollywood faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Cabo Blanco Restaurant in Hollywood has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Cabo Blanco Restaurant in Hollywood been fined?
- Cabo Blanco Restaurant in Hollywood has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 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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