Hollywood Garden Cafe in Hollywood
Last inspected:
1428 N Federal Hwy, Hollywood, FL 33020Hollywood Garden Cafe has accumulated 84 violations across 21 inspections, averaging 4.0 violations per inspection, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. Disciplinary actions totaling $1,080 were issued against the establishment.
High-priority violations have appeared repeatedly across recent inspections. Hand washing violations were cited in four of the last seven inspections (2025-07-09, 2025-02-20, 2024-09-25). Employee health policy violations appeared in three inspections (2025-02-20, 2024-09-25). Shell stock handling and proper cooking temperature violations also recurred. In August 2022, a fire safety violation was documented when the main kitchen rear exit door path was marked as blocked.
Recent enforcement escalation is evident. An inspection on July 9, 2025 found one high-priority violation related to hand washing and shell stock requirements, leading to an administrative complaint recommendation. A February 20, 2025 inspection resulted in a warning issued for employee health policy and food contact surface violations. Following a September 25, 2024 inspection that found five high-priority violations including employee health reporting, hand washing, and proper cooking temperatures, a warning was issued. The most recent inspection on February 20, 2026 found one high-priority violation and resulted in no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Hollywood Garden Cafe in Hollywood: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Hollywood Garden Cafe in Hollywood: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,080.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025055292 | $800.00 | Jul 9, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2025041637 | $280.00 | May 2, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale |
Hollywood Garden Cafe in Hollywood: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Hollywood Garden Cafe in Hollywood: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— 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
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections10 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 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 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Hollywood Garden Cafe in Hollywood: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hollywood Garden Cafe in Hollywood last inspected?
- Hollywood Garden Cafe in Hollywood 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 Hollywood Garden Cafe in Hollywood?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hollywood Garden Cafe in Hollywood are: Proper sanitizing, Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Hollywood Garden Cafe in Hollywood had?
- Hollywood Garden Cafe in Hollywood has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hollywood Garden Cafe in Hollywood find?
- Hollywood Garden Cafe in Hollywood was most recently inspected on February 20, 2026 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Hollywood Garden Cafe in Hollywood ever been shut down?
- No, Hollywood Garden Cafe in Hollywood has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V32 (Proper sanitizing) mean?
- Violation 32 (Proper sanitizing) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/32.
- Has Hollywood Garden Cafe in Hollywood had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Hollywood Garden Cafe in Hollywood has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Hollywood Garden Cafe in Hollywood faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Hollywood Garden Cafe in Hollywood has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,080.00 in fines.
- How much has Hollywood Garden Cafe in Hollywood been fined?
- Hollywood Garden Cafe in Hollywood has been fined a total of $1,080.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Hollywood Garden Cafe in Hollywood operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Pio Chicken (2022).
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