El Mar Cafe in Lauderdale By The Sea
4405 El Mar Dr, Lauderdale By The Sea, FL 33308
El Mar Cafe in Lauderdale By The Sea, FL has 23 inspections on record with 96 total violations (4.2 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures, and $760.00 in fines across 2 disciplinary actions.
Last inspected DBPR: September 25, 2025
El Mar Cafe in Lauderdale By The Sea: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
4.2
violations / inspection
4.2 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
El Mar Cafe in Lauderdale By The Sea: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $760.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024014059 | $400.00 | Feb 12, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2016017655 | $360.00 | Mar 28, 2016 | Tampa |
El Mar Cafe in Lauderdale By The Sea: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
El Mar Cafe in Lauderdale By The Sea: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Mar Cafe in Lauderdale By The Sea last inspected?
- El Mar Cafe in Lauderdale By The Sea was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 25, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at El Mar Cafe in Lauderdale By The Sea?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Mar Cafe in Lauderdale By The Sea are: Employee health reporting, Approved food source, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has El Mar Cafe in Lauderdale By The Sea had?
- El Mar Cafe in Lauderdale By The Sea has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Mar Cafe in Lauderdale By The Sea find?
- El Mar Cafe in Lauderdale By The Sea was most recently inspected on September 25, 2025 with 7 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has El Mar Cafe in Lauderdale By The Sea ever been shut down?
- No, El Mar Cafe in Lauderdale By The Sea has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- 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.
- Has El Mar Cafe in Lauderdale By The Sea faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Mar Cafe in Lauderdale By The Sea has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $760.00 in fines.
- How much has El Mar Cafe in Lauderdale By The Sea been fined?
- El Mar Cafe in Lauderdale By The Sea has been fined a total of $760.00 across 2 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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
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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