Octopus Kitchen and Bar in Lauderdale By The Sea
4660 North Ocean Dr, Lauderdale By The Sea, FL 33308
Octopus Kitchen and Bar in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea has accumulated 105 violations across 26 inspections since 2017, averaging 4 per visit. The facility has faced two administrative complaints resulting in $800 in total fines. Hand washing, employee health reporting, and consumer advisory failures are the most frequently cited violations. Recent enforcement activity intensified in 2024, with three administrative complaints and 18 high-priority violations documented between February and October.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: January 7, 2026
Octopus Kitchen and Bar in Lauderdale By The Sea: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Octopus Kitchen and Bar in Lauderdale By The Sea: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024014403 | $400.00 | Feb 13, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2024027354 | $400.00 | Apr 16, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale |
Octopus Kitchen and Bar in Lauderdale By The Sea: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 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.
— 4 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 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· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 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
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 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.
Octopus Kitchen and Bar in Lauderdale By The Sea: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Octopus Kitchen and Bar in Lauderdale By The Sea last inspected?
- Octopus Kitchen and Bar in Lauderdale By The Sea was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 7, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Octopus Kitchen and Bar in Lauderdale By The Sea?
- The most frequently cited violations at Octopus Kitchen and Bar in Lauderdale By The Sea are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Octopus Kitchen and Bar in Lauderdale By The Sea had?
- Octopus Kitchen and Bar in Lauderdale By The Sea has had 26 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 Octopus Kitchen and Bar in Lauderdale By The Sea find?
- Octopus Kitchen and Bar in Lauderdale By The Sea was most recently inspected on January 7, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Octopus Kitchen and Bar in Lauderdale By The Sea ever been shut down?
- No, Octopus Kitchen and Bar in Lauderdale By The Sea has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- Has Octopus Kitchen and Bar in Lauderdale By The Sea faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Octopus Kitchen and Bar in Lauderdale By The Sea has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Octopus Kitchen and Bar in Lauderdale By The Sea been fined?
- Octopus Kitchen and Bar in Lauderdale By The Sea has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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