Seawatch Restaurant in Lauderdale By The Sea
6002 N Ocean Blvd, Lauderdale By The Sea, FL 33308
Seawatch Restaurant in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea has accumulated 181 violations across 26 inspections since 2017, averaging 7 violations per visit. The facility has not been shut down and has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $560 in fines. Recent inspections show inconsistent compliance, with a warning issued in June 2025 for 9 violations including 4 high-priority items, followed by a callback inspection with zero violations. The most frequently cited violations involve proper hand and arm washing, management awareness, and clean multi-use utensils.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: February 5, 2026
Seawatch Restaurant in Lauderdale By The Sea: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Seawatch Restaurant in Lauderdale By The Sea: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $560.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023039369 | $160.00 | Jun 29, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2017014758 | $400.00 | Mar 15, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Seawatch Restaurant in Lauderdale By The Sea: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 1 inspection5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— 6 inspections38 violations · 29 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections25 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 21 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Seawatch Restaurant in Lauderdale By The Sea: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Seawatch Restaurant in Lauderdale By The Sea last inspected?
- Seawatch Restaurant in Lauderdale By The Sea was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Seawatch Restaurant in Lauderdale By The Sea?
- The most frequently cited violations at Seawatch Restaurant in Lauderdale By The Sea are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Seawatch Restaurant in Lauderdale By The Sea had?
- Seawatch Restaurant in Lauderdale By The Sea has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Seawatch Restaurant in Lauderdale By The Sea find?
- Seawatch Restaurant in Lauderdale By The Sea was most recently inspected on February 5, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Seawatch Restaurant in Lauderdale By The Sea ever been shut down?
- No, Seawatch Restaurant 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 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 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.
- Has Seawatch Restaurant in Lauderdale By The Sea faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Seawatch Restaurant in Lauderdale By The Sea has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $560.00 in fines.
- How much has Seawatch Restaurant in Lauderdale By The Sea been fined?
- Seawatch Restaurant in Lauderdale By The Sea has been fined a total of $560.00 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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