Lauderhill — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Lauderhill, Florida has 151 food establishments with 2,085 inspections on record. 4 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 65.7%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 5.2 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $1,200 assessed to Happy Wok Chinese Restaurant in Lauderhill on October 20, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC | 39 | 338 | 5 |
| Wally Jean's Paradise Restaurant | 38 | 302 | 3 |
| Chateau Mar Golf Resort | 12 | 112 | 3 |
| Irie Takeout Restaurant | 47 | 354 | 2 |
| Blended Family Foods Corp | 37 | 282 | 2 |
Lauderhill Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Lauderhill Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gud Girl Gone Bad | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Wally Jean's Paradise Restaurant | 8 | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Liquid Paradise | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Cc Fortunes Sports Bar and Grill LLC | 13 (5 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Wally Jean's Paradise Restaurant | 9 | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Wally Jean's Paradise Restaurant | 21 (3 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Paradero 50 | 10 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Pedna Cuisise LLC | 4 | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Yummy Grill | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Yummy Grill | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Lauderhill Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 21,785 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 21,531 |
| 53 | Outer openings protected | 19,724 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 17,922 |
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 16,725 |
Lauderhill Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 20, 2025 | Happy Wok Chinese Restaurant | $1,200 | 2--2025069661 |
| Jul 17, 2025 | Jamaica House Restaurant II | $1,000 | 2--2025049733 |
| Sep 10, 2025 | King's Super Buffet | $800 | 2--2025061225 |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Dragon Village | $800 | 2--2025047094 |
| Feb 4, 2026 | Panfridays | $800 | 2--2025085195 |
| Apr 2, 2026 | Wally House of Flavors Restaurant LLC | $640 | 2--2025085616 |
| Oct 2, 2025 | Jamaica House Restaurant II | $600 | 2--2025065591 |
| Oct 27, 2025 | Dragon Village | $600 | 2--2025067020 |
| Apr 23, 2026 | Tradicion Hondurena Pollos Yihre | $600 | 2--2026017339 |
| Mar 11, 2026 | Joan's Kitchen De Vi Spot LLC | $400 | 2--2025080577 |
Lauderhill Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Exit blocked or locked | 36 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 10 |
| Other fire safety violation | 6 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 3 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 3 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 1 |
Lauderhill Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records
In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Lauderhill has 46 FDACS-regulated facilities with 78 inspections on record and 7 stop-sale orders issued.
Lauderhill FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders
A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.
| Date | Facility | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Festival-supermarket-383191 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Festival-supermarket-383191 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Festival-supermarket-383191 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo… | |
| Starbucks #8505 Establishment #: 367683 | — (NA) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterat… | |
| Cnj Market Establishment # 417522 | — | — | |
| Cnj Market Establishment # 417522 | — (na) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Preventing Contamination By Han… | |
| Cnj Market Establishment # 417522 | — (various) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Preventing Contamination By Han… |
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Lauderhill FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Lauderhill Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wawa | 1 | 14 | 430 |
| Starbucks | 1 | 77 | 1,170 |
| Pinecrest Bakery | 1 | 3 | 37 |
Lauderhill: Notable Restaurants
Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC
Wally Jean's Paradise Restaurant
Chateau Mar Golf Resort
Irie Takeout Restaurant
TropÍ Oasis
Gud Girl Gone Bad
Lauderhill: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin | 3 | 153 | 0 |
| Crafty Crab | 2 | 338 | 2 |
| Popeyes | 2 | 127 | 0 |
| Checkers | 2 | 169 | 1 |
| McDonalds | 2 | 100 | 0 |
| Subway | 2 | 173 | 2 |
| Jersey Mikes | 1 | 40 | 0 |
| Tijuana Flats | 1 | 118 | 0 |
| Chipotle | 1 | 67 | 0 |
| First Watch | 1 | 91 | 0 |
Lauderhill Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Lauderhill?
- Lauderhill, Florida has 151 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Lauderhill?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Lauderhill is 65.7%. The Florida state average is 86%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Lauderhill this year?
- 4 food establishments in Lauderhill have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Lauderhill?
- The most frequently cited violations in Lauderhill are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Outer openings protected.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Lauderhill?
- Dunkin has the most locations in Lauderhill with 3 establishments.
- How does Lauderhill compare to the Florida state average?
- Lauderhill has a pass rate of 65.7%, which is 20.3 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 5.2 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Lauderhill?
- Food establishments in Lauderhill have an average of 13.8 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Lauderhill been assessed?
- Food establishments in Lauderhill have been assessed $100,370 in fines across 199 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $531 and the largest single fine was $3,200.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Lauderhill restaurants?
- 59 fire safety violations have been documented across 27 food establishments in Lauderhill. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Lauderhill inspected?
- Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Lauderhill, Florida has 46 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 78 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Lauderhill?
- FDACS has issued 7 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Lauderhill. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.
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Lauderhill Restaurants & Food Establishments (148)
Minji's Cafe
7151 W OAKLAND PARK BLVD, Lauderhill
21 inspections · 82 violations · Last: Feb 2026Little Caesars Pizza
5953 W OAKLAND PARK BLVD, Lauderhill
16 inspections · 79 violations · Last: Aug 2025Cc Fortunes Sports Bar and Grill LLC
1451 NW 31 AVE STE C, Lauderhill
16 inspections · 70 violations · Last: Apr 2026Gabose Pocha
4933 N UNIVERSITY DR, Lauderhill
19 inspections · 68 violations · Last: Sep 2025Anchor's Fish and Chicken
6400 W COMMERCIAL BLVD STE B, Lauderhill
13 inspections · 67 violations · Last: Jan 2026Chipotle Mexican Grill #2487
5435 N UNIVERSITY DR, Lauderhill
27 inspections · 67 violations · Last: Dec 2025McDonalds #1476 Lauderhill
1140 N SR 7, Lauderhill
15 inspections · 63 violations · Last: Oct 2025Tasty G Spot
7547 W OAKLAND PARK BLVD, Lauderhill
15 inspections · 61 violations · Last: Jan 2026Sushi Sake Tamarac
5401 N UNIVERSITY DR STE 1, Lauderhill
18 inspections · 60 violations · Last: Jan 2026Caribbean Pot on Wheels Jerk Center
5240 N UNIVERSITY DR, Lauderhill
12 inspections · 59 violations · Last: Dec 2025Dunkin Donuts
7340 W COMMERCIAL BLVD, Lauderhill
16 inspections · 59 violations · Last: Oct 2025Carribbean S and B Restauts LLC
4122 NW 21 ST, Lauderhill
8 inspections · 57 violations · Last: Feb 2026Crafty Crab
1491 NW 40 AVE #9-12, Lauderhill
10 inspections · 57 violations · Last: Feb 2026Spj Lauderhill
5574 W OAKLAND PARK BLVD, Lauderhill
22 inspections · 53 violations · Last: Mar 2024Dunkin Pc#350546
1599 N SR 7, Lauderhill
17 inspections · 48 violations · Last: Oct 2025Dunkin Pc 310250
7125 W OAKLAND PARK BLVD, Lauderhill
13 inspections · 46 violations · Last: Aug 2025Renew at Raspitality - Smoothies, Salads, Cafe & Lounge
4497 N UNIVERSITY DR, Lauderhill
13 inspections · 40 violations · Last: Oct 2025Jersey Mike's
5413 N UNIVERSITY DR, Lauderhill
11 inspections · 40 violations · Last: Mar 2026Classic Billiards
4569 4573 N UNIVERSITY DR, Lauderhill
9 inspections · 39 violations · Last: Mar 20264am Lounge Bar and Grill
3974 NW 19 ST, Lauderhill
6 inspections · 37 violations · Last: Apr 2026