Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Lauderhill
Last inspected:
4200 Nw 12 St, Lauderhill, FL 33313Donna's Caribbean Restaurant in Lauderhill has accumulated 229 violations across 33 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.9 per visit. The facility was cited three times for blocked exits, with the main kitchen exit door blocked by a trash can in 2021. In September 2021, inspectors recommended an emergency order after finding 23 violations in a single visit. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines, with recurring violations centered on single-use items, hand washing, and employee health reporting.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Lauderhill: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
6.9
violations / inspection
6.9 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
Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Lauderhill: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024009577 | $200.00 | Jan 29, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2021043051 | $400.00 | Sep 14, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale |
Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Lauderhill: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Main kitchen exit door at cook line- observed exit door being blocked by trash can. Operator removed trash can. **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Lauderhill: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)
— 2 inspections13 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections32 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 19 violations (11 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections19 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections41 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Lauderhill: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Lauderhill last inspected?
- Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Lauderhill was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 16, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Lauderhill?
- The most frequently cited violations at Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Lauderhill are: Single-use items, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Lauderhill had?
- Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Lauderhill has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Lauderhill find?
- Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Lauderhill was most recently inspected on March 16, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Lauderhill ever been shut down?
- No, Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Lauderhill has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?
- Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
- Has Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Lauderhill had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Lauderhill has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Lauderhill faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Lauderhill has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Lauderhill been fined?
- Donnas Caribbean Restaurant in Lauderhill has been fined a total of $600.00 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).
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