Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC in Lauderhill
Last inspected:
5572 W Oakland Park Blvd, Lauderhill, FL 33313Lakay Mama Restaurant in Lauderhill has operated at its current location since 2016, previously under the name Thony Best Caribbean Restaurant from 2016-2018. The facility has accumulated 338 violations across 39 inspections, averaging 8.7 per visit, well above Broward County's average. It has been shut down 5 times for roach and rodent activity. Recent enforcement escalated in 2025, with an emergency order issued in January 2026 following daily inspections on consecutive days with repeated high-priority violations. The restaurant has faced 8 disciplinary actions totaling $3,460 in fines. Fire records document blocked exit paths, including paint obstructing the marked exit, cited under both the prior and current operator names.
Most recent closure: January 6, 2021 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC in Lauderhill: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
8.7
violations / inspection
8.7 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg
4.52
violations / inspection
4.52 county average
This Facility
5
emergency closures
5 closures
Broward County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC in Lauderhill: Emergency Closure History (5)
Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC in Lauderhill: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (8)
Total fines on record: $3,460.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025069733 | $160.00 | Aug 20, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2026001763 | $400.00 | Jan 6, 2026 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2021006547 | $300.00 | Jan 6, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2021001717 | $800.00 | Jan 7, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2020053493 | $400.00 | Nov 6, 2020 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2019004952 | $1,000.00 | Jan 28, 2019 | Panama City Beach | |
| 2--2017059946 | $400.00 | Dec 13, 2017 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2015002170 | — | Jan 13, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC in Lauderhill: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed a gallon of paint in front of the exit door. - From follow-up inspection 2018-10-10: **Time Extended**
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.
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed a gallon of paint in front of the exit door.
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.
Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC in Lauderhill: Full Inspection History — DBPR (39)
— 3 inspections26 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections31 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections30 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 7 inspections25 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 8 inspections32 violations · 17 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections26 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections30 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection14 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC in Lauderhill: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC in Lauderhill last inspected?
- Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC in Lauderhill was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 13, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- When was Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC in Lauderhill last shut down?
- Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC in Lauderhill was last shut down on January 6, 2021 for roach & rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC in Lauderhill?
- The most frequently cited violations at Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC in Lauderhill are: Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected, Waste properly disposed.
- How many health inspections has Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC in Lauderhill had?
- Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC in Lauderhill has had 39 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC in Lauderhill find?
- Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC in Lauderhill was most recently inspected on January 13, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC in Lauderhill ever been shut down?
- Yes, Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC in Lauderhill has been emergency-closed 5 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
- Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V27 (Correct procedures) mean?
- Violation 27 (Correct procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/27.
- Has Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC in Lauderhill had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC in Lauderhill has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC in Lauderhill faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC in Lauderhill has 8 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $3,460.00 in fines.
- How much has Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC in Lauderhill been fined?
- Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC in Lauderhill has been fined a total of $3,460.00 across 8 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Lakay Mama Restaurant LLC in Lauderhill operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Thony Best Caribbean Restaurant (2018-2018).
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