Taco Masala in Lauderhill
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5415 N University Dr, Lauderhill, FL 33351Taco Masala in Lauderhill has been emergency-closed twice, including for fly activity on December 7, 2022 and roach activity on May 19, 2015. Across 22 inspections dating to 2015, the facility accumulated 155 violations, averaging 7.0 per inspection — significantly above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent, including employee health reporting cited in six of the last eight inspections, shell stock requirements in four of five recent inspections, and hand washing violations across multiple years. The facility has also incurred five disciplinary actions totaling $2,200 in fines. The most recent inspection on January 14, 2026 documented 27 violations (1 high-priority, 4 intermediate, 6 basic) with an administrative complaint recommended, indicating ongoing compliance issues serious enough to warrant potential formal enforcement proceedings.
Most recent closure: December 7, 2022 for fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Taco Masala in Lauderhill: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Taco Masala in Lauderhill: Emergency Closure History (2)
Taco Masala in Lauderhill: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (6)
Total fines on record: $3,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024072176 | $600.00 | Oct 16, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2024040581 | $400.00 | Jun 27, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2022059283 | $800.00 | Dec 8, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2021033173 | $200.00 | Jun 28, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2015055597 | $200.00 | Oct 30, 2015 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2015022928 | $800.00 | May 19, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Taco Masala in Lauderhill: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-01-4 · Warning Issued
Taco Masala in Lauderhill: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections38 violations · 25 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Taco Masala in Lauderhill: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Taco Masala in Lauderhill last inspected?
- Taco Masala in Lauderhill was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 14, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Taco Masala in Lauderhill last shut down?
- Taco Masala in Lauderhill was last shut down on December 7, 2022 for fly 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 Taco Masala in Lauderhill?
- The most frequently cited violations at Taco Masala in Lauderhill are: Shell stock requirements, Employee health policy, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Taco Masala in Lauderhill had?
- Taco Masala in Lauderhill has had 22 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 Taco Masala in Lauderhill find?
- Taco Masala in Lauderhill was most recently inspected on January 14, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Taco Masala in Lauderhill ever been shut down?
- Yes, Taco Masala in Lauderhill has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 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.
- Has Taco Masala in Lauderhill had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Taco Masala in Lauderhill has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Taco Masala in Lauderhill faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Taco Masala in Lauderhill has 6 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $3,000.00 in fines.
- How much has Taco Masala in Lauderhill been fined?
- Taco Masala in Lauderhill has been fined a total of $3,000.00 across 6 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Taco Masala in Lauderhill operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Chicken Kitchen (2015).
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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).
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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