Artibonite Caribean Restaurant in Margate
Last inspected:
7824 W Sample Rd, Margate, FL 33065Artibonite Caribbean Restaurant in Margate has accumulated 304 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 10.1 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. Fire safety records document six violations, including repeated citations for blocked exits that persisted across multiple inspection cycles in 2016 and 2018. The restaurant has faced four disciplinary actions totaling $2,480 in fines, with the largest penalty reaching $1,000.
Most recent closure: April 22, 2019 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Artibonite Caribean Restaurant in Margate: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
10.1
violations / inspection
10.1 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg
4.52
violations / inspection
4.52 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Broward County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Artibonite Caribean Restaurant in Margate: Emergency Closure History (1)
Artibonite Caribean Restaurant in Margate: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $2,480.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024052582 | $440.00 | Aug 7, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2024025554 | $1,000.00 | Apr 11, 2024 | Tampa | |
| 2--2023042263 | $640.00 | Jul 19, 2023 | Orlando | |
| 2--2019021562 | $400.00 | Apr 24, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale |
Artibonite Caribean Restaurant in Margate: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 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. Blocked by 3 large containers.
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.
— 3 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2016-09-13: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection on 2016-09-14: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection on 2016-09-17: **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 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2016-09-13: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection on 2016-09-14: **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.
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.
Artibonite Caribean Restaurant in Margate: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections42 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections24 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections33 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections35 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections27 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Artibonite Caribean Restaurant in Margate: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Artibonite Caribean Restaurant in Margate last inspected?
- Artibonite Caribean Restaurant in Margate was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 5, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- When was Artibonite Caribean Restaurant in Margate last shut down?
- Artibonite Caribean Restaurant in Margate was last shut down on April 22, 2019 for roach 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 Artibonite Caribean Restaurant in Margate?
- The most frequently cited violations at Artibonite Caribean Restaurant in Margate are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Artibonite Caribean Restaurant in Margate had?
- Artibonite Caribean Restaurant in Margate has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Artibonite Caribean Restaurant in Margate find?
- Artibonite Caribean Restaurant in Margate was most recently inspected on February 5, 2026 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has Artibonite Caribean Restaurant in Margate ever been shut down?
- Yes, Artibonite Caribean Restaurant in Margate has been emergency-closed 1 time 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 V38 (Waste properly disposed) mean?
- Violation 38 (Waste properly disposed) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/38.
- Has Artibonite Caribean Restaurant in Margate had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Artibonite Caribean Restaurant in Margate has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Artibonite Caribean Restaurant in Margate faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Artibonite Caribean Restaurant in Margate has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,480.00 in fines.
- How much has Artibonite Caribean Restaurant in Margate been fined?
- Artibonite Caribean Restaurant in Margate has been fined a total of $2,480.00 across 4 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).
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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