Donnas Caribbean Restaurant & Bakery in Margate
Last inspected:
3213 N Sr 7, Margate, FL 33063Donna's Caribbean Restaurant and Bakery in Margate has accumulated 204 violations across 37 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.5 per visit. The facility has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $3,460 in fines, with the largest penalty at $2,400. Most violations center on employee health reporting, utensil sanitation, and food contact surface maintenance. Recent inspections show consistent compliance after a warning in October 2024, followed by a callback inspection in December 2024.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Donnas Caribbean Restaurant & Bakery in Margate: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
5.5
violations / inspection
5.5 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 & Bakery in Margate: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $3,460.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2019003463 | $2,400.00 | Jan 9, 2019 | Orlando | |
| 2--2018056354 | $700.00 | Oct 24, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2018036157 | $360.00 | Jun 14, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale |
Donnas Caribbean Restaurant & Bakery in Margate: Full Inspection History — DBPR (37)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 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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— 6 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 9 inspections33 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 4 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Donnas Caribbean Restaurant & Bakery in Margate: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Donnas Caribbean Restaurant & Bakery in Margate last inspected?
- Donnas Caribbean Restaurant & Bakery in Margate was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Donnas Caribbean Restaurant & Bakery in Margate?
- The most frequently cited violations at Donnas Caribbean Restaurant & Bakery in Margate are: Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Donnas Caribbean Restaurant & Bakery in Margate had?
- Donnas Caribbean Restaurant & Bakery in Margate has had 37 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Donnas Caribbean Restaurant & Bakery in Margate find?
- Donnas Caribbean Restaurant & Bakery in Margate was most recently inspected on February 5, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Donnas Caribbean Restaurant & Bakery in Margate ever been shut down?
- No, Donnas Caribbean Restaurant & Bakery in Margate has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- Has Donnas Caribbean Restaurant & Bakery in Margate faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Donnas Caribbean Restaurant & Bakery in Margate has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $3,460.00 in fines.
- How much has Donnas Caribbean Restaurant & Bakery in Margate been fined?
- Donnas Caribbean Restaurant & Bakery in Margate has been fined a total of $3,460.00 across 3 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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