Kouyou Buffet in Margate
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8000 W Sample Road, Margate, FL 33065Kouyou Buffet in Margate has a troubling compliance history marked by repeated high-priority violations across handwashing, employee health reporting, shell stock handling, and proper cooking temperatures. Over 23 inspections since 2016, the facility accumulated 190 total violations, averaging 8.3 per inspection—more than 1.5 times the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations appeared in at least 8 of the last 8 inspections, indicating systemic management failures rather than isolated lapses. Hand washing and employee health policy violations recurred in every inspection from July 2024 through February 2026. A single disciplinary action resulted in a $200 fine. Despite this pattern, the facility has never been emergency-closed and most inspections resulted in "No Further Action" dispositions, though one inspection on November 22, 2024 resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation. The most recent inspection on February 19, 2026 documented 15 violations including high-priority findings in employee health reporting, toxic substance control, and proper cooking temperatures, and was marked "Inspection Completed - No Further Action."
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Kouyou Buffet in Margate: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Kouyou Buffet in Margate: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025007920 | $200.00 | Nov 22, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Kouyou Buffet in Margate: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 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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— 6 inspections50 violations · 37 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections25 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections24 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Kouyou Buffet in Margate: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Kouyou Buffet in Margate last inspected?
- Kouyou Buffet in Margate was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 19, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Kouyou Buffet in Margate?
- The most frequently cited violations at Kouyou Buffet in Margate are: Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Kouyou Buffet in Margate had?
- Kouyou Buffet in Margate has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Kouyou Buffet in Margate find?
- Kouyou Buffet in Margate was most recently inspected on February 19, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Kouyou Buffet in Margate ever been shut down?
- No, Kouyou Buffet in Margate has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
- Has Kouyou Buffet in Margate faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Kouyou Buffet in Margate has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Kouyou Buffet in Margate been fined?
- Kouyou Buffet in Margate has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 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.
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