Lucky City in Margate

Last inspected:

5574 W Sample Rd, Margate, FL 33073
Overview

Lucky City in Margate has accumulated 155 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.5 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach activity. Inspectors issued a warning in March 2023 and recommended an emergency order in August 2023 after finding 11 violations including four high-priority items. The most frequently cited violations involve proper ventilation, hand and arm washing procedures, and food contact surfaces.

Most recent closure: August 3, 2023 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

28Inspections
155Violations
2Closures
$1,000in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Lucky City 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 2 emergency closures 2 closures
Broward County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Lucky City in Margate: Emergency Closure History (2)

Emergency closure history for Lucky City in Margate
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 09:22:00
Roach activity 10:28:00

Lucky City in Margate: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $1,000.00

Disciplinary action history for Lucky City in Margate
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2023044094 $400.00 Aug 4, 2023 Fort Lauderdale
2--2018050302 $200.00 Sep 17, 2018 Miami (Doral)
2--2015034312 $400.00 Jul 29, 2015 Miami (Doral)

Lucky City in Margate: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)

— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections18 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 6 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 4 inspections21 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Lucky City in Margate: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lucky City in Margate last inspected?
Lucky City in Margate was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Lucky City in Margate last shut down?
Lucky City in Margate was last shut down on August 3, 2023 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 Lucky City in Margate?
The most frequently cited violations at Lucky City in Margate are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Lucky City in Margate had?
Lucky City in Margate has had 28 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 Lucky City in Margate find?
Lucky City in Margate was most recently inspected on February 5, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Lucky City in Margate ever been shut down?
Yes, Lucky City in Margate has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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 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.
Has Lucky City in Margate faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Lucky City in Margate has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
How much has Lucky City in Margate been fined?
Lucky City in Margate has been fined a total of $1,000.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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