Matka Indian Cuisine in Margate
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7462 Royal Palm Blvd, Margate, FL 33063Pho Steak Bowl in Margate has accumulated 116 violations across 24 inspections, averaging 4.8 violations per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility experienced one emergency closure on July 3, 2018 for rodent activity and received a formal disciplinary action resulting in $400 in fines. High-priority violations have been a persistent concern, particularly improper hand and arm washing (cited in 6 of the last 7 inspections), employee health reporting (4 of the last 7 inspections), and food contact surface violations (4 of the last 7 inspections). A warning was issued on October 16, 2023 after an inspection found 11 violations including improper cooking temperatures, shell stock violations, and approved food source issues. The most recent inspection on January 28, 2026 documented 15 violations including two high-priority hand washing and food contact surface violations, with the inspection completed and no further action required.
Most recent closure: July 3, 2018 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Matka Indian Cuisine in Margate: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Matka Indian Cuisine in Margate: Emergency Closure History (1)
Matka Indian Cuisine in Margate: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2018035752 | $400.00 | Jul 5, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale |
Matka Indian Cuisine in Margate: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 3 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 10 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 (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 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
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections24 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Matka Indian Cuisine in Margate: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Matka Indian Cuisine in Margate last inspected?
- Matka Indian Cuisine in Margate was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 10, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Matka Indian Cuisine in Margate last shut down?
- Matka Indian Cuisine in Margate was last shut down on July 3, 2018 for rodent 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 Matka Indian Cuisine in Margate?
- The most frequently cited violations at Matka Indian Cuisine in Margate are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Matka Indian Cuisine in Margate had?
- Matka Indian Cuisine in Margate has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Matka Indian Cuisine in Margate find?
- Matka Indian Cuisine in Margate was most recently inspected on September 10, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Matka Indian Cuisine in Margate ever been shut down?
- Yes, Matka Indian Cuisine in Margate has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 Matka Indian Cuisine in Margate faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Matka Indian Cuisine in Margate has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Matka Indian Cuisine in Margate been fined?
- Matka Indian Cuisine in Margate has been fined a total of $400.00 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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