Spankys Cheesesteak Factory in Margate

Last inspected:

309 N Sr 7, Margate, FL 33063
Overview

Spankys Cheesesteak Factory in Margate has accumulated 250 violations across 43 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.8 per visit. The facility was shut down four times for rodent and roach activity. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines. Food contact surfaces, proper ventilation, and single-use items represent the top recurring violations.

Most recent closure: April 5, 2021 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

43Inspections
250Violations
4Closures
$1,200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Spankys Cheesesteak Factory in Margate: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 5.8 violations / inspection 5.8 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg 4.52 violations / inspection 4.52 county average
This Facility 4 emergency closures 4 closures
Broward County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Spankys Cheesesteak Factory in Margate: Emergency Closure History (4)

Emergency closure history for Spankys Cheesesteak Factory in Margate
DateReasonReopened
Rodent activity 08:42:00
Roach activity 10:10:00
Roach & rodent activity 16:22:00
Rodent activity 10:47:00

Spankys Cheesesteak Factory in Margate: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $1,200.00

Disciplinary action history for Spankys Cheesesteak Factory in Margate
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2021016686 $400.00 Apr 12, 2021 Miami (Doral)
2--2017010078 $400.00 Feb 23, 2017 Fort Lauderdale
2--2017006612 $400.00 Feb 7, 2017 Miami (Doral)

Spankys Cheesesteak Factory in Margate: Full Inspection History — DBPR (43)

— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 6 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections21 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 7 inspections44 violations · 28 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 12 inspections60 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Spankys Cheesesteak Factory in Margate: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Spankys Cheesesteak Factory in Margate last inspected?
Spankys Cheesesteak Factory in Margate was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 18, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was Spankys Cheesesteak Factory in Margate last shut down?
Spankys Cheesesteak Factory in Margate was last shut down on April 5, 2021 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 Spankys Cheesesteak Factory in Margate?
The most frequently cited violations at Spankys Cheesesteak Factory in Margate are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Single-use items.
How many health inspections has Spankys Cheesesteak Factory in Margate had?
Spankys Cheesesteak Factory in Margate has had 43 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Spankys Cheesesteak Factory in Margate find?
Spankys Cheesesteak Factory in Margate was most recently inspected on March 18, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Spankys Cheesesteak Factory in Margate ever been shut down?
Yes, Spankys Cheesesteak Factory in Margate has been emergency-closed 4 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
Has Spankys Cheesesteak Factory in Margate faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Spankys Cheesesteak Factory in Margate has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
How much has Spankys Cheesesteak Factory in Margate been fined?
Spankys Cheesesteak Factory in Margate has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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