When was Tropical Leaf in Margate last inspected?

Tropical Leaf in Margate was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 11, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

What are the most common violations at Tropical Leaf in Margate?

The most frequently cited violations at Tropical Leaf in Margate are: Proper hand/arm washing, Adequate lighting, Clean multi-use utensils.

How many health inspections has Tropical Leaf in Margate had?

Tropical Leaf in Margate has had 4 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Tropical Leaf in Margate find?

Tropical Leaf in Margate was most recently inspected on March 11, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Has Tropical Leaf in Margate ever been shut down?

No, Tropical Leaf 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 V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?

Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.

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.

Tropical Leaf in Margate

Last inspected: March 11, 2026

2501 N State Rd 7, Margate, FL 33063

Broward County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: 1st Impression Beauty INC
DBPR License: SEA1626342

Overview

Tropical Leaf in Margate has had 4 inspections on record between August 2025 and March 2026, with a combined 16 violations and no emergency closures. The facility averaged 4 violations per inspection, below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations included employee health policy violations cited in multiple inspections, shell stock requirements, proper cooking temperatures, handwashing procedures, and time as a control for food safety. A November 2025 routine inspection resulted in a Warning Issued disposition after 15 violations were identified. The most recent inspection on March 11, 2026 documented 27 violations including recurring employee health policy and handwashing violations, though the disposition was Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

4Inspections

16Violations

0Closures

Last inspected DBPR: March 11, 2026

Tropical Leaf in Margate: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 4 violations / inspection 4 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

Tropical Leaf in Margate: Full Inspection History — DBPR (4)

2026 — 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority

Mar 11, 2026 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 6, 2026 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

2025 — 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority

Nov 4, 2025 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 28, 2025 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Tropical Leaf in Margate: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tropical Leaf in Margate last inspected?: Tropical Leaf in Margate was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 11, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Tropical Leaf in Margate?: The most frequently cited violations at Tropical Leaf in Margate are: Proper hand/arm washing, Adequate lighting, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has Tropical Leaf in Margate had?: Tropical Leaf in Margate has had 4 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Tropical Leaf in Margate find?: Tropical Leaf in Margate was most recently inspected on March 11, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Tropical Leaf in Margate ever been shut down?: No, Tropical Leaf 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 V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?: Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
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.