North Lauderdale — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

North Lauderdale Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

North Lauderdale Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

North Lauderdale Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

North Lauderdale Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

North Lauderdale Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

North Lauderdale Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. North Lauderdale has 28 FDACS-regulated facilities with 52 inspections on record and 1 stop-sale orders issued.

North Lauderdale FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

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North Lauderdale FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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North Lauderdale Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

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North Lauderdale: Notable Restaurants

North Lauderdale: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

North Lauderdale Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in North Lauderdale?

North Lauderdale, Florida has 62 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).

What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in North Lauderdale?

The current pass rate for food establishments in North Lauderdale is 71.7%. The Florida state average is 86.2%.

How many restaurants were shut down in North Lauderdale this year?

5 food establishments in North Lauderdale have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.

What are the most common health violations in North Lauderdale?

The most frequently cited violations in North Lauderdale are: Employee health reporting, Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces.

Which restaurant chain has the most locations in North Lauderdale?

McDonalds has the most locations in North Lauderdale with 2 establishments.

How does North Lauderdale compare to the Florida state average?

North Lauderdale has a pass rate of 71.7%, which is 14.5 percentage points below the state average of 86.2%. The average violations per inspection is 4.9 compared to the state average of 4.67.

How often are restaurants inspected in North Lauderdale?

Food establishments in North Lauderdale have an average of 15.7 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.

How much in fines have restaurants in North Lauderdale been assessed?

Food establishments in North Lauderdale have been assessed $29,220 in fines across 61 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $504 and the largest single fine was $1,880.

How many fire safety violations have been found in North Lauderdale restaurants?

35 fire safety violations have been documented across 19 food establishments in North Lauderdale. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.

Are grocery stores and retail food stores in North Lauderdale inspected?

Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. North Lauderdale, Florida has 28 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 52 inspections on record.

How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in North Lauderdale?

FDACS has issued 1 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in North Lauderdale, including 1 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

North Lauderdale Restaurants & Food Establishments (61)