North Lauderdale — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

North Lauderdale, Florida has 71 food establishments with 974 inspections on record. 4 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 71.7%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 4.8 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $1,200 assessed to Bistro Creole Restaurant INC in North Lauderdale on February 23, 2026.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

71Facilities
974Total Inspections
4Closures 2026
71.7%Pass Rate
4.8Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Taqueria El Jovenazo 37 246 5
Express Caraibbean Restaurant 33 266 4
Big Bang Pizzeria 30 125 3
Will's Cafe Creole Restaurant INC 38 303 2
Asb Piman Restaurant INC 34 206 2

North Lauderdale Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

North Lauderdale 71.7% Pass Rate 71.7%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
North Lauderdale 4.8 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.8
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
North Lauderdale 5.63 Closures per 100 Facilities 5.63
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

North Lauderdale Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Burger King 1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Kfc 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

North Lauderdale Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

North Lauderdale Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

76Actions on Record
$38,810Total Fines
$532Avg Fine
$1,880Largest Fine
26Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Feb 23, 2026 Bistro Creole Restaurant INC $1,200 2--2025069409
Sep 10, 2025 Mr and Mrs Crab North Lauderdale INC $1,100 2--2025058986
Mar 5, 2026 Le Gout Des Caraibes $1,000 2--2025080471
Jul 16, 2025 Express Caraibbean Restaurant $800 2--2025044563
Mar 17, 2026 Bistro Creole Restaurant INC $800 2--2025078690
Feb 9, 2026 El Rancho Bakery and Restaurant $560 2--2025071785
Oct 2, 2025 Taqueria El Jovenazo $400 2--2025067817
Oct 13, 2025 Asb Piman Restaurant INC $400 2--2025057907
Oct 23, 2025 Deluxe #2 Restaurant & Grill LLC $400 2--2025027776
Sep 17, 2025 El Rinconcito Salvadoreno $200 2--2025063123

North Lauderdale Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

35Fire Violations
19Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Exit blocked or locked 33
Fire extinguisher in red zone 1
Other fire safety violation 1

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 27 FDACS-regulated facilities with 51 inspections on record and 1 stop-sale orders issued.

27Retail Facilities
51FDACS Inspections
1Stop-Sale Orders
1Orders in 2026

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.

DateFacilityProductReason
Smokin-on-mcnab-393810 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Certificate of Analysis

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North Lauderdale FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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North Lauderdale Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Family Dollar 1 316 950
Wawa 1 14 430
Key Food 1 37 211

All Florida retail food chains →

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North Lauderdale: Notable Restaurants

North Lauderdale: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
McDonalds 2 68 0
Burger King 1 28 0
Kfc 1 60 0
Subway 1 38 0
Huey Magoos 1 37 0
Sarku Japan 1 67 0
Dunkin 1 61 0
Pollo Tropical 1 90 0
Wendys 1 62 1
Dominos 1 18 0

North Lauderdale Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in North Lauderdale?
North Lauderdale, Florida has 71 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%.
How many restaurants were shut down in North Lauderdale this year?
4 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 14.3 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 4.8 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 13.7 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 $38,810 in fines across 76 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $532 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 27 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 51 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.

In the News North Lauderdale

North Lauderdale Restaurants & Food Establishments (70)

Taqueria El Jovenazo 5 closures

7130 KIMBERLY BLVD, North Lauderdale

37 inspections · 246 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Express Caraibbean Restaurant 4 closures

1401 S STATE RD 7 STE A3, North Lauderdale

33 inspections · 266 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Big Bang Pizzeria 3 closures

977 SW 71 AVE, North Lauderdale

30 inspections · 125 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Will's Cafe Creole Restaurant INC 2 closures

5460 N SR 7 STE 104, North Lauderdale

38 inspections · 303 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Asb Piman Restaurant INC 2 closures

6025 KIMBERLY BLVD, North Lauderdale

34 inspections · 206 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Bistro Creole Restaurant INC 1 closure

7316 SOUTHGATE BLVD, North Lauderdale

31 inspections · 261 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Wings Express 1 closure

8154 W MCNAB ROAD, North Lauderdale

34 inspections · 248 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Deluxe #2 Restaurant & Grill LLC 1 closure

996 - 998 SW 81 AVE, North Lauderdale

35 inspections · 231 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Hook's Fish and Chicken 2 1 closure

8006 W MACNAB RD, North Lauderdale

29 inspections · 182 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Flaming Dragon 1 closure

979 SW 71 AVE, North Lauderdale

23 inspections · 177 violations · Last: Aug 2025

Wendy's 1 closure

7115 W MCNAB RD, North Lauderdale

29 inspections · 62 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Taco Bell # 139 1 closure

7120 W MCNAB RD, North Lauderdale

22 inspections · 51 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Le Gout Des Caraibes 1 closure

1639 S SR 7, North Lauderdale

9 inspections · 48 violations · Last: Feb 2026

El Rancho Bakery and Restaurant

6023 KIMBERLY BLVD, North Lauderdale

31 inspections · 344 violations · Last: Mar 2026

China Wok of Shi

7234 W MCNAB RD, North Lauderdale

29 inspections · 227 violations · Last: Jan 2026

El Rinconcito Salvadoreno

8029 KIMBERLY BLVD, North Lauderdale

35 inspections · 224 violations · Last: Feb 2026

China Chef

1323 S STATE RD 7, North Lauderdale

25 inspections · 181 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Dutch Pot Jamaican Restaurant #2

6029 KIMBERLY BLVD, North Lauderdale

35 inspections · 180 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Yaad Proper Corp

8032 W MCNAB RD, North Lauderdale

32 inspections · 168 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Player's Sportsbar

5280 N SR 7, North Lauderdale

27 inspections · 158 violations · Last: Feb 2026