Bistro Creole Restaurant INC in North Lauderdale
Last inspected:
7316 Southgate Blvd, North Lauderdale, FL 33068Bistro Creole Restaurant in North Lauderdale has accumulated 261 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.4 per visit. The facility was shut down in October 2025 for roach activity after inspectors documented 19 violations including six high-priority citations. The restaurant has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $1,200 fine. Recurring violations center on ventilation, single-use item handling, and employee health reporting.
Most recent closure: October 27, 2025 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Bistro Creole Restaurant INC in North Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
8.4
violations / inspection
8.4 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg
4.52
violations / inspection
4.52 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Broward County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Bistro Creole Restaurant INC in North Lauderdale: Emergency Closure History (1)
Bistro Creole Restaurant INC in North Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $2,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025078690 | $800.00 | Oct 27, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2025069409 | $1,200.00 | Aug 19, 2025 | Tampa |
Bistro Creole Restaurant INC in North Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 5 inspections29 violations · 21 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections22 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections35 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Bistro Creole Restaurant INC in North Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Bistro Creole Restaurant INC in North Lauderdale last inspected?
- Bistro Creole Restaurant INC in North Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 28, 2025. The result was: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
- When was Bistro Creole Restaurant INC in North Lauderdale last shut down?
- Bistro Creole Restaurant INC in North Lauderdale was last shut down on October 27, 2025 for roach 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 Bistro Creole Restaurant INC in North Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at Bistro Creole Restaurant INC in North Lauderdale are: Proper ventilation, Single-use items, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Bistro Creole Restaurant INC in North Lauderdale had?
- Bistro Creole Restaurant INC in North Lauderdale has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Bistro Creole Restaurant INC in North Lauderdale find?
- Bistro Creole Restaurant INC in North Lauderdale was most recently inspected on October 28, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
- Has Bistro Creole Restaurant INC in North Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- Yes, Bistro Creole Restaurant INC in North Lauderdale has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Bistro Creole Restaurant INC in North Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Bistro Creole Restaurant INC in North Lauderdale has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,000.00 in fines.
- How much has Bistro Creole Restaurant INC in North Lauderdale been fined?
- Bistro Creole Restaurant INC in North Lauderdale has been fined a total of $2,000.00 across 2 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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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