Flaming Dragon in North Lauderdale

Last inspected:

979 Sw 71 Ave, North Lauderdale, FL 33068
Overview

Flaming Dragon, a 10-seat permanent food service establishment in North Lauderdale, has averaged 7.7 violations per inspection across 23 inspections since 2016—nearly 50% higher than the statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed once on January 28, 2021 for roach and rodent activity. High-priority violations have been endemic throughout the record, with hand washing violations cited in 11 of the 23 inspections, food contact surface violations in 8 inspections, toxic substance control violations in 4 inspections, and employee health policy violations in 5 inspections. A disciplinary action resulted in a $400 fine. The most recent inspection on August 20, 2025 documented 15 violations including three high-priority findings for proper hand washing, toxic substance control, and food contact surfaces, and was completed with no further action.

Most recent closure: January 28, 2021 for roach & rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
177Violations
1Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Flaming Dragon in North Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 7.7 violations / inspection 7.7 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

Flaming Dragon in North Lauderdale: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Flaming Dragon in North Lauderdale
DateReasonReopened
Roach & rodent activity 16:04:00

Flaming Dragon in North Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Flaming Dragon in North Lauderdale
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2021004902 $400.00 Jan 28, 2021 Tampa

Flaming Dragon in North Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 2 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (13 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— 4 inspections23 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections12 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

Flaming Dragon in North Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Flaming Dragon in North Lauderdale last inspected?
Flaming Dragon in North Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 20, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Flaming Dragon in North Lauderdale last shut down?
Flaming Dragon in North Lauderdale was last shut down on January 28, 2021 for roach & 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 Flaming Dragon in North Lauderdale?
The most frequently cited violations at Flaming Dragon in North Lauderdale are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Approved food source.
How many health inspections has Flaming Dragon in North Lauderdale had?
Flaming Dragon in North Lauderdale has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Flaming Dragon in North Lauderdale find?
Flaming Dragon in North Lauderdale was most recently inspected on August 20, 2025 with 7 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Flaming Dragon in North Lauderdale ever been shut down?
Yes, Flaming Dragon in North Lauderdale has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
Has Flaming Dragon in North Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Flaming Dragon in North Lauderdale has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Flaming Dragon in North Lauderdale been fined?
Flaming Dragon in North Lauderdale has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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