Sterling Event Hall in Oakland Park
Last inspected:
4900 Powerline Rd, Oakland Park, FL 33309Sterling Event Hall in Oakland Park has averaged 6.9 violations per inspection across 21 inspections since February 2022, slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed on August 16, 2023 for roach and rodent activity. Handwashing procedure violations have been cited in at least five of the most recent six inspections, along with recurring violations for improper food contact surface conditions and inadequate cooking temperatures. A disciplinary action resulted in a $400 fine. Fire safety violations documenting missing boiler inspection certificates were cited in three consecutive inspections from May through November 2025. The most recent inspection on November 14, 2025 was completed with no further action required, documenting 33 violations including seven intermediate-priority findings across handwashing, food contact surfaces, cooking temperatures, and chemical storage.
Most recent closure: August 16, 2023 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sterling Event Hall in Oakland Park: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
6.9
violations / inspection
6.9 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
Sterling Event Hall in Oakland Park: Emergency Closure History (1)
Sterling Event Hall in Oakland Park: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023047099 | $400.00 | Aug 16, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale |
Sterling Event Hall in Oakland Park: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (8)
— 4 fire violations
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (10) Heating and ventilation - The heating and ventilation system shall be kept in good repair or be installed to maintain a minimum of 68 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the building. The insurance inspectors boiler report is required annually for power boilers and high pressure/high temperature boilers and biannually for low pressure steam or vapor heating boilers and shall be posted in the boiler room. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (10) Heating and ventilation - The heating and ventilation system shall be kept in good repair or be installed to maintain a minimum of 68 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the building. The insurance inspectors boiler report is required annually for power boilers and high pressure/high temperature boilers and biannually for low pressure steam or vapor heating boilers and shall be posted in the boiler room. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (10) Heating and ventilation - The heating and ventilation system shall be kept in good repair or be installed to maintain a minimum of 68 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the building. The insurance inspectors boiler report is required annually for power boilers and high pressure/high temperature boilers and biannually for low pressure steam or vapor heating boilers and shall be posted in the boiler room. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (10) Heating and ventilation - The heating and ventilation system shall be kept in good repair or be installed to maintain a minimum of 68 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the building. The insurance inspectors boiler report is required annually for power boilers and high pressure/high temperature boilers and biannually for low pressure steam or vapor heating boilers and shall be posted in the boiler room. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-01-5 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed no boiler certification.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (10) Heating and ventilation - The heating and ventilation system shall be kept in good repair or be installed to maintain a minimum of 68 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the building. The insurance inspectors boiler report is required annually for power boilers and high pressure/high temperature boilers and biannually for low pressure steam or vapor heating boilers and shall be posted in the boiler room. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-01-5 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. No broiler report or certificate.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (10) Heating and ventilation - The heating and ventilation system shall be kept in good repair or be installed to maintain a minimum of 68 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the building. The insurance inspectors boiler report is required annually for power boilers and high pressure/high temperature boilers and biannually for low pressure steam or vapor heating boilers and shall be posted in the boiler room. For reporting purposes only.
— 2 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 48-01-5 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (9) Heating and ventilation - The heating and ventilation system shall be kept in good repair or be installed to maintain a minimum of 68 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the building. The insurance inspector¿s boiler report is required annually for power boilers and high pressure/high temperature boilers and biannually for low pressure steam or vapor heating boilers and shall be posted in the boiler room. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 48-01-5 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (9) Heating and ventilation - The heating and ventilation system shall be kept in good repair or be installed to maintain a minimum of 68 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the building. The insurance inspector¿s boiler report is required annually for power boilers and high pressure/high temperature boilers and biannually for low pressure steam or vapor heating boilers and shall be posted in the boiler room. For reporting purposes only.
Sterling Event Hall in Oakland Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 4 inspections30 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Sterling Event Hall in Oakland Park: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sterling Event Hall in Oakland Park last inspected?
- Sterling Event Hall in Oakland Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 14, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Sterling Event Hall in Oakland Park last shut down?
- Sterling Event Hall in Oakland Park was last shut down on August 16, 2023 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 Sterling Event Hall in Oakland Park?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sterling Event Hall in Oakland Park are: Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces, Food storage.
- How many health inspections has Sterling Event Hall in Oakland Park had?
- Sterling Event Hall in Oakland Park has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sterling Event Hall in Oakland Park find?
- Sterling Event Hall in Oakland Park was most recently inspected on November 14, 2025 with 17 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sterling Event Hall in Oakland Park ever been shut down?
- Yes, Sterling Event Hall in Oakland Park has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 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 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.
- Has Sterling Event Hall in Oakland Park had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Sterling Event Hall in Oakland Park has 8 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Sterling Event Hall in Oakland Park faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sterling Event Hall in Oakland Park has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Sterling Event Hall in Oakland Park been fined?
- Sterling Event Hall in Oakland Park has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Sterling Event Hall in Oakland Park operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Crisp Eatery and Bar (2019-2019), 4900 Powerline (2023-2025).
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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).
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