Tio Sam Food Co in Oakland Park

Last inspected:

3488 N Andrews Ave, Oakland Park, FL 33309
Overview

Tio Sam Food Co in Oakland Park has compiled a concerning pattern of escalating violations across 19 inspections dating to 2021, averaging 2.5 violations per inspection. The facility has faced one disciplinary action totaling $160 in fines. High-priority violations appear repeatedly across the record, including handwashing procedures (cited in at least 3 inspections), allergen awareness (cited in at least 4 inspections), proper cooking temperatures (cited in 3 inspections), and employee health reporting (cited in 2 inspections). The most recent inspection on November 12, 2025 documented 3 violations and resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation. A prior inspection on September 10, 2025 was more severe, citing 21 violations including multiple high-priority findings for handwashing procedures, allergen awareness, food contact surfaces, and proper hand and arm washing, and resulted in a warning being issued. An October 2024 inspection cited high-priority violations for management awareness, employee health reporting, and proper cooking temperatures. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

19Inspections
47Violations
0Closures
$160in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Tio Sam Food Co in Oakland Park: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 2.5 violations / inspection 2.5 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg 4.52 violations / inspection 4.52 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Broward County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Tio Sam Food Co in Oakland Park: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $160.00

Disciplinary action history for Tio Sam Food Co in Oakland Park
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2026004708 $160.00 Nov 12, 2025 Miami (Doral)

Tio Sam Food Co in Oakland Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)

— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

Tio Sam Food Co in Oakland Park: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tio Sam Food Co in Oakland Park last inspected?
Tio Sam Food Co in Oakland Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 12, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
What are the most common violations at Tio Sam Food Co in Oakland Park?
The most frequently cited violations at Tio Sam Food Co in Oakland Park are: Outer openings protected, Proper cooking temps, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has Tio Sam Food Co in Oakland Park had?
Tio Sam Food Co in Oakland Park has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Tio Sam Food Co in Oakland Park find?
Tio Sam Food Co in Oakland Park was most recently inspected on November 12, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
Has Tio Sam Food Co in Oakland Park ever been shut down?
No, Tio Sam Food Co in Oakland Park has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
Has Tio Sam Food Co in Oakland Park faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Tio Sam Food Co in Oakland Park has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
How much has Tio Sam Food Co in Oakland Park been fined?
Tio Sam Food Co in Oakland Park has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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