Pompano Beach — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Pompano Beach, Florida has 411 food establishments with 5,796 inspections on record. 6 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 81%, below the state average of 86.2%. Inspections average 4.5 violations per visit.

Most recent closure: Bojos Seafood Kitchen in Pompano Beach, shut down February 11, 2026 for roach activity.

Largest fine: $880 assessed to Pompano Pizza in Pompano Beach on October 14, 2025.

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

411Facilities
5,796Inspections
6Closures 2026
81%Pass Rate
4.5Avg Violations
206FDACS Retail
331Stop-Sale Orders

Pompano Beach Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Pompano Beach 81% Pass Rate 81%
Florida Average 86.2% Pass Rate 86.2%
Pompano Beach 4.5 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.5
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Pompano Beach 1.46 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.46
Florida Average 1.46 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.46

Pompano Beach Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)

DateBusinessReason
Bojos Seafood Kitchen Roach activity

Pompano Beach Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Martoni Pizza Lounge 6 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Bk#4475 1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Rabbit Hole Pompano 0 Call Back - Complied
Take Sushi 5 (1 high) Warning Issued
Shishka Lebanese Grill 6 (2 high) Administrative complaint recommended
K'ondas Latin Grill 8 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Beach House Pompano 4 (3 high) Administrative complaint recommended
Annemaries Pizza & Sub Company 4 (1 high) Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Madness Buffet 9 (3 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Hillstone Restaurant 0 Call Back - Complied

Pompano Beach Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

CodeViolationCitations
08 Proper hand/arm washing 1,442
31 Clean multi-use utensils 1,177
03 Employee health reporting 1,071
14 Food contact surfaces 1,057
22 Consumer advisory 944

Pompano Beach Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

318Actions on Record
$143,440Total Fines
$461Avg Fine
$2,500Largest Fine
154Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Oct 14, 2025 Pompano Pizza $880 2--2025048373
Jan 15, 2026 Dimitr's Farmers Market Restaurant $800 2--2025089531
Feb 24, 2026 Fern Gully Grill $800 2--2025053457
Sep 23, 2025 5th Element Indian Grill $800 2--2025056694
Sep 10, 2025 Lester's Diner $700 2--2025060477
Aug 7, 2025 El Rinconcito Salvadoerno 2 $600 2--2025054880
Oct 29, 2025 Hen and the Hog $600 2--2025060129
Sep 18, 2025 Chef Dee's $400 2--2025065220
Dec 29, 2025 Chef Dee's $400 2--2025064538
Aug 20, 2025 Voila Bakery and Take-out Restaurant $400 2--2025054202

Pompano Beach Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

102Fire Violations
51Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Fire extinguisher in red zone 38
Exit blocked or locked 16
Propane tank stored inside building 15
Cooking without hood suppression 15
Missing boiler certificate/report 12
Other fire safety violation 6

Pompano Beach 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. Pompano Beach has 206 FDACS-regulated facilities with 415 inspections on record and 331 stop-sale orders issued.

206Retail Facilities
415FDACS Inspections
331Stop-Sale Orders
18Orders in 2026

Pompano Beach 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
Mr Puffer of Pompano LLC Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Mr Puffer of Pompano LLC Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Mr Puffer of Pompano LLC Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Mr Puffer of Pompano LLC Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Mr Puffer of Pompano LLC Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Mr Puffer of Pompano LLC Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Mr Puffer of Pompano LLC Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Mr Puffer of Pompano LLC Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Mr Puffer of Pompano LLC Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Mr Puffer of Pompano LLC Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing

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Pompano Beach FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

CodeViolationCitations
2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when 95
2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing 53
6-301.14 Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all 38
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair 32
6-301.11 Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand 28

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Pompano Beach Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Starbucks 3 77 1,180
Walgreens 2 1 743
7-Eleven 2 84 2,423
Subway 2 27 304
World Of Smoke & Vape 1 379 71
Aldi 1 2 310
Costco 1 9 112
Dollar Tree 1 9 1,110

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Pompano Beach: Notable Restaurants

Pi Bon Gou

Pompano Beach · Most Closures

36 inspections 127 violations 4 closures

Costa Sur Cuban Cafe

Pompano Beach · Most Closures

37 inspections 245 violations 3 closures

Au Bon Gout Take Out Restaurant

Pompano Beach · Most Closures

37 inspections 235 violations 3 closures

Bk#14576

Pompano Beach · Most Inspected

41 inspections 268 violations 1 closures

R & K Country Soul Food

Pompano Beach · Most Inspected

40 inspections 134 violations 1 closures

5th Element Indian Grill

Pompano Beach · Most Inspected

40 inspections 337 violations 2 closures

Pompano Beach: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Dunkin 9 351 0
McDonalds 6 190 1
Wendys 5 303 0
Subway 4 183 0
Taco Bell 3 141 0
Checkers 2 207 0
Chipotle 2 52 0
Kfc 2 95 1
Pollo Tropical 2 217 0
Popeyes 1 87 0

Pompano Beach Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Pompano Beach?
Pompano Beach, Florida has 411 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Pompano Beach?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Pompano Beach is 81%. The Florida state average is 86.2%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Pompano Beach this year?
6 food establishments in Pompano Beach have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Pompano Beach?
The most frequently cited violations in Pompano Beach are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Employee health reporting.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Pompano Beach?
Dunkin has the most locations in Pompano Beach with 9 establishments.
What was the most recent restaurant closure in Pompano Beach?
Bojos Seafood Kitchen in Pompano Beach was shut down on February 11, 2026 for roach activity.
How does Pompano Beach compare to the Florida state average?
Pompano Beach has a pass rate of 81%, which is 5.2 percentage points below the state average of 86.2%. The average violations per inspection is 4.5 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Pompano Beach?
Food establishments in Pompano Beach have an average of 14.1 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Pompano Beach been assessed?
Food establishments in Pompano Beach have been assessed $143,440 in fines across 318 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $461 and the largest single fine was $2,500.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Pompano Beach restaurants?
102 fire safety violations have been documented across 51 food establishments in Pompano Beach. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Pompano Beach 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. Pompano Beach, Florida has 206 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 415 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Pompano Beach?
FDACS has issued 331 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Pompano Beach, including 18 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.

Pompano Beach Restaurants & Food Establishments (406)

Viva Novelties, INC FDACS Retail

1071 NW 31st Ave B-2, Pompano Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Dry Storage

Gold Coast Beverage Distributors FDACS Retail

1751 NW 12th Ave, Pompano Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Dry Storage

Dollar Tree #08034 FDACS Retail

2720 Hammondville RD, Pompano Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

Vw Publix 0748 FDACS Retail

1140 SW 36th Ave, Pompano Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

El Nopal Ranchero LLC FDACS Retail

2291 N DIXIE HWY, Pompano Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Food Service

Lucys Sweets & Bakery Establishment #: 418103 FDACS Retail

902 S Powerline RD, Pompano Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Retail Bakery Inspected By: TARIQUL ISLAM

El Punto Gourmet FDACS Retail

904-906 S Powerline RD, Pompano Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Vw Publix 1036 FDACS Retail

1405 S Federal Hwy, Pompano Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Vw Publix 1393 FDACS Retail

2511 E Atlantic Blvd, Pompano Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Community Food Mart FDACS Retail

401 NW 27th Ave, Pompano Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

B&g Ptl Enterprises INC Establishment #: 385792 FDACS Retail

1830 SW 2nd ST, Pompano Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Dry Storage Inspected By: MORGAN SPINKS,

Shamy Smoke & Vapes FDACS Retail

1628 E Sample RD, Pompano Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

Starbucks Coffee # 8417 FDACS Retail

1800 N Federal Hwy, Pompano Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food Shops

The New York Butcher Shoppe FDACS Retail

2050 N Federal Hwy Suite, Pompano Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Meat Market Retail

Yeye Jiang FDACS Retail

1601 S Dixie Hwy, Pompano Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food Shops

Vw Super K Food Store FDACS Retail

1500 E Sample RD, Pompano Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Island Vibes FDACS Retail

2001 North Federal Highway Suite G105, Pompano Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food Shops

Vw Super Stop 501 FDACS Retail

317 NE 24th ST, Pompano Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Cobachi Hibachi Grill and More LLC FDACS Retail

2083 N POWERLINE RD SUITE 3, Pompano Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Food Service

Vw Walmart 4617 FDACS Retail

1199 S Federal Hwy, Pompano Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water