Chef Dee's in Pompano Beach
Last inspected:
3919 N Federal Hwy, Pompano Beach, FL 33064Chef Dee's in Pompano Beach has accumulated 277 violations across 36 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.7 violations per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach activity. In August and September 2025, inspectors conducted daily callbacks after recommending emergency orders, citing 19 and 14 violations respectively before the facility complied. The restaurant has faced 4 disciplinary actions totaling $1,460 in fines, with the most common violations involving clean multi-use utensils, management awareness, and employee health reporting.
Most recent closure: September 2, 2025 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Chef Dee's in Pompano Beach: 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
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Broward County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Chef Dee's in Pompano Beach: Emergency Closure History (2)
Chef Dee's in Pompano Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,460.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025064538 | $400.00 | Aug 28, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2025065220 | $400.00 | Sep 2, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2020002605 | $300.00 | Dec 26, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2018018214 | $360.00 | Mar 5, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale |
Chef Dee's in Pompano Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (36)
— 6 inspections33 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 4 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections21 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections22 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections33 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Chef Dee's in Pompano Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Chef Dee's in Pompano Beach under active enforcement?
- Records show 4 emergency order inspections between August 28, 2025 and September 3, 2025. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Chef Dee's in Pompano Beach last inspected?
- Chef Dee's in Pompano Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 4, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Chef Dee's in Pompano Beach last shut down?
- Chef Dee's in Pompano Beach was last shut down on September 2, 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 Chef Dee's in Pompano Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Chef Dee's in Pompano Beach are: Clean multi-use utensils, Employee health reporting, Management awareness.
- How many health inspections has Chef Dee's in Pompano Beach had?
- Chef Dee's in Pompano Beach has had 36 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 Chef Dee's in Pompano Beach find?
- Chef Dee's in Pompano Beach was most recently inspected on November 4, 2025 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Chef Dee's in Pompano Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Chef Dee's in Pompano Beach has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Chef Dee's in Pompano Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Chef Dee's in Pompano Beach has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,460.00 in fines.
- How much has Chef Dee's in Pompano Beach been fined?
- Chef Dee's in Pompano Beach has been fined a total of $1,460.00 across 4 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.
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