Circus (the) in Pompano Beach

Last inspected:

1461 Sw 30 Ave, Pompano Beach, FL 33069-1126
Overview

The Circus in Pompano Beach averaged 8.5 violations per inspection across 25 inspections since 2016, significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been recurring throughout the facility's inspection history, including improper chemical storage (cited in at least 6 of the past 8 inspections), improper hand and arm washing (4 of the past 8 inspections), food contact surface violations (appearing in 7 of the past 8 inspections), and employee health policy violations. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. The most recent inspection on October 14, 2025 documented 48 violations including 3 high-priority findings and resulted in "Inspection Completed - No Further Action," though the prior inspection on July 10, 2025 resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation after documenting 48 violations including 2 high-priority findings.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

25Inspections
213Violations
0Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Circus (the) in Pompano Beach: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 8.5 violations / inspection 8.5 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

Circus (the) in Pompano Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Circus (the) in Pompano Beach
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2025056334 $400.00 Jul 10, 2025 Miami (Doral)

Circus (the) in Pompano Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)

— 4 inspections37 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (12 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 4 inspections28 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 4 inspections16 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 4 inspections26 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection12 violations · 7 high priority

Circus (the) in Pompano Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Circus (the) in Pompano Beach last inspected?
Circus (the) in Pompano Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 14, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Circus (the) in Pompano Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at Circus (the) in Pompano Beach are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Circus (the) in Pompano Beach had?
Circus (the) in Pompano Beach has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Circus (the) in Pompano Beach find?
Circus (the) in Pompano Beach was most recently inspected on October 14, 2025 with 21 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Circus (the) in Pompano Beach ever been shut down?
No, Circus (the) in Pompano Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
Has Circus (the) in Pompano Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Circus (the) in Pompano Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Circus (the) in Pompano Beach been fined?
Circus (the) in Pompano Beach has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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