Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach
Last inspected:
3003 N Federal Hwy, Pompano Beach, FL 33064Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach has accumulated 245 violations across 35 inspections since 2016, averaging 7 violations per visit. The facility was shut down in May 2024 for rodent activity. This location has operated under three names since 2015: Giovanni Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria, La Forketta, and the current operator. Fire safety records document four violations including portable fire extinguisher citations under two prior operators, a hazard that persisted across different management.
Most recent closure: May 20, 2024 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
7
violations / inspection
7 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
Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)
Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $2,040.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025060129 | $600.00 | Jul 21, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2024029759 | $800.00 | May 21, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2024004829 | $200.00 | Jan 11, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2016044290 | $440.00 | Sep 16, 2016 | Tampa |
Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed on fire extinguisher in dry storage area.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 2 fire violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-08-31: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone by restroom.. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection on 2017-09-01: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Food-Licensing Inspection · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone by restroom.. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. On floor by oven. For reporting purposes only. **Warning**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 5 inspections26 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections21 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections41 violations · 19 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 19 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 19 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections29 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach last inspected?
- Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 14, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach last shut down?
- Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach was last shut down on May 20, 2024 for 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 Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach are: Clean multi-use utensils, Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach had?
- Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach find?
- Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach was most recently inspected on October 14, 2025 with 10 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- Has Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,040.00 in fines.
- How much has Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach been fined?
- Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach has been fined a total of $2,040.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Giovanni Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria (2015), La Forketta (2017-2017).
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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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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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