La Forketta in Pompano Beach
Last inspected:
1255 S Powerline Rd, Pompano Beach, FL 33069LA FORKETTA in Pompano Beach has been emergency-closed once, on July 25, 2016, for roach activity. Across 25 inspections since 2016, the facility accumulated 182 violations, averaging 7.3 per inspection — significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations appeared repeatedly, including management awareness failures, employee health policy violations, improper hand washing, and food contact surface contamination. The facility has been subject to 2 disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines. A warning was issued on August 28, 2025 after 24 violations were cited. The most recent inspection on December 4, 2025 identified 27 violations including 3 high-priority findings for management awareness, food contact surfaces, chemical storage, and consumer advisory failures, resulting in completion with no further action required.
Most recent closure: July 25, 2016 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
La Forketta in Pompano Beach: Comparison to Broward County Averages
La Forketta in Pompano Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)
La Forketta in Pompano Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2019008794 | $400.00 | Feb 13, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2016035877 | $400.00 | Jul 26, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
La Forketta in Pompano Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 4 inspections25 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 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
— 2 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
La Forketta in Pompano Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was La Forketta in Pompano Beach last inspected?
- La Forketta in Pompano Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 4, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was La Forketta in Pompano Beach last shut down?
- La Forketta in Pompano Beach was last shut down on July 25, 2016 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 La Forketta in Pompano Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at La Forketta in Pompano Beach are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has La Forketta in Pompano Beach had?
- La Forketta in Pompano Beach has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of La Forketta in Pompano Beach find?
- La Forketta in Pompano Beach was most recently inspected on December 4, 2025 with 13 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has La Forketta in Pompano Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, La Forketta in Pompano Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 La Forketta in Pompano Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, La Forketta in Pompano Beach has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has La Forketta in Pompano Beach been fined?
- La Forketta in Pompano Beach has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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