Lester's Diner in Pompano Beach
Last inspected:
1924 E Atlantic Blvd, Pompano Beach, FL 33060Lester's Diner in Pompano Beach has accumulated 244 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.1 per visit. The facility faced three disciplinary actions totaling $1,500 in fines, with the largest penalty reaching $700. The most frequently cited violations involve employee health reporting, consumer advisories, and shell stock requirements. In 2025, inspectors documented an active enforcement pattern, recommending administrative complaints in July and November with compliance callbacks required within days.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Lester's Diner in Pompano Beach: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
8.1
violations / inspection
8.1 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
Lester's Diner in Pompano Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,500.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026002522 | $400.00 | Nov 3, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2025060477 | $700.00 | Jul 22, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2023047050 | $400.00 | Aug 14, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Lester's Diner in Pompano Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 4 inspections33 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 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
— 5 inspections23 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections28 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections23 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Lester's Diner in Pompano Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Lester's Diner in Pompano Beach last inspected?
- Lester's Diner in Pompano Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 4, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Lester's Diner in Pompano Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Lester's Diner in Pompano Beach are: Employee health reporting, Shell stock requirements, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Lester's Diner in Pompano Beach had?
- Lester's Diner in Pompano Beach has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Lester's Diner in Pompano Beach find?
- Lester's Diner in Pompano Beach was most recently inspected on November 4, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Lester's Diner in Pompano Beach ever been shut down?
- No, Lester's Diner in Pompano Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
- Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- Has Lester's Diner in Pompano Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Lester's Diner in Pompano Beach has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,500.00 in fines.
- How much has Lester's Diner in Pompano Beach been fined?
- Lester's Diner in Pompano Beach has been fined a total of $1,500.00 across 3 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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