Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach
Last inspected:
3937 N Federal Hwy, Pompano Beach, FL 33064Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach has operated under the name Brazil Original Restaurant from 2016 to 2018 and has accumulated 218 violations across 33 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.6 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach and rodent activity. Fire inspections documented a propane tank stored inside the building and two portable fire extinguishers with gauges in the red zone. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,120 in fines, with the largest single penalty reaching $400.
Most recent closure: February 26, 2024 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
6.6
violations / inspection
6.6 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
Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach: Emergency Closure History (2)
Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,120.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024013185 | $400.00 | Feb 26, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2018047793 | $320.00 | Aug 27, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2016018567 | $400.00 | Apr 13, 2016 | Fort Lauderdale |
Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone by dish machine. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection 2018-01-19:
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone by dish machine. 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 · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Observed: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Priority: Reporting
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.
Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)
— 4 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 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.
— 6 inspections29 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 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· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections29 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Warning Issued
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections19 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach under active enforcement?
- Records show 3 emergency order inspections between February 26, 2024 and February 27, 2024. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach last inspected?
- Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 5, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach last shut down?
- Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach was last shut down on February 26, 2024 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 Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach had?
- Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach find?
- Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach was most recently inspected on November 5, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
- Has Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,120.00 in fines.
- How much has Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach been fined?
- Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach has been fined a total of $1,120.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Rio's Cafe and Grill in Pompano Beach operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Brazil Original Restaurant (2016-2018).
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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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