Southwest Ranches — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Southwest Ranches, Florida has 27 food establishments with 168 inspections on record. The pass rate is 71.4%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 6.7 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $200 assessed to Sakura Ramen in Southwest Ranches on October 13, 2025.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

27Facilities
168Total Inspections
0Closures 2026
71.4%Pass Rate
6.7Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Waffle House 1124 33 158 2
Rio Grande Churrascaria Southwest Ranches LLC 31 270 1
Original Pancake House 32 250 0
Adrian Fish Restaurant Fish Market 25 169 0
Blue Ginger 18 163 0

Southwest Ranches Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Southwest Ranches 71.4% Pass Rate 71.4%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Southwest Ranches 6.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 6.7
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Southwest Ranches 0 Closures per 100 Facilities 0
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Southwest Ranches Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Southwest Ranches Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

6Actions on Record
$2,000Total Fines
$333Avg Fine
$800Largest Fine
4Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Oct 13, 2025 Sakura Ramen $200 2--2025070366
Nov 24, 2025 Original Pancake House $200 2--2025078369
Nov 19, 2025 Adrian Fish Restaurant Fish Market $200 2--2025078701

Southwest Ranches Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

2Fire Violations
2Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Exit blocked or locked 2

Southwest Ranches Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Southwest Ranches has 20 FDACS-regulated facilities with 28 inspections on record and 1 stop-sale orders issued.

20Retail Facilities
28FDACS Inspections
1Stop-Sale Orders

Southwest Ranches FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

DateFacilityProductReason
Starbucks-2816-295312 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterat…

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Southwest Ranches FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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Southwest Ranches Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Walgreens 2 1 743
Chevron 1 283 1,145
Starbucks 1 77 1,170
Publix 1 30 875

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Southwest Ranches: Notable Restaurants

Southwest Ranches: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Waffle House 1 158 2
McDonalds 1 52 0

Southwest Ranches Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Southwest Ranches?
Southwest Ranches, Florida has 27 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Southwest Ranches?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Southwest Ranches is 71.4%. The Florida state average is 86%.
What are the most common health violations in Southwest Ranches?
The most frequently cited violations in Southwest Ranches are: Employee health reporting, Proper hand/arm washing, Single-use items.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Southwest Ranches?
Waffle House has the most locations in Southwest Ranches with 1 establishments.
How does Southwest Ranches compare to the Florida state average?
Southwest Ranches has a pass rate of 71.4%, which is 14.6 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 6.7 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Southwest Ranches?
Food establishments in Southwest Ranches have an average of 6.2 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Southwest Ranches been assessed?
Food establishments in Southwest Ranches have been assessed $2,000 in fines across 6 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $333 and the largest single fine was $800.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Southwest Ranches restaurants?
2 fire safety violations have been documented across 2 food establishments in Southwest Ranches. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Southwest Ranches inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Southwest Ranches, Florida has 20 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 28 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Southwest Ranches?
FDACS has issued 1 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Southwest Ranches. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

Southwest Ranches Restaurants & Food Establishments (27)

Publix # 0619 FDACS Retail

15801 Sheridan ST, Southwest Ranches

FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket

Chevron FDACS Retail

14602 Sheridan ST, Southwest Ranches

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Gaia Ranch Estates FDACS Retail

17501 SW 61st CT, Southwest Ranches

FDACS Retail Food · Limited Poultry and Egg

Lowe's Home Centers LLC # 0725 FDACS Retail

6600 Dykes RD, Southwest Ranches

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

Seminole Travel Center FDACS Retail

4690 US Highway 27, Southwest Ranches

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Walgreens # 10648 FDACS Retail

6700 Dykes RD, Southwest Ranches

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

Parche FDACS Retail

5150 S FLAMINGO RD, Southwest Ranches

FDACS Retail Food · Food Service