Bahamian Reef Seafood Restaurant in Sunrise
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7836 Nw 44 St, Sunrise, FL 33351Bahamian Reef Seafood Restaurant in Sunrise has been emergency-closed four times, including for roach and rodent activity in July 2022, roach activity in August 2021, and roach activity in 2017 and 2015. Across 21 inspections, the facility accumulated 122 violations, averaging 5.8 per inspection—slightly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. Employee health policy violations appeared in 8 of the most recent 8 inspections, a critical recurring pattern involving sick workers or failure to report employee illness. High-priority violations for proper cooking temperatures, hand washing, and shell stock handling were also cited repeatedly. The facility received four disciplinary actions totaling $2,000 in fines. The most recent inspection on September 19, 2022 documented 11 violations including three high-priority findings and resulted in a Warning Issued disposition.
Most recent closure: July 13, 2022 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Bahamian Reef Seafood Restaurant in Sunrise: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Bahamian Reef Seafood Restaurant in Sunrise: Emergency Closure History (4)
Bahamian Reef Seafood Restaurant in Sunrise: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $2,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2022038091 | — | Jul 20, 2022 | Tampa | |
| 2--2021037324 | $400.00 | Aug 5, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2017019623 | $800.00 | Apr 12, 2017 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2015036318 | $800.00 | Aug 12, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Bahamian Reef Seafood Restaurant in Sunrise: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 3 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections24 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— 4 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Bahamian Reef Seafood Restaurant in Sunrise: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Bahamian Reef Seafood Restaurant in Sunrise last inspected?
- Bahamian Reef Seafood Restaurant in Sunrise was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 19, 2022. The result was: Warning Issued.
- When was Bahamian Reef Seafood Restaurant in Sunrise last shut down?
- Bahamian Reef Seafood Restaurant in Sunrise was last shut down on July 13, 2022 for roach & 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 Bahamian Reef Seafood Restaurant in Sunrise?
- The most frequently cited violations at Bahamian Reef Seafood Restaurant in Sunrise are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health policy, Approved food source.
- How many health inspections has Bahamian Reef Seafood Restaurant in Sunrise had?
- Bahamian Reef Seafood Restaurant in Sunrise has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Bahamian Reef Seafood Restaurant in Sunrise find?
- Bahamian Reef Seafood Restaurant in Sunrise was most recently inspected on September 19, 2022 with 15 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Bahamian Reef Seafood Restaurant in Sunrise ever been shut down?
- Yes, Bahamian Reef Seafood Restaurant in Sunrise has been emergency-closed 4 times 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 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.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- Has Bahamian Reef Seafood Restaurant in Sunrise faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Bahamian Reef Seafood Restaurant in Sunrise has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,000.00 in fines.
- How much has Bahamian Reef Seafood Restaurant in Sunrise been fined?
- Bahamian Reef Seafood Restaurant in Sunrise has been fined a total of $2,000.00 across 4 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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