El Patio Colombian Restaurant in Sunrise
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8450 W Oakland Park Blvd, Sunrise, FL 33351El Patio Colombian Restaurant #2 in Sunrise has accumulated 243 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.6 per visit. This location operated previously as Tandoor Pizza and Tandoor Pizza & Sweets, and propane tanks larger than permitted were stored inside the building under multiple operators across several years, a hazard that persisted through ownership changes. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $560 in fines. Top violations include improper hand washing, ventilation, and utensil sanitation.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Patio Colombian Restaurant in Sunrise: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
7.6
violations / inspection
7.6 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
El Patio Colombian Restaurant in Sunrise: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $560.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025085553 | $200.00 | Oct 7, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2023062175 | $360.00 | Oct 27, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale |
El Patio Colombian Restaurant in Sunrise: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
Observed propane tank larger than 2.7 pounds stored in kitchen. Operator removed propane tanks from the establishment.
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
— Complaint Full · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed 7 large filled propane tanks stored inside a room in the kitchen.
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.
El Patio Colombian Restaurant in Sunrise: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections32 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections23 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 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
— 3 inspections13 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— 4 inspections29 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
El Patio Colombian Restaurant in Sunrise: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Patio Colombian Restaurant in Sunrise last inspected?
- El Patio Colombian Restaurant #2 in Sunrise was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 19, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at El Patio Colombian Restaurant in Sunrise?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Patio Colombian Restaurant #2 in Sunrise are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has El Patio Colombian Restaurant in Sunrise had?
- El Patio Colombian Restaurant #2 in Sunrise has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Patio Colombian Restaurant in Sunrise find?
- El Patio Colombian Restaurant #2 in Sunrise was most recently inspected on February 19, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has El Patio Colombian Restaurant in Sunrise ever been shut down?
- No, El Patio Colombian Restaurant #2 in Sunrise has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- Has El Patio Colombian Restaurant in Sunrise had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, El Patio Colombian Restaurant #2 in Sunrise has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has El Patio Colombian Restaurant in Sunrise faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Patio Colombian Restaurant #2 in Sunrise has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $560.00 in fines.
- How much has El Patio Colombian Restaurant in Sunrise been fined?
- El Patio Colombian Restaurant #2 in Sunrise has been fined a total of $560.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has El Patio Colombian Restaurant in Sunrise operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Tandoor Pizza & Sweets (2015), Tandoor Pizza (2019).
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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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