Tamarac — Food Safety Records
Tamarac, Florida has 88 food establishments with 1,721 inspections on record. The pass rate is 77.7%, below the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 5 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Kalalou Bar & Grill Fort Lauderdale LLC in Tamarac on November 6, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.
Tamarac Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Tamarac
77.7%
Pass Rate
77.7%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Tamarac
5
Avg Violations / Inspection
5
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Tamarac
0
Closures per 100 Facilities
0
Florida Average
1.97
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.97
Tamarac Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hallyu Korean BBQ | 2 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Chow Time Grill and Buffet | 16 (5 high) | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| International House of Pancakes 36-63 | 10 (3 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Chow Time Grill and Buffet | 34 (13 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Pollo Rico Grill | 8 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Wingstop | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill | 11 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar | 4 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Kalalou Bar & Grill Fort Lauderdale LLC | 16 (3 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Midnight Cookies and Cream | 4 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Tamarac Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 19,398 |
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 18,179 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 14,262 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 11,325 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 10,803 |
Tamarac Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 6, 2025 | Kalalou Bar & Grill Fort Lauderdale LLC | $800 | 2--2025057201 |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Butter Flakes Bakery and Grill | $800 | 2--2025058662 |
| Apr 23, 2026 | Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill | $600 | 2--2026022339 |
| Nov 13, 2025 | Flavor Bar Restaurant and Bakery LLC | $560 | 2--2025055228 |
| Jul 7, 2026 | Ferro Pizzeria | $480 | 2--2026040115 |
| Mar 5, 2026 | China Star | $400 | 2--2025087181 |
| Jul 22, 2026 | China Star | $400 | 2--2026030906 |
| Jul 22, 2026 | Carl's Seafood Tamarac | $400 | 2--2026021960 |
| Apr 8, 2026 | Silver Pon to Go | $400 | 2--2026020117 |
| Apr 8, 2026 | Hong Kong City BBQ | $200 | 2--2026018740 |
Tamarac Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Exit blocked or locked | 38 |
| Other fire safety violation | 4 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 1 |
Tamarac: Notable Restaurants
China Star
38 inspections
294 violations
3 closures
La Granja Parrilla & Seafood
33 inspections
215 violations
3 closures
Kalalou Bar & Grill Fort Lauderdale LLC
23 inspections
147 violations
3 closures
Rotelli Pizza Pasta
36 inspections
248 violations
Hong Kong City BBQ
36 inspections
336 violations
2 closures
Chow Time Grill and Buffet
31 inspections
249 violations
Tamarac: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wendys | 2 | 137 | 0 |
| Hampton Inn | 2 | 52 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 2 | 134 | 0 |
| Subway | 2 | 108 | 0 |
| Cold Stone Creamery | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 1 | 37 | 0 |
| La Granja | 1 | 215 | 3 |
| Pollo Tropical | 1 | 77 | 0 |
| Chick-fil-a | 1 | 92 | 0 |
| Dennys | 1 | 146 | 1 |
Tamarac Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Tamarac?
- Tamarac, Florida has 88 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Tamarac?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Tamarac is 77.7%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- What are the most common health violations in Tamarac?
- The most frequently cited violations in Tamarac are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Tamarac?
- Wendys has the most locations in Tamarac with 2 establishments.
- How does Tamarac compare to the Florida state average?
- Tamarac has a pass rate of 77.7%, which is 8.1 percentage points below the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 5 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Tamarac?
- Food establishments in Tamarac have an average of 19.6 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Tamarac been assessed?
- Food establishments in Tamarac have been assessed $43,340 in fines across 105 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $417 and the largest single fine was $1,800.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Tamarac restaurants?
- 43 fire safety violations have been documented across 21 food establishments in Tamarac. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
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Tamarac Restaurants & Food Establishments (88)
China Star 3 closures
4233 W COMMERCIAL BLVD, Tamarac
38 inspections · 294 violations · Last: Apr 2026La Granja Parrilla & Seafood 3 closures
5701 N UNIVERSITY DR, Tamarac
33 inspections · 215 violations · Last: Aug 2026Kalalou Bar & Grill Fort Lauderdale LLC 3 closures
7041 W COMMERCIAL BLVD, Tamarac
23 inspections · 147 violations · Last: Sep 2026Hong Kong City BBQ 2 closures
5301 N SR 7, Tamarac
36 inspections · 336 violations · Last: Jan 2026Fortune Dragon 2 closures
7178 N UNIVERSITY DR, Tamarac
35 inspections · 272 violations · Last: Feb 2026Ny Pizza Place 2 closures
8275 N PINE ISLAND RD, Tamarac
28 inspections · 230 violations · Last: Jun 2026Tokyo Peking Express 1 closure
5857 N UNIVERSITY DR, Tamarac
31 inspections · 269 violations · Last: Jul 2026Wings & More 1 closure
4611 NW 31 AVE, Tamarac
33 inspections · 248 violations · Last: Aug 2026Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill 1 closure
5711 N UNIVERSITY DR, Tamarac
33 inspections · 209 violations · Last: Sep 2026Flavor Bar Restaurant and Bakery LLC 1 closure
5299 N SR 7, Tamarac
33 inspections · 208 violations · Last: Jul 2026Kendall Kafe 1 closure
7658 N NOB HILL RD, Tamarac
32 inspections · 195 violations · Last: Jun 2026Silver Pon to Go 1 closure
5100 W COMMERCIAL BLVD STE 6, Tamarac
26 inspections · 193 violations · Last: Jan 2026Orange Tree Restaurant 1 closure
6400 N UNIVERSITY DR, Tamarac
27 inspections · 188 violations · Last: Sep 2026Lucky Strike Tamarac 1 closure
8501 N UNIVERSITY DR, Tamarac
28 inspections · 161 violations · Last: Jul 2026Denny's 8015 1 closure
5710 N UNIVERSITY DR, Tamarac
31 inspections · 146 violations · Last: Jul 2026Wingstop 1 closure
5720 N UNIVERSITY DR, Tamarac
35 inspections · 141 violations · Last: Sep 2026King's Point Diner 1 closure
7134 N NOB HILL RD, Tamarac
29 inspections · 140 violations · Last: Sep 2026New China Guo INC 1 closure
3170 W COMMERCIAL BLVD, Tamarac
23 inspections · 117 violations · Last: Jul 2026Savvy Sliders 1 closure
2400 W COMMERCIAL BLVD STE A, Tamarac
24 inspections · 107 violations · Last: Sep 2026Milano Italian Grill
8767 NW 57 ST, Tamarac
31 inspections · 296 violations · Last: Aug 2026