Tamarac — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Tamarac, Florida has 115 food establishments with 1,673 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 77.7%, below the state average of 85.9%. 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 (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated June 2026.

115Facilities
1,670Total Inspections
1Closures 2026
77.7%Pass Rate
5Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
China Star 38 294 3
La Granja Parrilla & Seafood 31 204 3
Kalalou Bar & Grill Fort Lauderdale LLC 22 131 3
Hong Kong City BBQ 36 336 2
Fortune Dragon 35 272 2

Tamarac Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Tamarac 77.7% Pass Rate 77.7%
Florida Average 85.9% Pass Rate 85.9%
Tamarac 5 Avg Violations / Inspection 5
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Tamarac 0.87 Closures per 100 Facilities 0.87
Florida Average 1.35 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.35

Tamarac Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
La Granja Parrilla & Seafood 6 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Ming Wah Chinese Restaurant 8 (4 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Kendall Kafe 5 (3 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Milano`s Bakery 6 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Thai Curry Restaurant 1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Ats a Pizza 10 (2 high) Warning Issued
Menchies Tamarac 2 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Rotelli Pizza Pasta 14 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Wendy's 2 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Casa De Amore LLC 3 Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Tamarac Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Tamarac Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

104Actions on Record
$44,720Total Fines
$434Avg Fine
$1,800Largest Fine
41Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
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
Apr 8, 2026 Silver Pon to Go $400 2--2026020117
Mar 5, 2026 China Star $400 2--2025087181
Jul 14, 2025 Fortune Dragon $400 2--2025015389
Aug 14, 2025 Kfc $400 2--2025033473
Mar 25, 2026 Wendy's $200 2--2026014586
Apr 8, 2026 Hong Kong City BBQ $200 2--2026018740

Tamarac Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

43Fire Violations
21Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Exit blocked or locked 38
Other fire safety violation 4
Fire extinguisher in red zone 1

Tamarac 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. Tamarac has 30 FDACS-regulated facilities with 62 inspections on record and 28 stop-sale orders issued.

30Retail Facilities
62FDACS Inspections
28Stop-Sale Orders

Tamarac 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
Festival Supermarket Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Festival Supermarket Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Festival Supermarket Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Festival Supermarket Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Time/Temperature Control for Sa…
Food Mart Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Food Mart Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, ro…
Food Mart Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, ro…
Food Mart Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Protection From Contamination: Food…
Ez-cbd-wholesale-394587 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Ez-cbd-wholesale-394587 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…

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Tamarac FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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Tamarac Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Smoothie King 2 11 350
Shell 2 152 1,169
Dunkin 1 13 347
Dollar Tree 1 9 1,084

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Tamarac: Notable Restaurants

Tamarac: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Wendys 2 137 0
Hampton Inn 2 52 0
McDonalds 2 129 0
Subway 2 108 0
Comfort Suites 1 42 0
Fairfield Inn 1 11 0
La Quinta 1 23 0
Raising Canes 1 7 0
Wingstop 1 137 1
Cold Stone Creamery 1 6 0

Tamarac Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Tamarac?
Tamarac, Florida has 115 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 85.9%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Tamarac this year?
1 food establishments in Tamarac have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
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 8.3 percentage points below the state average of 85.9%. The average violations per inspection is 5 compared to the state average of 4.66.
How often are restaurants inspected in Tamarac?
Food establishments in Tamarac have an average of 14.5 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 $44,720 in fines across 104 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $434 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.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Tamarac 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. Tamarac, Florida has 30 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 62 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Tamarac?
FDACS has issued 28 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Tamarac. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

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Tamarac Restaurants & Food Establishments (115)

Rotelli Pizza Pasta

10101 W COMMERCIAL BLVD, Tamarac

35 inspections · 243 violations · Last: May 2026

El Bochinche

5337-5341 N STATE ROAD 7, Tamarac

27 inspections · 201 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Chow Time Grill and Buffet

6997 W COMMERCIAL BLVD, Tamarac

29 inspections · 199 violations · Last: May 2026

Milano`s Bakery

7120 N UNIVERSITY DR, Tamarac

35 inspections · 197 violations · Last: Jun 2026

Ferro Pizzeria

8146 N UNIVERSITY DR, Tamarac

25 inspections · 192 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Thai Curry Restaurant

6850 N UNIVERSITY DR, Tamarac

29 inspections · 181 violations · Last: Jun 2026

Pollo Rico Grill

6706 N UNIVERSITY DR, Tamarac

23 inspections · 178 violations · Last: Mar 2026

La Antioquena Cafe & Bakery

5753 N UNIVERSITY DR, Tamarac

23 inspections · 178 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Ming Wah Chinese Restaurant

7148 N NOB HILL RD, Tamarac

25 inspections · 172 violations · Last: Jun 2026

El Buen Gusto

7227 NW 88 ST, Tamarac

22 inspections · 171 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Ats a Pizza

6714 N UNIVERSITY DR, Tamarac

24 inspections · 167 violations · Last: Jun 2026

Kerry’s Jamaican Restaurant

8425 W COMMERCIAL BLVD, Tamarac

23 inspections · 153 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Char Hut of America

10000 W MCNAB RD, Tamarac

26 inspections · 148 violations · Last: Nov 2025

La Vina Cuban Cafe.corp

8455 W MAC NAB, Tamarac

19 inspections · 144 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Carl's Seafood Tamarac

5726 N UNIVERSITY DRIVE, Tamarac

20 inspections · 137 violations · Last: Mar 2026

International House of Pancakes 36-63

6101 N UNIVERSITY DR, Tamarac

28 inspections · 134 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Sushi Raku

10135 WEST COMMERCIAL BLVD, Tamarac

19 inspections · 128 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar

6005 N UNIVERSITY DR, Tamarac

27 inspections · 124 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Top Resto and Bar LLC

7130 N UNIVERSITY DR, Tamarac

21 inspections · 124 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Taco Bell #132

7625 W COMMERCIAL BLVD, Tamarac

27 inspections · 123 violations · Last: Jul 2025