Tamarac — Food Safety Records
Tamarac, Florida has 85 food establishments with 1,700 inspections on record. The pass rate is 77.7%, below the state average of 85.8%. 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 August 2026.
Tamarac Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Tamarac
77.7%
Pass Rate
77.7%
Florida Average
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
Tamarac
5
Avg Violations / Inspection
5
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Tamarac
0
Closures per 100 Facilities
0
Florida Average
2
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
Tamarac Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milano Italian Grill | 3 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Chello's Premier LLC | 4 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| McDonald's | 1 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Tokyo Peking Express | 7 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Raising Cane's Restaurant #1014 | 2 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Manninos Pizza Restaurant | 2 | Call Back - Complied | |
| La Antioquena Cafe & Bakery | 7 (3 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Milano Italian Grill | 14 (2 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Flavor Bar Restaurant and Bakery LLC | 9 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| El Bochinche | 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 |
| 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 |
| Aug 14, 2025 | Kfc | $400 | 2--2025033473 |
| Mar 5, 2026 | China Star | $400 | 2--2025087181 |
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
32 inspections
210 violations
3 closures
Kalalou Bar & Grill Fort Lauderdale LLC
22 inspections
131 violations
3 closures
Hong Kong City BBQ
36 inspections
336 violations
2 closures
Nahuen Tamarac
35 inspections
197 violations
Milano Italian Grill
31 inspections
296 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 |
| Comfort Suites | 1 | 42 | 0 |
| Fairfield Inn | 1 | 11 | 0 |
| La Quinta | 1 | 23 | 0 |
| Raising Canes | 1 | 9 | 0 |
| Wingstop | 1 | 141 | 1 |
| Cold Stone Creamery | 1 | 6 | 0 |
Tamarac Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Tamarac?
- Tamarac, Florida has 85 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 85.8%.
- 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 85.8%. 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 20 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 $43,140 in fines across 104 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $419 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 (85)
Manninos Pizza Restaurant
10012-10014 W MCNAB RD, Tamarac
18 inspections · 120 violations · Last: Jul 2026Woodmont Country Club
7801 NW 80 AVE, Tamarac
19 inspections · 119 violations · Last: Jan 2026Snappers Restaurant
4243 W COMMERCIAL BLVD, Tamarac
29 inspections · 118 violations · Last: Mar 2026Chick-fil-a Lauderhill
8190 W COMMERCIAL BLVD, Tamarac
22 inspections · 92 violations · Last: Jul 2026Wendys 8468
8901 W COMMERCIAL BLVD, Tamarac
23 inspections · 77 violations · Last: Mar 2026Pollo Tropical #248
8851 W COMMERCIAL BLVD, Tamarac
17 inspections · 76 violations · Last: Jul 2026McDonalds #3555
7600 NW 57 ST, Tamarac
16 inspections · 75 violations · Last: Jul 2026Rejoice Tamarac
8001 W MCNAB RD, Tamarac
22 inspections · 73 violations · Last: Feb 2026Colony West Golf Club
6850 NW 88 AVE, Tamarac
13 inspections · 70 violations · Last: Jan 2026Trino's Restaurant
6965 W COMMERCIAL BLVD, Tamarac
19 inspections · 63 violations · Last: Mar 2026Butter Flakes Bakery and Grill
5100 W COMMERCIAL BLVD, Tamarac
20 inspections · 62 violations · Last: Jan 2026Trapeze
5213 N SR 7, Tamarac
17 inspections · 61 violations · Last: Apr 2026Wendy's
7025 N UNIVERSITY DR, Tamarac
21 inspections · 60 violations · Last: May 2026Pizza & Tingzs
5100 W COMMERCIAL BLVD STE 5, Tamarac
20 inspections · 60 violations · Last: Mar 2026Subway #729
4601 NW 31 AVE, Tamarac
13 inspections · 60 violations · Last: Oct 2025McDonald's
8375 NW 88 AVE, Tamarac
17 inspections · 59 violations · Last: Jul 2026Mily Caribbean Restaurant
5351 N STATE RD 7, Tamarac
9 inspections · 58 violations · Last: Feb 2026Don Rodone 2
8763 NW 57TH ST, Tamarac
17 inspections · 53 violations · Last: Dec 2025Chello's Premier LLC
2550 W COMMERCIAL BLVD, Tamarac
17 inspections · 49 violations · Last: Aug 2026Flame Japanese Hibachi
5707 N UNIVERSITY DR, Tamarac
6 inspections · 49 violations · Last: May 2026