Carl's Seafood Tamarac in Tamarac
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5726 N University Drive, Tamarac, FL 33321Carl's Seafood Tamarac in Tamarac has 20 inspections on record between 2022 and March 2026, with 137 total violations averaging 6.85 per inspection—significantly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Employee health reporting violations were cited in at least 9 of the 20 inspections, establishing a persistent pattern. High-priority violations for proper cooking temperatures, handwashing procedures, time as control, and shell stock requirements also appeared repeatedly across the inspection history. The facility received one disciplinary action with a $200 fine. Fire safety violations included observed electrical wiring in disrepair, documented on July 1, 2022. The most recent inspections in March 2026 showed mixed results: a routine inspection on March 23 resulted in "Call Back - Complied" after 2 high-priority employee health violations, while a complaint-based inspection the same day was completed with no further action required after 6 violations. An earlier routine inspection on February 2, 2026 resulted in an administrative complaint being recommended after 21 violations including three high-priority findings. No emergency closures are on record.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Carl's Seafood Tamarac in Tamarac: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Carl's Seafood Tamarac in Tamarac: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025037317 | $200.00 | Mar 31, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Carl's Seafood Tamarac in Tamarac: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Warning Issued
Carl's Seafood Tamarac in Tamarac: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)
— 3 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 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· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections23 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 20 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Carl's Seafood Tamarac in Tamarac: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Carl's Seafood Tamarac in Tamarac last inspected?
- Carl's Seafood Tamarac in Tamarac was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 23, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Carl's Seafood Tamarac in Tamarac?
- The most frequently cited violations at Carl's Seafood Tamarac in Tamarac are: Employee health reporting, Single-use items, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Carl's Seafood Tamarac in Tamarac had?
- Carl's Seafood Tamarac in Tamarac has had 20 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Carl's Seafood Tamarac in Tamarac find?
- Carl's Seafood Tamarac in Tamarac was most recently inspected on March 23, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Carl's Seafood Tamarac in Tamarac ever been shut down?
- No, Carl's Seafood Tamarac in Tamarac has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Carl's Seafood Tamarac in Tamarac had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Carl's Seafood Tamarac in Tamarac has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Carl's Seafood Tamarac in Tamarac faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Carl's Seafood Tamarac in Tamarac has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Carl's Seafood Tamarac in Tamarac been fined?
- Carl's Seafood Tamarac in Tamarac has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 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).
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