La Quinta Inn and Suites Fort Lauderdale Tamarac in Tamarac

Last inspected:

5070 N Sr 7, Tamarac, FL 33319

Part of: La Quinta Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

La Quinta Inn and Suites Fort Lauderdale Tamarac, a 28-seat hotel food service facility in Tamarac, accumulated 23 violations across 17 inspections dating to 2020, averaging 1.4 violations per inspection. The facility faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $320 in fines. Handwashing procedures and allergen awareness violations appeared repeatedly, with high-priority handwashing findings cited in at least 3 inspections between 2020 and 2025. The most recent inspection on December 18, 2025 documented 2 violations and resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation, the second such recommendation in less than 10 months.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

17Inspections
23Violations
0Closures
$320in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

La Quinta Inn and Suites Fort Lauderdale Tamarac in Tamarac: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 1.4 violations / inspection 1.4 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

La Quinta Inn and Suites Fort Lauderdale Tamarac in Tamarac: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $320.00

Disciplinary action history for La Quinta Inn and Suites Fort Lauderdale Tamarac in Tamarac
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2019058513 $160.00 Nov 12, 2019 Miami (Doral)
2--2015047504 $160.00 Sep 29, 2015 Miami (Doral)

La Quinta Inn and Suites Fort Lauderdale Tamarac in Tamarac: Full Inspection History — DBPR (17)

— 3 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections2 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Warning Issued

Basic Violations

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 5 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

La Quinta Inn and Suites Fort Lauderdale Tamarac in Tamarac: Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Quinta Inn and Suites Fort Lauderdale Tamarac in Tamarac last inspected?
La Quinta Inn and Suites Fort Lauderdale Tamarac in Tamarac was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 18, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
What are the most common violations at La Quinta Inn and Suites Fort Lauderdale Tamarac in Tamarac?
The most frequently cited violations at La Quinta Inn and Suites Fort Lauderdale Tamarac in Tamarac are: Outer openings protected, Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has La Quinta Inn and Suites Fort Lauderdale Tamarac in Tamarac had?
La Quinta Inn and Suites Fort Lauderdale Tamarac in Tamarac has had 17 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 1.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of La Quinta Inn and Suites Fort Lauderdale Tamarac in Tamarac find?
La Quinta Inn and Suites Fort Lauderdale Tamarac in Tamarac was most recently inspected on December 18, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
Has La Quinta Inn and Suites Fort Lauderdale Tamarac in Tamarac ever been shut down?
No, La Quinta Inn and Suites Fort Lauderdale Tamarac in Tamarac has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
Has La Quinta Inn and Suites Fort Lauderdale Tamarac in Tamarac faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, La Quinta Inn and Suites Fort Lauderdale Tamarac in Tamarac has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $320.00 in fines.
How much has La Quinta Inn and Suites Fort Lauderdale Tamarac in Tamarac been fined?
La Quinta Inn and Suites Fort Lauderdale Tamarac in Tamarac has been fined a total of $320.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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