Chicken Guy

4301 S University Dr, Davie, FL 33328
American
Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Public records show nine inspections at Chicken Guy stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Apr 6, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around two violations compared to roughly five violations earlier on.

Across the inspection history, “carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.

Among Davie restaurants, the typical score is 79; Chicken Guy is comfortably above that bar. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 6, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Container stored in hand sink next to triple sink. Operator removed container **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-06: Observed at callback same **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Faucet handle on triple sink leaking **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-06: Observed at callback same **Time Extended**
29-08-4
86
Feb 3, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
52
Oct 9, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 8, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 4 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
52
May 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee at front counter put on gloves to prepare food order after handling money at register without washing hands first. Reviewed proper hand wash procedures with employee and employee washed hands before next order. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler ambient digital thermometer reading 91F. All foods at proper temperature 41F or below.
05-05-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Food debris residue on milk shake mixer wand.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Dispenser in back prep area not functioning properly, jamming. Employee removed toll to use manually. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unknown substances in spray bottles hanging on side of front counter hand sink. Employee labeled as cleaner and water. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tanks in back prep area not secured. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Containers of fryer of seasoned flour on back prep table not labeled.
02D-01-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Pouches of frozen cheese sauce sitting at room temperature to thaw. Employee placed under fold running water to properly thaw. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. 1) Containers of fryer oil on floor in back prep area. 2) Cases of raw chicken on floor in walk in freezer. 3) Container of fryer oil on floor at front counter by fryer.
08B-38-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee wearing watch while battering raw chicken. Employee removed watch.
13-07-4
45
Apr 4, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tanks by syrup box rack not secured. Manager replaced chain. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
95
Jan 13, 2024
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed employee reporting agreement form to manager. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-13: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-13: Observed same **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured next to soda rack. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-13: Observed same **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in cooler at front counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-13: Observed same **Time Extended**
14-69-4
74
Jan 12, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety, commercially processed food in the process of reheating for hot holding for more than 2 hours has not reached 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter at 9:20am; broccoli and cheddar soup ; (75F - Reheating) meat balls 80F ( reheating ) foods reheating since 7:45am to 109F and 110F respectively at 9:50am. Operator moved to microwave to reheat foods to 165F or above. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03E-04-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Flip top cooler ; Cooked steak (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding); fried eggs (46F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (47F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (45F - Cold Holding). Foods Pulled from walk in cooler less than 4 hours ago. Observed right side equipment turned off. Operator turned on equipment and placed foods on ice to quick chill. Foods not prepared or portioned today. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed vomit clean up procedures to manager. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed employee reporting agreement form to manager. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured next to soda rack. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in cooler at front counter. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Wiping cloth at 0ppm chlorine. Operator remade to 100ppm chlorine. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-07-4
47
Dec 8, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand sink water temperature at 80 F in front counter.
27-16-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Wallet on top prep table in kitchen. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tank( small tank ) not adequately secured.
51-11-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chicken Guy last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chicken Guy on file is from Apr 6, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chicken Guy?

Across the inspection record, “carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Chicken Guy.

How does Chicken Guy compare to other restaurants in Davie?

Chicken Guy most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Davie average of 79.

Has Chicken Guy's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Chicken Guy have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Chicken Guy means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Chicken Guy inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Chicken Guy is inspected around three times per year on average.