Dcota Cay
Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026
95
Score
Dcota Cay appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 21, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.
Compared to the broader Dania Beach restaurant scene, where the average is 80, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 21, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
95
Sep 25, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves rust pitted **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Observed at callback same **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in walk in freezer **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Observed at callback same **Time Extended**
14-69-4
90
Sep 24, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
64
Mar 20, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at employee bathroom hand wash sink. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips for sanitizer.
16-37-1
Basic - Ice buildup on floor in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
78
Nov 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
61
Jun 6, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Observed can opener with buildup of debris. Operator removed to dishroom, cleaned and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked taco meat, pulled chicken, all no date marks, all 24 hours per operator.
02C-02-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in unisex employee restroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a case of take out plastic lids stored directly on floor in dry storage. Operator relocated to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
74
Apr 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Lubricant D40 , on same shelf of mixer machine, Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
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 to manager, poster printed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
78
Jun 19, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
86
Aug 22, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On griddle top, rice (98F - Hot Holding); quinoa (86F - Hot Holding); brown rice (88F - Hot Holding). Griddle not turned on to maintain heat. Per manager items prepared 3 hrs. Manager wrapped and moved items to freezer to quick chill and cold hold. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Packaged raw turkey above boxes of shrimp in walk in freezer. Manager moved to bottom shelf of separate rack. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Two cans turkey gravy on dry storage rack with creased rims. Manager discarded can. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-01-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dcota Cay last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dcota Cay on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
How does Dcota Cay compare to other restaurants in Dania Beach?
Dcota Cay most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Dania Beach average of 80.
Has Dcota Cay's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dcota Cay have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Dcota Cay 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 Dcota Cay inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Dcota Cay is inspected around three times per year on average.
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