Dumpling Panda Ftl

1824 Cordova Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Chinese

Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Dumpling Panda Ftl has been inspected seven times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 5, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around six violations lately compared to roughly one violation before.

Compared to other Fort Lauderdale restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 5, 2026

Routine - Food

8 minor violations.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Dec 2, 2025

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Oct 1, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Jan 24, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Sep 1, 2023

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

May 12, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-12: Observed mop sink removed. **Time Extended**

29-42-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-12: Observed same. **Time Extended**

50-09-4

Oct 10, 2022

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dumpling Panda Ftl last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dumpling Panda Ftl on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does Dumpling Panda Ftl compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?

Dumpling Panda Ftl most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.

Has Dumpling Panda Ftl's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Dumpling Panda Ftl have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Dumpling Panda Ftl means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Dumpling Panda Ftl inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dumpling Panda Ftl is inspected around two times per year on average.

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