Laquinta Inn

3800 W Commercial Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309

American

Last inspected: Jan 5, 2026

Score

High Risk

Going back to 2022, Laquinta Inn has 12 inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 5, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.

The pattern that stands out is “no paper towels”, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Fort Lauderdale average 80, so Laquinta Inn trails the local norm. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 5, 2026

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Aug 22, 2025

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Mar 17, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jan 13, 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. **Warning**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Unable to access **Warning**

53B-01-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Plastic water bottle on the floor **Warning**

08B-38-4

Dec 4, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Oct 2, 2024

Routine - Food

6 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed tongs in hand washing sink. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Anita Craig **Warning**

53A-01-7

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Next to three compartment sink. **Warning**

31B-02-4

53B-01-5

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Next to three compartment sink. **Warning**

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic sanitizer substance not labeled. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

41-17-4

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single serve forks knives and spoons not stored inverted or protected from contamination at waffle station. **Warning**

25-06-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on freezer chest soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. **Warning**

23-03-4

Mar 21, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no probe thermometer on premises. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-21: Observed no probe thermometer on premises. **Time Extended**

05-08-4

Mar 20, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 10 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Food Properly Stored/Protected

FL-48

Nov 14, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed sanitizer bucket not set up.

22-45-4

Jun 20, 2023

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Apr 11, 2023

Complaint Full

No violations found.

100

Nov 1, 2022

Complaint Full

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-01: At the time of callback inspection, no proof of certified food manager certification available. **Admin Complaint**

53A-01-7

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Laquinta Inn last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Laquinta Inn on file is from Jan 5, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Laquinta Inn?

Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Laquinta Inn.

How does Laquinta Inn compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?

Laquinta Inn most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.

Has Laquinta Inn's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Laquinta Inn have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Laquinta Inn means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Laquinta Inn inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Laquinta Inn is inspected around four times per year on average.

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