Lotus

3020 N Federal Hwy Ste 1, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306

Asian / Fusion

Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Lotus has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 7, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

Lotus' latest score is in line with the Fort Lauderdale average of 80. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 7, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Sep 10, 2025

Routine - Food

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

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Feb 14, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Sep 4, 2024

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Chef eating on cook line **Corrected On-Site**

12B-02-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Bag of onion on kitchen floor. Owner moved to shelf **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind 3Compartment sink

36-27-5

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet. Faucet at hand sink

29-11-4

Mar 20, 2024

Routine - Food

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

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Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use

FL-06

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Sep 21, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.

12A-09-4

Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in 3Compartment sink

12A-03-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Bottle water

40-06-5

Jun 8, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Oct 4, 2022

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lotus last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lotus on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

How does Lotus compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?

Lotus most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.

Has Lotus' inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Lotus 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 Lotus inspected?

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

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