Piranha Pats
Last inspected: Feb 2, 2026
64
Score
Inspectors have visited Piranha Pats nine times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 2, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “employee handled soiled equipment or utensils”, showing up two times.
The city-wide average sits at 80, which Piranha Pats' 64 doesn't quite reach. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 2, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled dirty pans at ware washing area before removing clean bowls from dishwasher to be stored, without washing hands. Advised operator of proper handwashing procedures, employee washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken wings (123F - Hot Holding) in hot holding unit on line. Per operator items held out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes. Advised operator to reheat to 165F. Operator did. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. In prep area handwashing sink used as a dump sink evidenced by food debris in sink. Advised operator of proper use for handwashing sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm); advised operator change out sanitizer bucket. Operator did. Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 200ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
64
Sep 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Dolphin fingers 47F prepped at 10am 9/28/25 Operator discarded item. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.. Blocked by garbage can . At Dishmachine Employee removed garbage ca **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
78
Feb 3, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Employee adjusted dishwasher **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Dishwasher handled dirty dishes then removed clean dishes from dishwasher. Employee washed hands and put new gloves on **Corrected On-Site**
12A-13-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 spray bottles containing clear liquid identified as bleach and degreaser located on shelf next to Dishwasher Employee labeled spray bottles **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee drink container stored in reach in cooler next to Deep fryer. Operator removed drink cup **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation**
13-04-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Bar
36-22-4
58
Nov 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized.
22-42-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by garbage can. Employee removed trash can **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on beard guard **Corrected On-Site**
13-04-4
74
Mar 18, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
70
Sep 6, 2023
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of fry station reach-in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-06: **Time Extended**
29-49-6
95
Sep 5, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
61
Jun 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
61
Dec 8, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water temperature 125F - operator removed utensils and replace water 188F. **Warning**
10-05-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. grill station - cut romaine (64F - Cold Holding); American cheese (40F-51 - Cold Holding) expo station - portioned sour cream (51F - Cold Holding) - all the above not portioned or prepared today and held above cold holding unit in overfilled containers - held under 4 hours - operator moved to cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Reviewed with operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
01C-03-4
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 - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee thermos on hot line prep table - operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Walk in Cooler - cooked potatoes-operator covered. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Piranha Pats last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Piranha Pats on file is from Feb 2, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Piranha Pats?
Across the inspection record, “employee handled soiled equipment or utensils” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Piranha Pats.
How does Piranha Pats compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?
Piranha Pats most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.
Has Piranha Pats' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Piranha Pats have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Piranha Pats 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 Piranha Pats inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Piranha Pats is inspected around three times per year on average.
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