Republica Cigar Lounge

801 N Federal Hwy #101, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Sep 10, 2025
74
Score
Medium Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Republica Cigar Lounge, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 10, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

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

The most common issue across all inspections has been “cases of water stored on floor in storage room”, showing up two times.

Compared to other Hallandale Beach restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 10, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: Same- No training for any of the employees. **Admin Complaint**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary chemical test kit. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: Same - **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: Same- **Time Extended**
05-08-4
74
Jul 9, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64
Jul 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
82
Jul 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink front counter. Employee provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored next to triple sink . Employee stored in sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Cases of water stored on floor in storage room. Employee elevated. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
82
Jan 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
82
Aug 2, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of sparkling water stored on floor in storage area. Manager elevated. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Republica Cigar Lounge last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Republica Cigar Lounge on file is from Sep 10, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Republica Cigar Lounge?

Across the inspection record, “cases of water stored on floor in storage room” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Republica Cigar Lounge.

How does Republica Cigar Lounge compare to other restaurants in Hallandale Beach?

Republica Cigar Lounge most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Hallandale Beach average of 80.

Has Republica Cigar Lounge's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Republica Cigar Lounge have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Republica Cigar Lounge 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 Republica Cigar Lounge inspected?

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