Shahs of Kabob Ft. Lauderdale
Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026
70
Score
Shahs of Kabob Ft. Lauderdale appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 23, 2026. 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 four violations per visit across recent inspections.
The city-wide average sits at 80, which Shahs of Kabob Ft. Lauderdale's 70 doesn't quite reach. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 23, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Food received from unapproved source/no invoice provided to verify source. Front counter display - Boklava, créme br\00C3\00BBlée and chocolate cookies. See Stop Sale. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-23: High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Boclava cheesecake 5 servings Créme brûlée cheesecake 4 servings Pavlova 1 serving Milojas 2 servings Banana pudding 2 servings See stop sale. **Admin Complaint**
01B-04-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Food received from unapproved source/no invoice provided to verify source. Front counter display - Boklava, créme br\00C3\00BBlée and chocolate cookies. See Stop Sale. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-23: Observed same. Invoice from Sweet Manifesto/P and G Z LLC - DBPR Hotels and Restaurants License #CAT2330008 expired 10-1-2025. **Admin Complaint**
01A-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-23: Observed same. **Time Extended**
51-13-4
70
Jan 21, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
43
Sep 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
74
May 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-22: Observed same
53A-05-6
90
Mar 20, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -Kitchen 2 door reach in raw chicken over raw ground lamb and beef mix. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. -Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm), operator remade solution with Chlorine as means to sanitize. Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm); **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-43-4
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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53A-05-6
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
58
Dec 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Front line; Windex stored on flip top counter, operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Cookline; large quantity of food debris in hand washing sink, as evidence sink is being utilized as a dump sink. Reviewed proper handwashing sink usage with operator.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ -Person in charge; Rod Gutierrez
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
14-14-4
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.
53B-13-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. -Walk in cooler; bulk chicken in container stored on floor, operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
55
May 14, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
May 8, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Drainboards or equivalent not large enough to accommodate all soiled and/or cleaned items. Triple sink. **Warning**
16-14-4
Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. **Warning**
36-08-4
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Shahs of Kabob Ft. Lauderdale last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Shahs of Kabob Ft. Lauderdale on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
How does Shahs of Kabob Ft. Lauderdale compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?
Shahs of Kabob Ft. Lauderdale most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.
Has Shahs of Kabob Ft. Lauderdale's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Shahs of Kabob Ft. Lauderdale have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Shahs of Kabob Ft. Lauderdale 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 Shahs of Kabob Ft. Lauderdale inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Shahs of Kabob Ft. Lauderdale is inspected around four times per year on average.
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