CRAFT FT LAUDERDALE

Name: CRAFT FT LAUDERDALE
Address: 551 N FEDERAL HWY #600, FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, 33301, US
Rating: 62.5

551 N FEDERAL HWY #600, FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33301

License #1623869

62.5 Grade F / 100

Failing Health Score

How is this score calculated? →

Latest inspection

July 22, 2026 · 2 findings · 0 critical

Routine - Food (emergency-order follow-up)

View inspection data

Need help reading this?

Newest inspection first. Red dots matter most.

The score is the shortcut, but the inspection timeline is the proof. Start with the newest visit, then scan for repeat critical or major findings.

Critical

Highest-priority rows.

Major

Worth checking for repeats.

Minor

Usually lower-risk context.

Quick take

CRAFT FT LAUDERDALE in FORT LAUDERDALE currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 62.5 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has 4 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on July 22, 2026. Across those visits, DBPR recorded 30 total findings; InspectFL has detailed violation rows for 26 of them so far.

How to read this page

Start with the newest inspection, then verify the pattern

The score is the shortcut. The inspection timeline is the real story. Read the latest visit first, open the official DBPR record when you need the source, then compare this restaurant with other options nearby.

Read latest inspection ↓ Open official DBPR ↗ Compare nearby ↓

Record snapshot

What stands out in this inspection history

Use this as context before you scroll through every inspection.

Inspections on file

Clean inspections

Callback visits

Latest clean pass

None on file yet

The latest inspection on July 22, 2026 shows 2 observation rows, all minor, which is usually a better sign than repeat high-priority findings.

Official recordInspection data quality

DBPR source + data confidenceWhat’s powering this page

Official source: DBPR

Inspection coverage

100%

Inspector notes

Coverage note

Inspector notes linked where available

InspectFL turns public DBPR records into a scan-friendly timeline. Use the official DBPR link when you want to verify the newest inspection at the source. InspectFL reorganizes public DBPR inspection records into a page you can actually scan. When exact inspector notes are available, they appear inline. Otherwise, the page falls back to violation categories plus the official DBPR record.

What you’ll see here

•Inspector notes appear inline when available.
•The official DBPR inspection timeline still stays visible, even on pages with zero violations or zero inspector notes.

⚠️

DBPR ordered this restaurant shut on July 21, 2026

The restaurant was allowed to reopen on July 22, 2026 after passing a callback inspection (Emergency Order Callback Complied). Recent compliance can pull the overall score up quickly because the InspectFL Health Score weighs callbacks heavily.

Disposition: Emergency order recommended · View official DBPR record →

Map + verificationLocation + actions

Open the place or verify the recordSee the place, then share or verify

Open in Google Maps ↗ Open in Apple Maps ↗

DBPR

*Scores are calculated by InspectFL based on public DBPR inspection data and are not official state ratings.

Inspection timeline

Inspection History

Read the newest inspection first, then scan for patterns. Repeated high-priority findings matter more than one isolated bad day.

Critical Major Minor

Inspector notes are being added across all restaurants. Some inspections may only show violation codes until notes are available.

Official DBPR inspection report ↗

Disposition: Emergency Order Callback Complied
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated mold-like substance. Throughout the kitchen.
[16-46-4] Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. At the triple sink, most containers have old labels still attached.

Official DBPR inspection report ↗

Disposition: Emergency order recommended
[10-12-5] In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. At the bar, the ice scoop was stored on the top on the side with black residue. The scoop was washed and sanitized.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At the bar, flys landing on the cut fruit caddy. The caddy was emptied, washed and sanitized.
[31A-09-4] Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At the end of the cook line, the corner hand sink is blocked by a trash can. The trash can was removed
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated mold-like substance. Throughout the kitchen.
[16-46-4] Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. At the triple sink, most containers have old labels still attached.
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
[35A-02-7] Live, small flying insects found Approximately 20 live small flying insects landing on the power cords of the hanging lights over the bar Approximately 20 live small flying insects landing on the wall next to the bar by the office 1 live small flying insect landing on a new pizza box over the bar 2 live small flying insects landing on the cut fruit caddy on the bar Approximately 10 live small flying insects landing on the drain behind the bar
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At the bar, a spray bottle of table cleaner was missing its label. The person in charge labeled the bottle
[53B-13-5] 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.
[41-10-4] Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. At the kitchen storage rack, a spray bottle of sanitizer was stored with the buns. The spray bottle was removed
[12B-07-4] Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On top of the reach in cooler next to the pizza station, a cup of coffee was stored on top. The cup was removed.

For business owners

Own or manage a business?

FairScore is a separate free beta for business owners who want a fairer way to understand online reviewer behavior.

Join with Google Learn More

FairScore does not change InspectFL scores, inspection data, rankings, or coverage.

Community reaction

What do locals think?

Use the inspection history as the starting point, then compare it with real diner feedback. Vote first, then scroll a little lower to add what you actually saw.

Community pulse