CARVEL AND BLIMPIE Health Score — Fort Lauderdale, FL

3600 W COMMERCIAL BLVD, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309

Inspections on file 1
High-risk violations 1
Inspected 8/17/2026
Fort Lauderdale avg 88 / 100
C
74 / 100
Fair

1 high-risk issue, 5 moderate issues, 4 minor issues found

Inspected August 17, 2026 Administrative complaint recommended

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How this compares

This restaurant scored better than 11% of restaurants in Fort Lauderdale. The city average ClearScore is 88 / 100.

Location

Inspection Breakdown

High Risk
1
Moderate
5
Minor
4

Violations Found

  • High Risk Food protection, cross-contamination
  • Moderate Employee health knowledge; ill/symptomatic employee present
  • Moderate Dishwashing facilities; chemical test kit(s); gauges
  • Moderate Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
  • Moderate Hand wash sinks, hand washing supplies and hand wash sign
  • Moderate Garbage and refuse; premises maintained
  • Minor Floors, walls, ceilings and attached equipment properly constructed and clean; rooms and equipment properly vented ×2
  • Minor Food management certification valid / Employee training verification ×2

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Frequently Asked Questions

CARVEL AND BLIMPIE received a ClearScore of 74/100 (Grade C) on its inspection on August 17, 2026. While it did not receive a failing grade, inspectors found 10 violations, including 1 high-risk issue. We recommend reviewing the full violation list before visiting.

The primary violations at CARVEL AND BLIMPIE on August 17, 2026 were intermediate-level issues (5 moderate violations), which relate to equipment maintenance, hygiene practices, and handling procedures. There was also 1 high-risk and 4 minor violations recorded.

CARVEL AND BLIMPIE was last inspected on August 17, 2026 by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). Florida restaurants are typically inspected 1–3 times per year on an unannounced basis, with more frequent visits following serious violations.

CARVEL AND BLIMPIE received a Grade C (ClearScore 74/100) on its most recent inspection. There was 1 high-risk violation noted, which are worth reviewing before your visit. We recommend checking the specific violations listed above.

After receiving an administrative complaint recommendation, CARVEL AND BLIMPIE is required to address the violations found. The DBPR may schedule a follow-up inspection to verify corrections. You can check the current status of CARVEL AND BLIMPIE's license directly at myfloridalicense.com.

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