Caprichos Mexicanos

5333 N State Route 7, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33319
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Nov 5, 2025
61
Score
Medium Risk

Across the available record, Caprichos Mexicanos has four inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 5, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around three violations to closer to five violations.

Compared to other Fort Lauderdale restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

4
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
61
Feb 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
86
Nov 16, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Chlorine 25 Ppm . Operator added more chlorine rechecked 100 Ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-42-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at front counter
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed bulletin **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter ice station In-use utensil stored in standing water temperature of 71F
10-07-4
67
Sep 19, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Caprichos Mexicanos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Caprichos Mexicanos on file is from Nov 5, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Caprichos Mexicanos compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?

Caprichos Mexicanos most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.

Has Caprichos Mexicanos' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Caprichos Mexicanos have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Caprichos Mexicanos 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 Caprichos Mexicanos inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Caprichos Mexicanos is inspected roughly once per year on average.