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DON MARKO PIZZA & PASTA

5945 S UNIVERSITY DR, DAVIE · Broward County

Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a plastic bucket stored in the handwashing sink in the kitchen. Operator removed the plastic bucket.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers of oil stored on the floor. Operator stored properly.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed open bottle of Pepsi in the reach in cooler by the walk in cooler. Operator stored properly.
In-use knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment in the kitchen. Operator stored properly.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed the scoop handle in contact with bread crumbs in the kitchen. Operator removed scoop handle from bread crumbs.

APPLEBEE'S NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL AND BAR

10135 PINES BLVD, PEMBROKE PINES · Broward County

Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Manager placed in dumpster
Open dumpster lid.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Kitchen Employee clean and mopped kitchen floor

PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA #479

4994 W ATLANTIC BLVD, MARGATE · Broward County

Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. 1. Bottle of peroxide disinfectant stored on top pizza sauce boxes. Operator stored properly.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture of back door missing.

BEYOND BILLIARDS

5705 S UNIVERSITY DR, DAVIE · Broward County

Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon and chicken stored over ready to eat French fries and pasta. Operator stored properly.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink with a strainer stored in it. Operator removed strainer.
No soap provided at back handwashing sink. Operator added soap.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at the bar.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Operator cleaned out the standing water.
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TACO BELL #042938

1830 S FEDERAL HWY, FORT LAUDERDALE · Broward County

Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee folded a cardboard box, changed gloves and proceed to fill up saucers without washing hands first, after manager educated employee on proper hand wash, employee discarded gloves, washed hands and put in new pair of gloves.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walk in cooler- left side wall- build up of black like substance.

13702 W SR 84, DAVIE · Broward County

Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on burner stove shredded carrots and noodles mixed (115-120F - Hot Holding) per employee held out of temperature less than 1 hour. Employee turned up heat rechecked 168F
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed in walk in cooler Thai curry sauce per operator prepared 10/05 not date marked.
Establishment advertised crab on menu/menu board but served imitation crab. Observed menu with crab and shrimp salad operator using imitation krab.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed In-use utensil stored in standing water 85F on top of freezer chest next to rice cooker.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Next to flip top cooler in back kitchen.
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15711 SHERIDAN ST, DAVIE · Broward County

Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice (75F - Hot Holding) on cook line per operator held out of temperature 2 hours. Operator placed in walk-in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in walk-in cooler a pan of raw chicken stored on top of a bucket of fresh garlic and oil
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed pan egg rolls (55F - Cooling); tempura chicken (47F - Cooling) in cover plastic container per operator prepared yesterday and stored in walk-in cooler overnight. See stop sale.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 3 large roaches crawling underneath cook line 6 live roaches on the floor underneath cart on cook line. 3 roaches on the floor front line expo station. 6 live roaches on pipe underneath 3 compartment sink. 1 live roach crawling on table by can opener holder.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in lower flip top fresh garlic and oil (55F - Cold Holding) per operator was left out at room temperature for preparing dishes. Held out of temperature 30 minutes Observed in lower flip top egg rolls (55F - Cold Holding); spare ribs (55F) per operator held out of temperature less than 2 hours. Operator placed in walk-in cooler Thai curry.
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12516 W SUNRISE BLVD, SUNRISE · Broward County

Hot water turned off at employees handwash sink resulting in employees using only cold water to wash their hands. Water temperature upon arrival 77.F. Manager turned on during inspection and employees washed hands correctly.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Water temperature 77F. Observed hot water turned off at employees handwashing sinks. Manager turned on during inspection. Retake to 91F
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.

BANCHERO / LA MARIELLA

2500 E HALLANDALE BEACH BLVD STE G, HALLANDALE BEACH · Broward County

Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. As observed by: 1. Zero (0) ppm chlorine. 2. Discolored and expired test strips (Dec 2025).
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed extreme buildup of food debris on dough mixers (2) in kitchen.
Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Observed empty sanitizer supply (0 ppm chlorine). Operator replaced, primed and tested 100 ppm.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed renovations in progress, including but not limited to Hand washing sinks, prep sinks, additional dining area, server station expansion, etc.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Extreme buildup of food debris on kitchen floor.
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ST BESS KITCHEN

8318 W OAKLAND PARK BLVD, SUNRISE · Broward County

Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substances buildup on wall at dishwashing area.

ASIAN FUSION BUFFET

117 HARBOR VILLAGE LN, APOLLO BEACH · Hillsborough County

Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked Chicken wings 112 F on buffet table, manager voluntarily discarded.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 5 live roaches above 3 compartment sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked corn 48 F sitting high up in reach in cooler, manager placed down in cooler.
Live, small flying insects found. 1 live fly near buffet table. Removed and sanitized at time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards.
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4026 W HILLSBORO BLVD, DEERFIELD BEACH · Broward County

Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw salmon. Chef moved both items
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with chemicals not labeled. Manager labeled
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Stored food not covered.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Metal pans stacked wet

LA COSTA RESTAURANT

1855 S STATE RD 7, FORT LAUDERDALE · Broward County

Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken(124F - Hot Holding); Pork (124F - Hot Holding) Employee reheated foods to 190f
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.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

JEANS JAMAICAN RESTAURANT AND BAKERY

8777 NW 50 ST, LAUDERHILL · Broward County

Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw shell eggs stored over cornmeal in walk in cooler. Operator removed cornmeal to top shelf.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marked on gravy stored in walk in cooler. Per operator, gravy cooked more than 24 hours.
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed some employees training expired on 09/23/2026.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ -Observed food manager certification expired on 09/23/2026.
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DUFFY'S SPORTS GRILL

4800 HILLSBORO BLVD #18, COCONUT CREEK · Broward County

Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Pork ribs being thawed in standing water. Chef put ribs under running water
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Metal pans being stacked wet.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Clean Plates stored dirty with specks of old food stuck on plates at cook line. Washed pans with old food residue stuck on pans. Employee removed all plates to dishwasher
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Two door cooler on cook line has standing water inside unit.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Cut avocados at salad station still had farm stickers on them, employee discarded cut avocados and removed stickers and washed before cutting.

ALLY'S COMFORT CAFE

13674 W STATE RD 84, DAVIE · Broward County

Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed can cream style corn 6 pounds 10 ounces
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed next to steam table sausage gravy (67F - Cold Holding) per operator removed from walk-in cooler and placed on line not portioned or prepared today held out of temperature approximately 45 minutes. Operator placed in ice bath to cool.
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracked raw shell eggs changed gloves then handled clean plate without washing hands. Employee washed hands.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk-in cooler diced cooked potatoes (47-55F - Cooling) stored in deep covered pan per operator prepared on 10/06 and held in walk-in cooler overnight.
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 Ppm
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6341 N ANDREWS AVE, FORT LAUDERDALE · Broward County

Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets at 2 door low top reach in cooler on cook line in poor repair
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed at chest freezer lid. Lid in poor repair and has exposed insulation
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed above reach in cooler in prep area
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed at fire extinguisher next to front entrance

NO1 BEIJING CHINESE TAKEOUT INC

3045 N FEDERAL HWY # 60A, FT LAUDERDALE · Broward County

Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Walk In Cooler- observed raw chicken stored above raw beef. Operator reorganized unit.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Walk In Cooler- observed bin with meat covered with a cotton apron, operator removed apron.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. White reach in freezer - observed fish heads stored inside plastic shopping bag. Operator removed fish heads from bag and stored inside food grade container.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm), operator made new solution. Chlorine 100ppm.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1) front counter Glass Reach in cooler - Brown rice (63F); egg roll (65F - Cold Holding); Cream Cheese filling (57F - Cold Holding). Items not prepped or portioned today per operator items removed from walk in cooler approximately 2 hours ago. Operator moved items from unit into walk in cooler to quick chill. 2) FLIP TOP// ; raw shrimp (46F - Cold Holding ); raw beef (47F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding) Items not prepped or portioned today per operator items removed from walk in cooler approximately 2 hours ago. Operator moved items from unit into walk in cooler to quick chill.
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4613 S UNIVERSITY DR, DAVIE · Broward County

Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm). Operator corrected to 100ppm.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw smoked salmon stored over ready to eat fruits in the reach in freezer and neither item was in its commercial packaging. Operator stored properly.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels used to line the containers of food in the flip top cooler. Operator removed paper towels.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed smoked salmon not identified as raw on the menu. Operator printed the consumer advisory and identified the items on the menu containing raw products.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket stored in the handwashing sink. Operator removed sanitizer bucket from the kitchen.
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TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE

1851 CORDOVA RD, FORT LAUDERDALE · Broward County

Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. December 1, 2025 - establishment is open and selling food to customers.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee began to work, grabbed a clean blender to make a customer order, without washing hands first, after educated employee on proper hand wash procedures, employee washed hands.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Front kitchen- garbage can in front, employee removed.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All expired on 7/4/2026
Equipment in poor repair. 2) flip top-broken cover.

5524 W OAKLAND PARK BLVD, LAUDERHILL · Broward County

Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -Observed Non food grade thank you to go bags in contact with raw frozen chicken gizzards in reach in freezer.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. -Observed employee grab raw cat fish from walk in cooler and proceeded to handle clean equipment. Employee changed gloves no hand wash.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed in employee restroom inside kitchen area 1 live roach crawling on sink and trash can.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - Observed inside walk in cooler raw chicken gizzards (65F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); raw cat fish (64F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (64F - Cold Holding); chicken liver (64F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (48F - Cold Holding) food not prepared or portioned today. As per operator food out of temperature due to service. As per operator food out of temperature for approximately 2.5 hours. Employee placed inside reach in freezer to quick chill. see stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. -Observed chicken on prep table near fryers on time with no label. Employee added time label.
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RESTO CAFE CORPORATION

6700 N. ANDREWS AVE #108, FORT LAUDERDALE · Broward County

Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Multiple items date marked for 8 days. Discussed proper date marking with operator. Operator redated
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs stored above unwashed produce in residential combo reach in cooler. Operator reorganized
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed cleaned and dried zip lock bags in ware washing area. Operator discarded
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at 1 door white reach in freezer

WHISKEY CREEK HIDEOUT AT MIZELL STATE PARK

6503 N OCEAN DR, DANIA BEACH · Broward County

Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In reach in three door freezer, raw burger patties stored above ready to eat onion rings. Employee moved raw burger Katies to bottom shelf.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Emailed poster to manager
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. One employee does not have proof of food handler certification.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed poster to operator

FIREBIRDS WOOD FIRED GRILL

304 SW 145 AVE STE 101, PEMBROKE PINES · Broward County

Employee washed hands with no soap. Employee in cook line washed hands without soap. After manager educated employee on proper hand wash procedures, employee washed hands using soap.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Mop sink next to dishwasher area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Food not prep or portioned today. Grill station-; clarified butter (70F - Cold Holding); key lime butter (80F - Cold Holding); ; chimi butter (79F - Cold Holding), per employee, food held for three hours, and stated that butters and sauces need to be at room temperature. Advised operator added the sauces and butters to list of time temperature control food- employee added time label and added to form .
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee wearing gloves, grabbed cleaning brush to clean grill, then continue touching clean food containers using same gloves. After manager educated employee on proper hand wash procedures, employee discarded gloves, washed hands and put in new pair of gloves.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Dishwasher area -two carts and piles of clean containers in front of sink-employee removed all.
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6403 STIRLING ROAD, DAVIE · Broward County

Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Trays of raw shell eggs stored above Croissants and ham in double doors white Reach in cooler. Inverted during inspection.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee began work and proceeded to engaged in food preparation without first washing hands. Reviewed proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Preparation Table- ; Shredded Yellow and White Cheese (47-53F - Cold Holding). Per cook food items on table less than an hours. Items not prepared or portioned today. Observed items stored on prep table without temperature control. Employee stored in reach in cooler for quick chill.
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee moved trash can, cashed out guest and then engaged in food preparation without first removing gloves or washing hands. Reviewed proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee wearing dangling bracelets.

POPEYE'S LOUISIANA KITCHEN

1450 N UNIVERSITY DRIVE, PEMBROKE PINES · Broward County

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 poster to manager.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed poster to manager.

1450 S POWERLINE RD, POMPANO BEACH · Broward County

Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Dial probe thermometer calibrated at 40F. Operator replaced and discarded inaccurate thermometer
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee use hand wash sink at beverage station as dump/rinse sink. Instructed employee to use designated dump sink
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Not provided for 3 new employees. Provided to operator
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed above brewed coffees in beverage cooler, operator marked and properly stored

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