Homestead — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Homestead, Florida has 343 food establishments with 3,153 inspections on record. The pass rate is 89.8%, above the state average of 85.9%. Inspections average 8.1 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $400 assessed to Genesis Bakery & Cafe in Homestead on January 5, 2026.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated June 2026.

343Facilities
3,153Total Inspections
0Closures 2026
89.8%Pass Rate
8.1Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
China Garden Chinese Restaurant 43 532 2
China Yan 35 569 1
Peking House 33 514 1
Big Crazy Taco 33 498 1
Royal Palm Grill & Deli 34 489 1

Homestead Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Homestead 89.8% Pass Rate 89.8%
Florida Average 85.9% Pass Rate 85.9%
Homestead 8.1 Avg Violations / Inspection 8.1
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Homestead 0 Closures per 100 Facilities 0
Florida Average 1.35 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.35

Homestead Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
El Puerto De Vallarta 7 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Panda Express 1733 3 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
La Michoacana 14 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Dunkin Donuts #90 11 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Taco Bell #042966 5 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Burger King #4 2 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Cozy Greens 1 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Dominos Pizza #5170 4 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Royal Palm Grill & Deli 13 Call Back - Complied
Royal Palm Grill & Deli 12 (3 high) Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Homestead Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Homestead Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

92Actions on Record
$33,160Total Fines
$360Avg Fine
$1,200Largest Fine
60Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Jan 5, 2026 Genesis Bakery & Cafe $400 1--2025079927
Feb 26, 2026 Bangkok Cuisine INC $400 1--2026006806
Apr 8, 2026 China Garden Chinese Restaurant $400 1--2026002942
Mar 2, 2026 Goodtown Buffet $360 1--2025073020
Feb 24, 2026 My Taco Stand $320 1--2025064782
Dec 10, 2025 China Pan $200 1--2025079029
Mar 5, 2026 Hooky Entertainment Homestead $200 1--2026001227
Apr 23, 2026 Dr Limon Homestead $200 1--2026015165
May 19, 2026 Portofino Coal Fired Pizza $200 1--2026029069

Homestead Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

61Fire Violations
37Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Exit blocked or locked 24
Propane tank stored inside building 13
Missing boiler certificate/report 7
Fire extinguisher in red zone 7
Other fire safety violation 7
Cooking without hood suppression 3

Homestead Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Homestead has 188 FDACS-regulated facilities with 343 inspections on record and 63 stop-sale orders issued.

188Retail Facilities
343FDACS Inspections
63Stop-Sale Orders

Homestead FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

DateFacilityProductReason
Vepor Home and Grocery Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Vepor Home and Grocery Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Vepor Home and Grocery Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Vepor Home and Grocery Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Vepor Home and Grocery Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Vepor Home and Grocery Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
Vepor Home and Grocery Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
Vepor Home and Grocery Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
Vepor Home and Grocery Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
Vepor Home and Grocery Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling

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Homestead FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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Homestead Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Walgreens 6 1 743
Publix 3 30 875
Walmart 3 77 608
7-Eleven 3 84 2,422
Family Dollar 2 316 950
Marathon 2 0 180
Chevron 2 283 1,145
RaceTrac 2 29 460

All Florida retail food chains →

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Homestead: Notable Restaurants

Homestead: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Subway 6 329 0
Wendys 3 284 0
Dunkin 3 241 0
McDonalds 3 172 0
Pollo Tropical 3 580 0
Kfc 2 166 0
Chick-fil-a 2 23 0
Taco Bell 2 110 0
Sushi Sake 2 588 1
Buffalo Wild Wings 1 208 0

Homestead Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Homestead?
Homestead, Florida has 343 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Homestead?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Homestead is 89.8%. The Florida state average is 85.9%.
What are the most common health violations in Homestead?
The most frequently cited violations in Homestead are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Homestead?
Subway has the most locations in Homestead with 6 establishments.
How does Homestead compare to the Florida state average?
Homestead has a pass rate of 89.8%, which is 3.9 percentage points above the state average of 85.9%. The average violations per inspection is 8.1 compared to the state average of 4.66.
How often are restaurants inspected in Homestead?
Food establishments in Homestead have an average of 9.2 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Homestead been assessed?
Food establishments in Homestead have been assessed $33,160 in fines across 92 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $360 and the largest single fine was $1,200.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Homestead restaurants?
61 fire safety violations have been documented across 37 food establishments in Homestead. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Homestead inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Homestead, Florida has 188 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 343 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Homestead?
FDACS has issued 63 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Homestead. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

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Homestead Restaurants & Food Establishments (340)

House of Smokes & Vapes FDACS Retail

26835 S DIXIE HWY, Homestead

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store/Prepackaged/No Food Service

Navarro Discount Pharmacy # 10724 FDACS Retail

2614 NE 10th CT, Homestead

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store/Prepackaged/No Food Service

Sprouts Farmers Market # 641 FDACS Retail

2631 NE 10th CT, Homestead

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Max 17 Corporation #4 FDACS Retail

28000 S Dixie Hwy, Homestead

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Family Food of Homestead Establishment # 342940 FDACS Retail

59 SW 8th ST, Homestead

FDACS Retail Food

Daily's Bakery and Supply FDACS Retail

1219 NE 8th ST, Homestead

FDACS Retail Food · Retail Bakery w/FS

Mega Dollar & Discount Store FDACS Retail

911 N Krome Ave, Homestead

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store/Prepackaged/No Food Service

Ezz Grocery FDACS Retail

31462 SW 133rd Ave, Homestead

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Presidente Supermarket #44 FDACS Retail

240 NE 8th ST, Homestead

FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket

Murphy Express #8976 FDACS Retail

2355 NE 8 St, Homestead

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Rk Dollar & Beauty Supply FDACS Retail

1611 NE 8th ST, Homestead

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store/Prepackaged/No Food Service

Mango Tree Supermarket FDACS Retail

625 Washington Ave, Homestead

FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket

Sweet Bakery Cafeteria INC FDACS Retail

1467 N Krome Ave, Homestead

FDACS Retail Food · Retail Bakery w/FS

Walmart #3183 (main) FDACS Retail

1499 N Homestead Blvd, Homestead

FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket

La Patrona Bakery FDACS Retail

156 W Mowry DR, Homestead

FDACS Retail Food · Wholesale Bakery

La Patrona Bakery Corporation FDACS Retail

110 W Mowry DR, Homestead

FDACS Retail Food · Retail Bakery w/FS

Redland 272 LLC FDACS Retail

17695 SW 272 ST, Homestead

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Lilo's Grocery Store FDACS Retail

104 W Mowry DR, Homestead

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Delicias Sm #2 FDACS Retail

28700 SW 144TH AVE, Homestead

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

Pinecrest Bakery 3 Establishment #: 358710 FDACS Retail

2540 NE 10th CT, Homestead

FDACS Retail Food · Retail Bakery wiFS Inspected By: WENNDY AYERDIS,