Homestead — Food Safety Records
Homestead, Florida has 166 food establishments with 3,267 inspections on record. The pass rate is 89.8%, above the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 8.1 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Sushi Sake Homestead in Homestead on July 7, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.
Homestead Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Homestead
89.8%
Pass Rate
89.8%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
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
1.96
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.96
Homestead Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Tarascas Restaurant | 15 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Goodtown Buffet | 40 (12 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Mi Bella Guatemala | 1 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Dunkin Donuts #90 | 6 (3 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Salvadoran Cuisine | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Mmabes Frutas Frescas Y Cafe | 4 | Call Back - Extension given, pending | |
| Hidalgos Cafeteria & Restaurant | 12 (3 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Events Banquet Hall | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Mmabes Frutas Frescas Y Cafe | 21 (9 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Mi Bella Guatemala | 12 (1 high) | Warning Issued |
Homestead Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 44,691 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 44,276 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 44,184 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 35,003 |
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 34,940 |
Homestead Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 7, 2026 | Sushi Sake Homestead | $800 | 1--2026005416 |
| Feb 26, 2026 | Bangkok Cuisine INC | $400 | 1--2026006806 |
| Jul 22, 2026 | Restaurant El Trovador #2 | $400 | 1--2025060470 |
| Jul 1, 2026 | Redland Ice Cream & Bakery | $400 | 1--2026013694 |
| Apr 8, 2026 | China Garden Chinese Restaurant | $400 | 1--2026002942 |
| Jun 24, 2026 | Good Taste Caribbean Restaurant | $360 | 1--2026037615 |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Goodtown Buffet | $360 | 1--2025073020 |
| Mar 5, 2026 | Hooky Entertainment Homestead | $200 | 1--2026001227 |
| May 19, 2026 | Portofino Coal Fired Pizza | $200 | 1--2026029069 |
| Dec 10, 2025 | China Pan | $200 | 1--2025079029 |
Homestead Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Exit blocked or locked | 24 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 13 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 7 |
| Other fire safety violation | 7 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 7 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 3 |
Homestead: Notable Restaurants
China Garden Chinese Restaurant
44 inspections
542 violations
2 closures
China Yan
35 inspections
569 violations
1 closures
Big Crazy Taco
35 inspections
542 violations
1 closures
Good Taste Caribbean Restaurant
43 inspections
350 violations
1 closures
Restaurant El Trovador #2
39 inspections
564 violations
Goodtown Buffet
5 inspections
126 violations
Homestead: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 6 | 351 | 0 |
| Pollo Tropical | 3 | 598 | 0 |
| Wendys | 3 | 287 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 3 | 252 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 3 | 189 | 0 |
| Dominos | 2 | 157 | 0 |
| Kfc | 2 | 169 | 0 |
| Chick-fil-a | 2 | 23 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 2 | 127 | 0 |
| Sushi Sake | 2 | 588 | 1 |
Homestead Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Homestead?
- Homestead, Florida has 166 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 85.7%.
- 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 4.1 percentage points above the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 8.1 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Homestead?
- Food establishments in Homestead have an average of 19.7 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 $31,000 in fines across 85 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $365 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.
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Homestead Restaurants & Food Establishments (165)
Mario's Family Restaurant
1090 N HOMESTEAD BLVD, Homestead
25 inspections · 434 violations · Last: Jul 2026Son of a Pizza Pub
30390 OLD DIXIE HWY, Homestead
28 inspections · 420 violations · Last: Apr 2026Hidalgos Cafeteria & Restaurant
24961 S DIXIE HWY, Homestead
30 inspections · 377 violations · Last: Sep 2026La Cruzada Restaurant
331 PARK PL, Homestead
33 inspections · 375 violations · Last: Jan 2026China Pan
23250 SW 112 AVE, Homestead
30 inspections · 369 violations · Last: Aug 2026Sams Country Kitchen Homestead
1320 N KROME AVE, Homestead
28 inspections · 361 violations · Last: Sep 2026Yoshibachi
250 N HOMESTEAD BLVD., Homestead
28 inspections · 360 violations · Last: Apr 2026Sonic Drive in
2425 NE 8 ST, Homestead
32 inspections · 349 violations · Last: Aug 2026Five Spice Vietnamese Pho and Sushi Bar
1801 NE 8 ST, Homestead
31 inspections · 348 violations · Last: Aug 2026Shanghai N Tokyo
3088 NE 41 TERR, Homestead
23 inspections · 340 violations · Last: Sep 2026Happy House
28708 S DIXIE HWY, Homestead
23 inspections · 334 violations · Last: Mar 2026Portofino Coal Fired Pizza
650 NE 22ND TERRACE STE 112, Homestead
29 inspections · 326 violations · Last: Sep 2026Del Campo Latin Food & Cafe Lc
24655 SW 112 AVENUE SUITE 108-109, Homestead
32 inspections · 325 violations · Last: Aug 2026Mowry Street Restaurant
328 W MOWRY ST, Homestead
29 inspections · 324 violations · Last: Feb 2026Shivers BBQ
28001 S DIXIE HWY, Homestead
29 inspections · 321 violations · Last: Apr 2026Jenni's Panaderia Salvadorena Corp
204 WASHINGTON AVE, Homestead
28 inspections · 313 violations · Last: Mar 2026Keg South
27591 S DIXIE HWY, Homestead
24 inspections · 294 violations · Last: Mar 2026La Pasadita
624 N ENGLISH AVENUE, Homestead
28 inspections · 294 violations · Last: Sep 2026Jalisco Restaurant
30360 OLD DIXIE HWY, Homestead
23 inspections · 293 violations · Last: Aug 2026Las Tarascas Restaurant
306 NE 8 ST, Homestead
26 inspections · 284 violations · Last: Sep 2026