Homestead — Food Safety Records
Homestead, Florida has 157 food establishments with 3,216 inspections on record. The pass rate is 89.8%, above the state average of 85.8%. Inspections average 8 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Sushi Sake Homestead in Homestead on July 7, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Homestead Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Homestead
89.8%
Pass Rate
89.8%
Florida Average
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
Homestead
8
Avg Violations / Inspection
8
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Homestead
0
Closures per 100 Facilities
0
Florida Average
2
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
Homestead Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flamingo Lodge and Restaurant | 5 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Las Chavelas Taqueria | 1 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Dunkin Donuts #082 | 5 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Checkers #5269 | 7 (1 high) | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Restaurant El Trovador | 6 (1 high) | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Courtyard by Marriott South Homestead | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Checkers #5269 | 16 (5 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Restaurant El Trovador | 17 (3 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Chipotle Mexican Grill #2606 | 4 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Miami Divasgentlemen's Club | 15 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
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 |
| Other fire safety violation | 7 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 7 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 7 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 3 |
Homestead: Notable Restaurants
China Garden Chinese Restaurant
43 inspections
532 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
Dunkin Donuts #082
21 inspections
79 violations
Homestead: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 6 | 340 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 3 | 246 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 3 | 175 | 0 |
| Pollo Tropical | 3 | 595 | 0 |
| Wendys | 3 | 285 | 0 |
| Sushi Sake | 2 | 588 | 1 |
| Dominos | 2 | 157 | 0 |
| Kfc | 2 | 169 | 0 |
| Chick-fil-a | 2 | 23 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 2 | 123 | 0 |
Homestead Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Homestead?
- Homestead, Florida has 157 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 85.8%.
- 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 percentage points above the state average of 85.8%. The average violations per inspection is 8 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Homestead?
- Food establishments in Homestead have an average of 20.5 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 (155)
Arepas Venegara
26700 SOUTH DIXIW HWY, Homestead
8 inspections · 67 violations · Last: Jan 2026Burger King Restaurant #16847
28644 SW 137 AVE, Homestead
17 inspections · 66 violations · Last: Jul 2026La Diosa Bakery
1418 NE 8 ST, Homestead
8 inspections · 65 violations · Last: Jul 2026Subway 34657
3090 NE 41 TERRACE, Homestead
14 inspections · 63 violations · Last: Jul 2026McDonald's #31341
2880 NE 8 ST, Homestead
14 inspections · 63 violations · Last: Oct 2025McDonalds 1108
30335 S FEDERAL HWY, Homestead
13 inspections · 62 violations · Last: Aug 2026Royal Palace Banquet Hall
1825 NE 8 ST, Homestead
13 inspections · 61 violations · Last: Jun 2026Mike's Pizzeria
1541 SE 12 AVE, Homestead
12 inspections · 60 violations · Last: Feb 2026Flama Brazilian Steakhouse
27667 S DIXIE HWY, Homestead
12 inspections · 58 violations · Last: Mar 2026Outback Steakhouse
2835 NE 8 ST, Homestead
14 inspections · 57 violations · Last: Mar 2026Menchies Frozen Yogurt
2512 NE 10TH COURT SPACE B-2512, Homestead
16 inspections · 55 violations · Last: May 2026Taco Bell #042966
13610 SW 288 ST, Homestead
19 inspections · 50 violations · Last: Jun 2026McDonald's
13690 BISCAYNE DR, Homestead
14 inspections · 50 violations · Last: Aug 2026Taco Rico
895 NE 43 AVE, Homestead
7 inspections · 48 violations · Last: Mar 2026Hampton Inn & Suites, Miami-south/homestead
2855 NE 9TH ST, Homestead
13 inspections · 48 violations · Last: Oct 2025Ihop 36-242
35 NORTH HOMESTEAD BLVD, Homestead
8 inspections · 45 violations · Last: Dec 2025Subway 51925 INC
327 KROME AVE, Homestead
13 inspections · 45 violations · Last: Jul 2025Subway
897 N HOMESTEAD BLVD, Homestead
15 inspections · 43 violations · Last: Oct 2025Subway 45847
2528 NE 10TH COURT, Homestead
13 inspections · 40 violations · Last: Oct 2025Havana Sugar
1320 N HOMESTEAD BLVD, Homestead
4 inspections · 39 violations · Last: Oct 2025