Garden Inn Homestead in Homestead
Last inspected:
51 S Homestead Blvd, Homestead, FL 33030Garden Inn Homestead in Homestead has had 23 inspections on record between November 2020 and October 2025, documenting 197 total violations — an average of 8.6 violations per inspection, significantly above the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. Two disciplinary actions resulted in combined fines of $880.
Proper cooking temperatures, time as a control measure, and hand washing violations have been recurring findings across multiple inspections. Food contact surface violations and chemical storage issues have also appeared repeatedly. The facility has received formal warnings and call-back inspections with extensions pending, indicating systemic compliance challenges over the inspection period.
The most recent inspection on October 23, 2025 documented 24 violations (2 intermediate, 10 basic, and listed 6 high-priority violation types) and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Garden Inn Homestead in Homestead: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
Garden Inn Homestead in Homestead: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $880.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2017026318 | $520.00 | Apr 25, 2017 | Orlando | |
| 1--2016021372 | $360.00 | Apr 5, 2016 | Fort Lauderdale |
Garden Inn Homestead in Homestead: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 17 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 7 inspections68 violations · 39 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 23 violations (14 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Garden Inn Homestead in Homestead: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Garden Inn Homestead in Homestead last inspected?
- Garden Inn Homestead in Homestead was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 23, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Garden Inn Homestead in Homestead?
- The most frequently cited violations at Garden Inn Homestead in Homestead are: Proper cooking temps, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Garden Inn Homestead in Homestead had?
- Garden Inn Homestead in Homestead has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Garden Inn Homestead in Homestead find?
- Garden Inn Homestead in Homestead was most recently inspected on October 23, 2025 with 12 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Garden Inn Homestead in Homestead ever been shut down?
- No, Garden Inn Homestead in Homestead has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Garden Inn Homestead in Homestead faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Garden Inn Homestead in Homestead has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $880.00 in fines.
- How much has Garden Inn Homestead in Homestead been fined?
- Garden Inn Homestead in Homestead has been fined a total of $880.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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