Panda Express in Homestead

Last inspected:

33550 S Dixie Hwy, Homestead, FL 33034

Part of: Panda Express Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Panda Express 1733 in Homestead has been inspected 23 times on record, accumulating 125 violations—an average of 5.4 per inspection, slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed once on March 17, 2017 for roach activity, and received a $400 fine in one disciplinary action. High-priority violations have been recurring throughout the record, including food contact surface issues (cited in at least 8 inspections), toxic substance control failures, improper cooking temperatures, and time-as-a-control-measure violations. The most recent inspection on September 29, 2025 documented 14 violations including two high-priority findings: employee health reporting and proper cooking temperatures. The inspection was completed with no further action required.

Most recent closure: March 17, 2017 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.

26Inspections
134Violations
1Closures
2Fire
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Panda Express in Homestead: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 5.2 violations / inspection 5.2 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.71 violations / inspection 6.71 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

Panda Express in Homestead: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Panda Express 1733 in Homestead
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 10:19:00

Panda Express in Homestead: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Panda Express 1733 in Homestead
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2017013434 $400.00 Mar 17, 2017 Miami (Doral)

Panda Express in Homestead: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 2 fire violations

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Emergency Order Callback Complied

Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-03-17: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Extinguisher by kitchen hand sink. - From follow-up inspection on 2017-03-18: **Time Extended**

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Emergency order recommended

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. By a cart with food.

Panda Express in Homestead: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)

— 3 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Warning Issued

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections6 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 4 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections29 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 17 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 1 inspection3 violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Panda Express in Homestead: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Panda Express in Homestead last inspected?
Panda Express 1733 in Homestead was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 4, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was Panda Express in Homestead last shut down?
Panda Express 1733 in Homestead was last shut down on March 17, 2017 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Panda Express in Homestead?
The most frequently cited violations at Panda Express 1733 in Homestead are: Proper cooling equipment, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Panda Express in Homestead had?
Panda Express 1733 in Homestead has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.2 violations per inspection, matching the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Panda Express in Homestead find?
Panda Express 1733 in Homestead was most recently inspected on August 4, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Panda Express in Homestead ever been shut down?
Yes, Panda Express 1733 in Homestead has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
Has Panda Express in Homestead had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Panda Express 1733 in Homestead has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Panda Express in Homestead faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Panda Express 1733 in Homestead has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Panda Express in Homestead been fined?
Panda Express 1733 in Homestead has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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