Panda Express in Homestead
Last inspected:
33550 S Dixie Hwy, Homestead, FL 33034Part of: Panda Express Florida health inspections, violations & closures
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.
Panda Express in Homestead: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
Panda Express in Homestead: Emergency Closure History (1)
Panda Express in Homestead: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement 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
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Emergency order recommended
Panda Express in Homestead: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 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
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections29 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 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
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 1 inspection3 violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
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 September 29, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- 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, Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Panda Express in Homestead had?
- Panda Express 1733 in Homestead has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection, above 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 September 29, 2025 with 7 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- 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.
- 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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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).
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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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