Pearl of the Island Caribbean Cuisine in Margate
Last inspected:
1490 N Sr 7 Bay a, Margate, FL 33063Pearl of the Island Caribbean Cuisine in Margate has accumulated 148 violations across 23 inspections since January 2022, averaging 6.4 violations per inspection—markedly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been a persistent problem, with employee health reporting, proper hand and arm washing, and time as a control for cooking safety cited repeatedly across inspections. The facility received a Warning Issued disposition on December 1, 2025 following an inspection that documented 21 violations including five high-priority findings related to management awareness, time control, consumer advisory, employee health reporting, and hand washing. A disciplinary action resulted in $320 in fines. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on February 25, 2026 found 12 violations including two high-priority violations for employee health reporting and food contact surfaces, with the disposition marked Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Pearl of the Island Caribbean Cuisine in Margate: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Pearl of the Island Caribbean Cuisine in Margate: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $320.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023042912 | $320.00 | Jul 25, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Pearl of the Island Caribbean Cuisine in Margate: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections30 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Pearl of the Island Caribbean Cuisine in Margate: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Pearl of the Island Caribbean Cuisine in Margate last inspected?
- Pearl of the Island Caribbean Cuisine in Margate was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 25, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Pearl of the Island Caribbean Cuisine in Margate?
- The most frequently cited violations at Pearl of the Island Caribbean Cuisine in Margate are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Pearl of the Island Caribbean Cuisine in Margate had?
- Pearl of the Island Caribbean Cuisine in Margate has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Pearl of the Island Caribbean Cuisine in Margate find?
- Pearl of the Island Caribbean Cuisine in Margate was most recently inspected on February 25, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Pearl of the Island Caribbean Cuisine in Margate ever been shut down?
- No, Pearl of the Island Caribbean Cuisine in Margate has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 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 V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- Has Pearl of the Island Caribbean Cuisine in Margate faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Pearl of the Island Caribbean Cuisine in Margate has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $320.00 in fines.
- How much has Pearl of the Island Caribbean Cuisine in Margate been fined?
- Pearl of the Island Caribbean Cuisine in Margate has been fined a total of $320.00 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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