How many health inspections has DON PAN had?

DON PAN has had 28 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has DON PAN ever been shut down?

Yes, DON PAN has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at DON PAN?

The most frequently cited violations at DON PAN are: Food contact surfaces, Premises clean, Employee health reporting.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

What does Florida violation V32 (Proper sanitizing) mean?

SANITIZER FAILURE: Improper sanitizer concentration leaves pathogens alive on surfaces. Too weak: bacteria survive and multiply. Too strong: chemical residue contaminates food. Incorrect temperature or contact time reduces effectiveness by up to 90%. Without proper sanitizing, cleaned surfaces still harbor millions of Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli. Use approved sanitizers at proper concentration: Chlorine: 50-100 ppm, temperature 75°F+, contact time 7 seconds minimum. Quaternary ammonium: 200-400 ppm, temperature per manufacturer specs, contact time 30 seconds minimum. Hot water sanitizing: 171°F for 30 seconds. Test concentration with test strips every 2 hours. Change solution when dirty.

What does Florida violation V42 (Equipment condition) mean?

EQUIPMENT HAZARD: Equipment in poor repair harbors bacteria in cracks, chips, and corroded areas that cannot be effectively cleaned or sanitized. Frayed gaskets allow temperature loss. Malfunctioning equipment may not maintain safe temperatures. Sharp edges from damaged equipment cause injury risk. Peeling coatings can contaminate food with paint or metal flakes. Maintain all equipment in good repair: smooth, non-absorbent, easily cleanable surfaces. Replace or repair: cracked/chipped surfaces, corroded equipment, worn gaskets, malfunctioning temperature controls. Equipment must be NSF-certified or equivalent. Conduct regular equipment maintenance and document repairs. Replace equipment that cannot be restored to safe condition.

DON PAN

18505 NW 75 PL, Miami, FL 33015

Miami-Dade County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: CARIBE RESTAURANT OF MIAMI GARDENS INC · License: SEA2335488

DON PAN in Miami, FL has 28 inspections on record with 144 total violations (5.1 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

28Inspections

144Violations

1Closures

Data current as of December 6, 2024

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for DON PAN
Date	Reason	Reopened
Feb 28, 2020	Flies	08:50:00

Inspection History (28)

Dec 6, 2024 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V42 Equipment condition

Jul 24, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Mar 11, 2024 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Aug 16, 2023 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 20, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jan 19, 2023 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V27 Correct procedures

Aug 22, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 19, 2022 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V42 Equipment condition

Mar 10, 2022 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Feb 8, 2022 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Dec 8, 2021 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 27, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Aug 24, 2021 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Aug 23, 2021 — Routine - Food· 16 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

Jan 7, 2021 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

Jan 6, 2021 — Routine - Food· 17 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Oct 30, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Sep 30, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Jul 31, 2020 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Feb 29, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Feb 28, 2020 — Routine - Food· 18 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 24, 2019 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 8, 2019 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Apr 24, 2018 — Routine - Food· 11 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Jan 18, 2018 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 27, 2017 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Nov 15, 2017 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V21 Time as control

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Apr 6, 2017 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

How Does This Facility Compare?

DON PAN has had 1 emergency closures, compared to the Miami-Dade County average of 0.08 closures per facility. It has averaged 5.1 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.07.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has DON PAN had?: DON PAN has had 28 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has DON PAN ever been shut down?: Yes, DON PAN has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at DON PAN?: The most frequently cited violations at DON PAN are: Food contact surfaces, Premises clean, Employee health reporting.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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.

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Last verified: December 6, 2024 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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