Pembroke Pines — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Pembroke Pines, Florida has 414 food establishments with 6,702 inspections on record. 5 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 86.8%, above the state average of 86.2%. Inspections average 4.8 violations per visit.

Most recent closure: Las Cazuelas Pembroke Pines in Pembroke Pines, shut down March 4, 2026 for roach activity.

Largest fine: $2,640 assessed to China City in Pembroke Pines on August 28, 2025.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated April 2026.

414Facilities
6,702Inspections
5Closures 2026
86.8%Pass Rate
4.8Avg Violations
129FDACS Retail
314Stop-Sale Orders

Pembroke Pines Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Pembroke Pines 86.8% Pass Rate 86.8%
Florida Average 86.2% Pass Rate 86.2%
Pembroke Pines 4.8 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.8
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Pembroke Pines 1.21 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.21
Florida Average 1.46 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.46

Pembroke Pines Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)

DateBusinessReason
Las Cazuelas Pembroke Pines Roach activity

Pembroke Pines Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Agave Bandido 0 Call Back - Complied
Agave Bandido 6 (2 high) Administrative complaint recommended
Sergio's Since 1975 Cuban Kitchen & Bar 0 Call Back - Complied
Las Vegas Cuban Cuisine 5 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Arbys 238 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Raw Addiction 2 (1 high) Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Cebiche Bar 1 Call Back - Complied
Raw Addiction 5 (2 high) Warning Issued
Cebiche Bar 4 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Las Totoritas 3 Call Back - Complied

Pembroke Pines Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

CodeViolationCitations
08 Proper hand/arm washing 1,644
03 Employee health reporting 1,590
31 Clean multi-use utensils 1,428
22 Consumer advisory 1,327
14 Food contact surfaces 1,187

Pembroke Pines Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

312Actions on Record
$146,640Total Fines
$476Avg Fine
$2,640Largest Fine
169Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Aug 28, 2025 China City $2,640 2--2025061926
Mar 23, 2026 El Atlakat $1,800 2--2026013994
Nov 25, 2025 Bagel Palace $1,500 2--2025054963
Oct 23, 2025 Fuddruckers -pembroke Pines $1,200 2--2025072812
Dec 22, 2025 Another Broken Egg Cafe $1,100 2--2025085900
Oct 22, 2025 Sushi Sake $1,080 2--2025055838
Jan 26, 2026 Lutong Pinoy 2 $1,000 2--2025090189
Jan 21, 2026 Himalayan Indian Kitchen $920 2--2025089611
Jan 12, 2026 Colada Cuban Cafe $900 2--2025090506
Sep 18, 2025 J a W Deli Corp $840 2--2025063166

Pembroke Pines Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

104Fire Violations
69Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Exit blocked or locked 48
Fire extinguisher in red zone 18
Missing boiler certificate/report 12
Propane tank stored inside building 10
Other fire safety violation 9
Cooking without hood suppression 7

Pembroke Pines Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Pembroke Pines has 129 FDACS-regulated facilities with 356 inspections on record and 314 stop-sale orders issued.

129Retail Facilities
356FDACS Inspections
314Stop-Sale Orders
55Orders in 2026

Pembroke Pines FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

DateFacilityProductReason
Joys-yummy-cupcakes-by-delphine-nos1626302 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Joys-yummy-cupcakes-by-delphine-nos1626302 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Joys-yummy-cupcakes-by-delphine-nos1626302 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Joys-yummy-cupcakes-by-delphine-nos1626302 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Joys-yummy-cupcakes-by-delphine-nos1626302 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Joys-yummy-cupcakes-by-delphine-nos1626302 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Joys-yummy-cupcakes-by-delphine-nos1626302 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Joys-yummy-cupcakes-by-delphine-nos1626302 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Joys-yummy-cupcakes-by-delphine-nos1626302 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Joys-yummy-cupcakes-by-delphine-nos1626302 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…

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Pembroke Pines FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

CodeViolationCitations
2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when 67
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair 62
6-301.14 Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all 31
2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing 28
3-305.11 Food not stored at least 6 inches above the floor; in a clean, dry location; or food 26

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Pembroke Pines Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Starbucks 5 77 1,180
Publix 4 53 1,789
Dollar Tree 3 9 1,110
Chevron 2 282 1,197
Walgreens 2 1 743
Aldi 2 2 310
Key Food 1 37 228
Nothing Bundt Cakes 1 0 46

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Pembroke Pines: Notable Restaurants

Latin American Grill

Pembroke Pines · Most Closures

49 inspections 436 violations 2 closures

Champet Restaurant and Bar

Pembroke Pines · Most Closures

42 inspections 391 violations 2 closures

La Granja

Pembroke Pines · Most Closures

32 inspections 273 violations 2 closures

Pinolandia 2

Pembroke Pines · Most Inspected

47 inspections 443 violations 1 closures

Restaurant at Hollybrook

Pembroke Pines · Most Inspected

43 inspections 235 violations 2 closures

Agave Bandido

Pembroke Pines · Recently Inspected

28 inspections 156 violations 2 closures

Pembroke Pines: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Dunkin 6 306 0
McDonalds 4 174 0
Chipotle 3 257 1
Kfc 3 180 0
Burger King 3 107 0
Wendys 3 212 0
Subway 3 210 0
Pollo Tropical 2 168 1
Dennys 2 237 0
Firehouse Subs 2 60 0

Pembroke Pines Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Pembroke Pines?
Pembroke Pines, Florida has 414 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Pembroke Pines?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Pembroke Pines is 86.8%. The Florida state average is 86.2%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Pembroke Pines this year?
5 food establishments in Pembroke Pines have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Pembroke Pines?
The most frequently cited violations in Pembroke Pines are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Pembroke Pines?
Dunkin has the most locations in Pembroke Pines with 6 establishments.
What was the most recent restaurant closure in Pembroke Pines?
Las Cazuelas Pembroke Pines in Pembroke Pines was shut down on March 4, 2026 for roach activity.
How does Pembroke Pines compare to the Florida state average?
Pembroke Pines has a pass rate of 86.8%, which is 0.6 percentage points above the state average of 86.2%. The average violations per inspection is 4.8 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Pembroke Pines?
Food establishments in Pembroke Pines have an average of 16.2 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Pembroke Pines been assessed?
Food establishments in Pembroke Pines have been assessed $146,640 in fines across 312 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $476 and the largest single fine was $2,640.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Pembroke Pines restaurants?
104 fire safety violations have been documented across 69 food establishments in Pembroke Pines. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Pembroke Pines inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Pembroke Pines, Florida has 129 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 356 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Pembroke Pines?
FDACS has issued 314 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Pembroke Pines, including 55 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

Pembroke Pines Restaurants & Food Establishments (408)

Good Pill Pharmacy INC FDACS Retail

17177 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

Starbucks Coffee Store #8436 FDACS Retail

2000 N Flamingo RD, Pembroke Pines

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food Shops

Bj's Wholesale Club # 0054 FDACS Retail

13700 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines

FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket

Publix # 0012 FDACS Retail

600 N University DR, Pembroke Pines

FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket

Vw Family Dollar 7989 FDACS Retail

1712 N University DR, Pembroke Pines

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

New Indian Bazaar FDACS Retail

17511 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines

FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ft

Barnes & Noble Booksellers # 2814 FDACS Retail

11820 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet w/Limited Food Service

Qunubus FDACS Retail

12395 Pembroke RD # 2, Pembroke Pines

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

Cali Coffee FDACS Retail

18420 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines

FDACS Retail Food · 135/Specialty Food Shops

Bravo Supermarket FDACS Retail

6767 Pembroke RD 6767 pembroke rd, Pembroke Pines

FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket

Avighna Foods LLC FDACS Retail

911 NW 209th Ave Ste 127, Pembroke Pines

FDACS Retail Food · Other Perishable Processing

Empire Nutrition FDACS Retail

9027 Taft ST, Pembroke Pines

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food Shops

Aldi #95 FDACS Retail

18430 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines

FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket

Autozone # 4964 FDACS Retail

10321 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

Organic Blends FDACS Retail

111 Grand Palms DR, Pembroke Pines

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet w/Limited Food Service

Vw Nutrition Smart FDACS Retail

10980 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Chevron FDACS Retail

17501 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Walmart #5932 (main) FDACS Retail

12800 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines

FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket

Bealicious Grill FDACS Retail

50 N UNIVERSITY DR, Pembroke Pines

FDACS Retail Food · Permanent Food Service

Autozone # 4825 FDACS Retail

17401 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF