How many health inspections has BRANDON'S BISTRO had?

BRANDON'S BISTRO has had 13 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has BRANDON'S BISTRO ever been shut down?

No, BRANDON'S BISTRO has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at BRANDON'S BISTRO?

The most frequently cited violations at BRANDON'S BISTRO are: Proper hand/arm washing, Time as control, Outer openings protected.

What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?

FOOD QUALITY HAZARD: Food in poor condition — spoiled, contaminated, mislabeled, or adulterated — can cause foodborne illness, allergic reactions, or poisoning. Spoiled food may contain dangerous levels of histamine (causes scombroid poisoning from fish), Listeria (grows during refrigeration), or toxin-producing molds. Mislabeled food can trigger fatal allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Inspect all food upon delivery and regularly during storage. Reject food that is: spoiled, damaged, at incorrect temperature, past expiration, improperly labeled, or from unverified sources. Date-mark all ready-to-eat TCS foods — use within 7 days if held at 41°F or below. Discard any food of questionable quality.

What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?

PEST ENTRY: Unprotected outer openings (doors, windows, vents) allow entry of flies, rodents, birds, and other pests. A single open door can admit hundreds of flies in minutes — each carrying 100+ pathogens. Gaps around doors allow mice (1/4 inch) and rats (1/2 inch) to enter. Birds nest in rafters, contaminating food with droppings carrying Salmonella and Histoplasma. Protect all outer openings: install self-closing doors, tight-fitting screens on windows and vents, air curtains at frequently used entrances, door sweeps on exterior doors. Seal gaps around pipes and utility penetrations. Keep doors closed when not in active use. Maintain screens in good repair — no holes or tears.

BRANDON'S BISTRO

207 N. HIATUS RD SUITE 102, Pembroke Pines, FL 33026

Broward County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: BRANDONS BISTRO LLC · License: SEA1625073

BRANDON'S BISTRO in Pembroke Pines, FL has 13 inspections on record with 75 total violations (5.8 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

13Inspections

75Violations

0Closures

Data current as of June 26, 2025

Inspection History (13)

Jun 26, 2025 — Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 25, 2025 — Complaint Full· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

Jan 30, 2025 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

Sep 10, 2024 — Routine - Food· 10 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 27, 2024 — Routine - Food· 15 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V10 Approved food source

V13 Parasite destruction

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 13, 2023 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Feb 3, 2022 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Oct 1, 2021 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jan 26, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 24, 2020 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 31, 2020 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Jul 31, 2020 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 30, 2020 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Warning Issued

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

How Does This Facility Compare?

BRANDON'S BISTRO has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Broward County average of 0.17 closures per facility. It has averaged 5.8 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.31.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has BRANDON'S BISTRO had?: BRANDON'S BISTRO has had 13 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has BRANDON'S BISTRO ever been shut down?: No, BRANDON'S BISTRO has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at BRANDON'S BISTRO?: The most frequently cited violations at BRANDON'S BISTRO are: Proper hand/arm washing, Time as control, Outer openings protected.

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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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