Gonzos Empanadas in Pembroke Pines

Last inspected:

8351 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024
Overview

Gonzos Empanadas in Pembroke Pines has recorded 61 violations across 15 inspections since 2022, averaging 4.1 violations per inspection, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. Employee health reporting violations—including sick worker reporting and health policy compliance—were cited in at least 7 inspections, making this the facility's most persistent compliance issue. High-priority violations for handwashing, management awareness, and food source approval have appeared repeatedly across the inspection history. The facility has not been emergency-closed. An administrative complaint was recommended following the October 2024 inspection, which documented high-priority violations for management awareness and employee health reporting. The most recent inspection on October 27, 2025 was completed with no further action, though six violations were noted including three separate handwashing citations.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

15Inspections
61Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Gonzos Empanadas in Pembroke Pines: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 4.1 violations / inspection 4.1 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg 4.52 violations / inspection 4.52 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Broward County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Gonzos Empanadas in Pembroke Pines: Full Inspection History — DBPR (15)

— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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Basic Violations

— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

Gonzos Empanadas in Pembroke Pines: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Gonzos Empanadas in Pembroke Pines last inspected?
Gonzos Empanadas in Pembroke Pines was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 27, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Gonzos Empanadas in Pembroke Pines?
The most frequently cited violations at Gonzos Empanadas in Pembroke Pines are: Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils, Employee health reporting.
How many health inspections has Gonzos Empanadas in Pembroke Pines had?
Gonzos Empanadas in Pembroke Pines has had 15 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Gonzos Empanadas in Pembroke Pines find?
Gonzos Empanadas in Pembroke Pines was most recently inspected on October 27, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Gonzos Empanadas in Pembroke Pines ever been shut down?
No, Gonzos Empanadas in Pembroke Pines has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.

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