How many health inspections has SERGIO'S SINCE 1975 CUBAN KITCHEN & BAR had?

SERGIO'S SINCE 1975 CUBAN KITCHEN & BAR has had 28 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has SERGIO'S SINCE 1975 CUBAN KITCHEN & BAR ever been shut down?

Yes, SERGIO'S SINCE 1975 CUBAN KITCHEN & BAR has been shut down 2 times by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at SERGIO'S SINCE 1975 CUBAN KITCHEN & BAR?

The most frequently cited violations at SERGIO'S SINCE 1975 CUBAN KITCHEN & BAR are: Employee health reporting, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.

What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?

TIME ABUSE: When time is used as a public health control (instead of temperature), food is allowed to remain in the temperature danger zone for a limited period. Without proper written procedures, documentation, and disposal protocols, food may be served after unsafe time periods. Bacteria reach dangerous levels after 4 hours at room temperature — causing Staphylococcal intoxication, Salmonellosis, and C. perfringens illness. If using time as a control: develop written procedures, mark food with discard time (4 hours from removal, or 6 hours if starting at 41°F and not exceeding 70°F), monitor and document. Food must be discarded at marked time — no exceptions. Staff must be trained on procedures. Time as control is NOT appropriate for all foods.

What does Florida violation V25 (Allergen awareness) mean?

ALLERGIC REACTIONS: Food allergies affect 32 million Americans. Allergic reactions cause 30,000 emergency room visits and 150-200 deaths annually in the US. Major allergens (milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, sesame) can cause anaphylaxis within minutes of exposure. Cross-contact with trace amounts can be fatal. Demonstrate allergen awareness: identify the major food allergens, prevent cross-contact during storage and preparation, accurately communicate ingredient information to customers, train all food handlers on allergen management. Use separate equipment for allergen-free preparation. Clean and sanitize surfaces between allergen and non-allergen food preparation.

What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?

BACTERIAL BIOFILM: Improperly cleaned multi-use utensils develop bacterial biofilms within 24 hours. These biofilms protect pathogens (Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli) from routine sanitizing — requiring physical scrubbing to remove. Each use of a contaminated utensil transfers pathogens to food. Improperly cleaned cutting boards harbor 200x more bacteria than a toilet seat. Clean and sanitize all multi-use utensils using the 3-compartment sink method: Wash in hot soapy water (110°F minimum), rinse in clean water, sanitize in approved solution (50-100 ppm chlorine or 200-400 ppm quaternary ammonium for 30 seconds), air dry. Or use properly functioning commercial dishwasher. Clean utensils at least every 4 hours during continuous use.

SERGIO'S SINCE 1975 CUBAN KITCHEN & BAR

13620 PINES BLVD, Pembroke Pines, FL 33027

Broward County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: SERGIO'S #4 PINES BOULEVARD LLC · License: SEA1618011

SERGIO'S SINCE 1975 CUBAN KITCHEN & BAR in Pembroke Pines, FL has 28 inspections on record with 201 total violations (7.2 per inspection) and 2 emergency closures.

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Data current as of November 20, 2024

Emergency Closures (2)

Emergency closure history for SERGIO'S SINCE 1975 CUBAN KITCHEN & BAR
Date	Reason	Reopened
Feb 28, 2018	Unsanitary Conditions	08:37:00
Apr 20, 2015	Roach activity	N/A

Inspection History (28)

Nov 20, 2024 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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Aug 13, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 12, 2024 — Routine - Food· 18 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued

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Emergency Closures (2)

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