The Vitamin Shoppe # in Pembroke Pines

Last inspected:

10800 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines, FL 33026
Overview

The Vitamin Shoppe #0706 in Pembroke Pines is a health food store that has undergone multiple FDACS inspections since June 2023. The facility received a consultation visit on March 3, 2026 during which it was found operating without a valid food permit and was cited for 6 violations, including failure to maintain written procedures for employees to respond to vomit and diarrhea events. This same violation—the absence of written employee procedures for biohazard cleanup—was also documented during a June 16, 2023 inspection when the establishment met sanitation inspection requirements but required a check-back. Between these two inspections, the facility underwent focused inspections on August 3, 2023, November 6, 2023, February 19, 2024, and May 5, 2025, during which product samples were attempted or documentation was verified; no violations were noted during these focused inspections. The establishment must complete its food permit application and correct all documented violations to remain in compliance with Florida food safety regulations.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

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10Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

The Vitamin Shoppe # in Pembroke Pines: FDACS Inspection History (7)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 1 inspection
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection· 6 violations· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: SCOTT HOUSE, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected. Consultation visit with food establishment management. Request#5152159 Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must meet all permitting requirements as specified in Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted and must be accompanied by an invoice. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Failure to meet all permitting requirements will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to suspend food activities. The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit. The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. An application for a food permit has been submitted. The Food Establishment shall remit payment of the appropriate fee within 10 days. Electronic online payment by credit card or e-check is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Contact the Business Center by email at [email protected] or by calling 850-245-5520 for further assistance. Guidance for Written Procedures for the Clean-up of Vomit and Diarrheal event business resource provided.

Risk-Based Violations

2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 PfPf
Person in charge at time of inspection could not show written employee procedures for cleanup of a vomit and diarrhea event.
6-301.14 Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees. 6-301.14
Backroom Area: Hand washing sign not present at hand sinks in both restrooms.

Good Retail Practice Violations

5-205.15(B) Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)
Backroom Area: Faucet leaks at mop sink when water is turned on.
5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17
Backroom Area: Covered trash can not provided in ladies restroom.
6-501.11 Dressing rooms not used by employees who regularly change their clothes in the establishment, or lockers or other suitable facilities not used for the orderly storage of employee clothing or other possessions. 6-501.110
Backroom Area: Employee personal items including a jacket and purse stored with packaged foods on shelf at entrance of back room.
99 The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12, F.S., 5K-4.020(2), F.A.C. The food establishment shall complete the permitting process within 10 days. Contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 for further assistance.
This food establishment was found to be operating prior to the initial inspection without a valid food permit. o
— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: NOVELETTE WILLIAMS, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III

Person in charge: ORLANDO SERRANO

Comments: Focused Inspection- Attempted sample collection, product unavailable.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: PEDRO LLANOS

Comments: Focused Inspection - Sample Collection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 4 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: NOVELETTE WILLIAMS

Comments: Focused Inspection - Sample Collection. Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: KAITLYN FORD

Comments: This Focused Inspection is being conducted offsite to ensure required and/or requested documentation has been received from the food establishment. Water source has been verified by the municipality.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SCOTT HOUSE, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: A copy of this report has been provided to the person in charge of the food establishment and will be available online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov/Reports/SearchFoodEntity.aspx . ERNEST CORZO, PERSON IN CHARGE SCOTT HOUSE, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Met Inspection Requirements; Check-back Needed· 4 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: SCOTT HOUSE, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected.

Risk-Based Violations

2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 PfPf
Establishment does not have written employee procedures for cleanup of a vomit and diarrhea event. o
6-301.14 Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees. 6-301.14
Backroom Area: hand washing sign missing in only restroom. o

Good Retail Practice Violations

3-305.11 Food not stored at least 6 inches above the floor; in a clean, dry location; or food stored where it is exposed to splash, dust or other contamination. 3-305.11
Backroom Area: Multiple cases of packaged foods stored on floor unused restroom. o
5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17
Backroom Area: Covered trash can missing in unisex restroom. o

The Vitamin Shoppe # in Pembroke Pines: Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Vitamin Shoppe # in Pembroke Pines last inspected?
The Vitamin Shoppe # 0706 in Pembroke Pines was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on March 3, 2026. Inspection type: Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection.
How many inspections has The Vitamin Shoppe # in Pembroke Pines had?
The Vitamin Shoppe # 0706 in Pembroke Pines has 7 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of The Vitamin Shoppe # in Pembroke Pines find?
The Vitamin Shoppe # 0706 in Pembroke Pines was most recently inspected by FDACS on March 3, 2026 (Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection).
Has The Vitamin Shoppe # in Pembroke Pines had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, The Vitamin Shoppe # 0706 in Pembroke Pines has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at The Vitamin Shoppe # in Pembroke Pines?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at The Vitamin Shoppe # 0706 in Pembroke Pines are: 6-301.14: Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees. 6-301.14; 2-501.11: Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 Pf; 5-501.17: Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17.
Does The Vitamin Shoppe # in Pembroke Pines have any repeat violations?
Yes, The Vitamin Shoppe # 0706 in Pembroke Pines has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 6-301.14: Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees. 6-301.14; 2-501.11: Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 Pf; 5-501.17: Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17.

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