Vw Publix in Pembroke Pines

Last inspected:

18341 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines, FL 33029

Part of: Publix Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Vw Publix 0528 in Pembroke Pines is a vended water facility with 7 inspections on record from July 2023 to March 2026, with zero violations cited across the most recent four focused inspections. A single inspection on July 23, 2023 documented five violations, all of which were corrected on site during that inspection. These included raw bacon stored directly above ready-to-eat foods (lunchables) in a walk-in cooler, a food-contact slicer with old food debris, and deli meats (ham and turkey) lacking required date labels. The facility has maintained compliance since that 2023 inspection, with subsequent routine offsite inspections and sample collection activities showing no additional violations.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

7FDACS Insp.
5Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Vw Publix 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
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: MARIA JOHNSON, OPS REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Comments: Conducted Routine Offsite Inspection. Lab results provided.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SCOTT HOUSE, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Focused Inspection - Sample Collection. Purchase Dry Ice for Frozen Samples.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: MARIA JOHNSON, OPS REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Comments: Conducted routine offsite inspection. Lab results provided.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SCOTT HOUSE, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: The issues described in request # 5133711 were addressed with the person in charge during this inspection. Consultation visit with food establishment management. Request#5133711

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements

Inspector: MARIA JOHNSON, OPS REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Comments: Conducted Routine Offsite Inspection. Lab results provided.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections
— Met Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements

Inspector: MARIA JOHNSON, OPS REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Comments: Contacted entity regarding quarterly lab results.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Met Inspection Requirements· 5 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: PEDRO LLANOS, EVNIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

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. Request # 5099585

Risk-Based Violations

3-302.11(A)(1) Raw animal food not separated during storage, preparation, holding or display from ready-to-eat raw animal food, other raw ready-to-eat food, cooked ready-to-eat food, or fruits and vegetables before they are washed. 3-302.11(A)(1) PP
Meat Area: Raw bacon stored directly above Sargento balanced breaks inside walk-in cooler on a wire rack. Raw bacon stored directly above lunchables inside walk-in cooler on a U float. COS: Both cases of raw bacon were moved to appropriate location during inspection. x
4-601.11(A) Equipment food-contact surface or utensil not clean to sight and touch. 4-601.11(A) PfPf
Meat Area: Slicer in prep area found with old food debris. COS: Slicer was properly cleaned during inspection.
3-501.17(B) Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and packaged by a food processing plant not clearly marked, when opened onsite and held for more than 24 hours, to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed, sold, or discarded when held at 41°F or less for a maximum of 7 days; or the day the original container is opened onsite not counted as day 1. 3-501.17(B) PfPf
Food Service Area: Deli meats including ham & turkey opened yesterday stored inside reach-in cooler in front of slicers not labeled with date. COS: All deli meats were properly labeled during inspection. x

Good Retail Practice Violations

6-202.15 Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15
Backroom Area: Visible gap along bottom of both receiving doors. o Print Date: 7/21/2023 Page 1 of 3 53 Citation Description: Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning not done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed such as after closing. 6-501.12 Observation: Backroom Area: Heavy dust buildup on fan guards in dairy walk-in cooler. o
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Produce Area: Stained ceiling tiles in prep area. o

Vw Publix in Pembroke Pines: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Vw Publix in Pembroke Pines last inspected?
Vw Publix 0528 in Pembroke Pines was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on March 19, 2026. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Vw Publix in Pembroke Pines had?
Vw Publix 0528 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 Vw Publix in Pembroke Pines find?
Vw Publix 0528 in Pembroke Pines was most recently inspected by FDACS on March 19, 2026 (Focused Inspection).
Has Vw Publix in Pembroke Pines had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Vw Publix 0528 in Pembroke Pines has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Vw Publix in Pembroke Pines?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Vw Publix 0528 in Pembroke Pines are: 3-302.11(A)(1): Raw animal food not separated during storage, preparation, holding or display from ready-to-eat raw animal food, other raw ready-to-eat food, cooked ready-to-eat food, or fruits and vegetables before they are washed. 3-302.11(A)(1) P; 4-601.11(A): Equipment food-contact surface or utensil not clean to sight and touch. 4-601.11(A) Pf; 3-501.17(B): Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and packaged by a food processing plant not clearly marked, when opened onsite and held for more than 24 hours, to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed, sold, or discarded when held at 41°F or less for a maximum of 7 days; or the day the original container is opened onsite not counted as day 1. 3-501.17(B) Pf.

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