What are the most common violations at Padrino's Cuban Restaurant in Plantation?

The most frequently cited violations at Padrino's Cuban Restaurant in Plantation are: Employee health policy, Management awareness, Shell stock requirements.

How many health inspections has Padrino's Cuban Restaurant in Plantation had?

Padrino's Cuban Restaurant in Plantation has had 9 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Padrino's Cuban Restaurant in Plantation find?

Padrino's Cuban Restaurant in Plantation was most recently inspected on January 20, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.

Has Padrino's Cuban Restaurant in Plantation ever been shut down?

No, Padrino's Cuban Restaurant in Plantation has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.

Padrino's Cuban Restaurant in Plantation

Last inspected: January 20, 2026

1039 S University Dr, Plantation, FL 33324

Broward County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Padrino's Restaurant Plantation INC
DBPR License: SEA1625719

Overview

Padrino's Cuban Restaurant in Plantation has recorded 9 inspections with 28 total violations since November 2023, averaging 3.1 violations per inspection, below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. Employee health policy violations appeared in 5 of the 9 inspections, representing a persistent compliance gap across handwashing, sick worker reporting, and worker health documentation. High-priority violations also included improper shellfish handling, unapproved food sources, and chemical storage issues. The most recent inspection on January 20, 2026 resulted in a Call Back - Complied disposition following a December 17 complaint inspection that identified one high-priority violation.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

9Inspections

28Violations

0Closures

Last inspected DBPR: January 20, 2026

Padrino's Cuban Restaurant in Plantation: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 3.1 violations / inspection 3.1 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

Padrino's Cuban Restaurant in Plantation: Full Inspection History — DBPR (9)

2026 — 1 inspection0 violations

Jan 20, 2026 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

2025 — 4 inspections14 violations · 12 high priority

Dec 17, 2025 — Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Nov 20, 2025 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Jun 24, 2025 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

Jan 21, 2025 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

2024 — 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority

Oct 15, 2024 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

V42 Equipment condition

Mar 8, 2024 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

2023 — 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority

Nov 30, 2023 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Mar 14, 2023 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Padrino's Cuban Restaurant in Plantation: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Padrino's Cuban Restaurant in Plantation last inspected?: Padrino's Cuban Restaurant in Plantation was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 20, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at Padrino's Cuban Restaurant in Plantation?: The most frequently cited violations at Padrino's Cuban Restaurant in Plantation are: Employee health policy, Management awareness, Shell stock requirements.
How many health inspections has Padrino's Cuban Restaurant in Plantation had?: Padrino's Cuban Restaurant in Plantation has had 9 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Padrino's Cuban Restaurant in Plantation find?: Padrino's Cuban Restaurant in Plantation was most recently inspected on January 20, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Padrino's Cuban Restaurant in Plantation ever been shut down?: No, Padrino's Cuban Restaurant in Plantation has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.