Don Matias Restaurant No.2 in Sunrise
Last inspected:
7788 Nw 44 St, Sunrise, FL 33351Don Matias Restaurant No. 2 in Sunrise has accumulated 271 violations across 29 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.3 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. Inspectors have issued two administrative complaints in the past year, citing recurring violations in food handling, utensil cleanliness, and ventilation. A 2020 fire inspection documented a missing portable fire extinguisher at the front counter.
Most recent closure: October 22, 2020 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Don Matias Restaurant No.2 in Sunrise: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
9.3
violations / inspection
9.3 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg
4.52
violations / inspection
4.52 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Broward County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Don Matias Restaurant No.2 in Sunrise: Emergency Closure History (1)
Don Matias Restaurant No.2 in Sunrise: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2020050216 | $400.00 | Oct 20, 2020 | Tampa |
Don Matias Restaurant No.2 in Sunrise: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: No portable fire extinguisher present. For reporting purposes only.
At FE at front counter.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Don Matias Restaurant No.2 in Sunrise: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 3 inspections33 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections24 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Warning Issued
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections34 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— 4 inspections24 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Don Matias Restaurant No.2 in Sunrise: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Don Matias Restaurant No.2 in Sunrise last inspected?
- Don Matias Restaurant No.2 in Sunrise was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 1, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Don Matias Restaurant No.2 in Sunrise last shut down?
- Don Matias Restaurant No.2 in Sunrise was last shut down on October 22, 2020 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Don Matias Restaurant No.2 in Sunrise?
- The most frequently cited violations at Don Matias Restaurant No.2 in Sunrise are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Don Matias Restaurant No.2 in Sunrise had?
- Don Matias Restaurant No.2 in Sunrise has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Don Matias Restaurant No.2 in Sunrise find?
- Don Matias Restaurant No.2 in Sunrise was most recently inspected on April 1, 2026 with 9 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Don Matias Restaurant No.2 in Sunrise ever been shut down?
- Yes, Don Matias Restaurant No.2 in Sunrise has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- Has Don Matias Restaurant No.2 in Sunrise had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Don Matias Restaurant No.2 in Sunrise has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Don Matias Restaurant No.2 in Sunrise faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Don Matias Restaurant No.2 in Sunrise has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Don Matias Restaurant No.2 in Sunrise been fined?
- Don Matias Restaurant No.2 in Sunrise has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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